The Best Bakeries in Durham

Good bread and pastries are easy to find in Durham if you know where to look, from a dedicated patisserie to a stall in the Victorian market hall. Here are the best places to pick up something fresh.

Patisserie

Maple Patisserie is the city's go-to for French-style pastries and cakes, turning out croissants, tarts and elegant patisserie that would not look out of place in a Paris window. It is the place to head for a special occasion cake or a weekend treat.

Deli baking

On Claypath, the Claypath Delicatessen bakes and stocks a good range of bread and pastries alongside its cheese and charcuterie counter, making it a useful all-in-one stop for a picnic on the riverbanks or Palace Green.

In the market hall

The Nook, a stall in the Victorian Market Hall, specialises in vegan and gluten-free bakes, a welcome find for anyone catering to dietary needs, and worth a look while you are browsing the market's independent traders. Leonard's Coffee House in Fowler's Yard also bakes for its café, so it is a reliable spot for a cake with your coffee.

Planning ahead

For celebration cakes and larger orders, it is worth contacting the patisserie or deli a few days in advance. To explore more of the city's food and drink, browse our full directory.