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Greater Manchester, Manchester - Bakery
Despite the clunky name and unprepossessing post-industrial location (sandwiched between an open car park and railway arches on the edge of town), this brick-coloured shed-like bakery nonetheless attracts a steady stream of customers. Although the buttery hand-laminated croissants, funky flaky pastries, burnished cinnamon buns and tangy sourdough can be sampled in their city-centre premises at Circle Square on Oxford Road (which also serves sandwiches and hot savoury items), there’s a wee thrill in navigating your way off the beaten track to the bakehouse itself. Reward yourself with an excellent coffee and an almond-cream croissant shaped like a bear’s paw. You can also sample HDO's wares at their three Pot Kettle Black cafés dotted across the city.
VENUE DETAILS
17 Red Bank, Cheetham Hill
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M4 4HF
0161 843 5248
OTHER INFORMATION
Wheelchair access, Parking, Family friendly, Dog friendly, No reservations
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