Following news that Booths is bringing traditional skills back to its supermarkets through a new academy, we wanted to celebrate other traditional shops you can visit in your area.
Today, we’re looking at bakeries.
We’re blessed to have a range of independent, traditional bakeries on our doorsteps, serving everything from cakes and croissants to vanilla slices and sandwiches.
So check out the pages below for more information on some of the best-rated businesses in our area. Not listed in any particular order.
5. Handley's Bakery, Pall Mall, Chorley
This traditional bakery rates as 4.7/5 on Google, with customers praising its range of goods and quality. The latest review says: "What a fantastic place this is. I've had a few pies in my time but this place has to up there with the best. The pies are beautiful and fresh. Staff friendly and helpful and great value as well." | google
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6. Barton's Bakehouse (formerly Latham's of Broughton)
Barton's Bakehouse (formerly Latham's of Broughton) has a site in Hutton and in Caxton Road, Fulwood. Known for its cakes and desserts, it also offers a range of savory goods including pies and sandwiches, and rates as 4.3/5 on Google. | google
7. Paul's Pies, Fishergate Hill, Preston
Paul's Pies rates as 5/5 on Google, and offers a range of hand made pies hotpots and pasties, as well as an outdoor catering service. | google
8. Berry Lane Bakery, Garstang Road, Bilsborrow, Preston, PR3 0RD
This small family run business provides freshly handmade bread and cakes. It is now located in Garstang Road, Bilsborrow, but supplies many outlets in and around the Wyre borough, Ribble Valley and Preston districts. Rates as 4.9/5 on Google. | Google