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The chef Mark Birchall will open an artisan dairy at Moor Hall next year, with plans to up his retail operation and sell a selection of fine cheeses.

If you’re planning an Easter break in Britain, finding a standout local bakery is a must. From freshly baked sourdough to indulgent pastries and traditional hot cross buns, the right spot can elevate your trip. To help you plan, we’ve rounded up highlights from the Good Food Guide’s 50 Best Bakeries 2026 – your go-to list for the country’s top artisan bakes. From sourdough at Newquay’s Gorse and cardamom buns at Dunkeld’s Aran to lemon cruffins at Kendal’s Lovingly Artisan and cinnamon swirls at Fishguard’s Nourish, these are the bakeries worth building your Easter travels around.

Christmas is fast approaching and you're probably thinking about what to get your loved ones. The Good Food Guide is here to give you a helping hand with a list of excellent food and drink-based gifts from independent and artisan producers across Britain.

Six Scottish standouts made the final cut in Good Food Guide’s 50 Best Bakeries 2026 – three previous winners and three newcomers. From superlative sourdough at Aran and fluffy focaccia at Bandit to German schrotbrot at Wild Hearth, we found artisan baking, north of the border, to be at its very best.

With Christmas on the horizon, the Good Food Guide has gathered a selection of 50 thoughtful food and drink gifts. From stocking fillers to pantry staples and memorable experiences, we have sourced the very best from independent and artisan producers to help you find something special.