Business Details
16 Years
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Award-Winning Bespoke Wedding Cakes in Manchester
Established in 2010, The Frostery is a luxury wedding and celebration cake design studio based in Uppermill, Greater Manchester. Founded by Master Sugar Artist Suzanne Thorp, we combine traditional sugarcraft techniques with contemporary flair to create bespoke cakes that reflect each client's unique vision. Our team of skilled artisans specialises in handcrafted sugar flowers, modern royal icing, and intricate hand-painted details, using only the finest natural ingredients. With over 25 years of professional experience, Suzanne has earned recognition as a UK Top Ten Cake Artist and North West Cake Designer of the Year.Featured on Channel 4's Extreme Cake Makers and trusted by prestigious venues nationwide, we prioritise sustainability through responsible ingredient sourcing and eco-conscious design practices. Our commitment to excellence has attracted clients ranging from Oscar winners to Premier League footballers, ensuring every creation becomes a memorable centrepiece for life's special occasions.
Services
Wedding Cakes
Celebration Cakes
Sugar Flowers
Royal Icing
Cake Classes
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of professional cake design expertise
- Specialists in handcrafted sugar flowers and royal icing
- Eco-conscious approach with sustainable practices
- Award-winning team featured on Channel 4's Extreme Cake Makers
- Trusted by high-profile clients and luxury venues
What people say
Stunning and tasted brilliant
Work of art
Delicious and a work of art
So special
Piece of art
Services
Wedding Cakes
Bespoke wedding cakes combining traditional sugarcraft with modern design. Each creation features handcrafted sugar flowers and intricate royal icing details. Available in multiple tiers with custom designs reflecting couples' unique stories. Serves 26-146 portions with nationwide delivery options.
Celebration Cakes
Custom-designed celebration cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. Available in single or multi-tier options with hand-painted details and sculpted elements. Minimum prices start from 325 for 6" tier serving 26 portions.
Sugar Flowers
Realistic handcrafted sugar flowers for cake decoration. Created using professional techniques to produce lifelike blooms that serve as focal points for wedding and celebration cakes. Available in various styles and colour schemes.
Royal Icing
Modern royal icing techniques for cake decoration. Combines traditional piping with contemporary patterns to create elegant designs. Used as standalone decoration or complementing sugar flower arrangements.
Cake Classes
Online cake decorating courses teaching professional techniques. Focuses on modern royal icing methods used in The Frostery's signature designs. Self-paced learning with expert instruction from Master Sugar Artist Suzanne Thorp.
People
Suzanne Thorp
Master Sugar Artist
Award-winning cake designer with 25+ years' experience. UK Top Ten Cake Artist and North West Cake Designer of the Year. Featured on Channel 4's Extreme Cake Makers and brand ambassador for Kenwood.
Bekky
Cake Decorator
Talented decorator specialising in vegan recipes and model animals. Bronze award winner at Cake International 2019. Combines professional expertise with personal passion for global pastry exploration.
Juhee
Sugar Flower Specialist
Graphic design background with exceptional sugar art skills. Holds four gold awards from Cake International in floral categories. Brings international perspective and technical precision to cake decoration.
Questions
How far in advance should I book a wedding cake?
We recommend contacting us 12-18 months before your wedding date, though we can accommodate shorter timelines when possible.
Do you offer cake tastings?
Yes, we provide taster selections during private design consultations at our Uppermill studio.
Are your cakes environmentally friendly?
We prioritise sustainability through responsible ingredient sourcing and avoid environmentally harmful materials in our cake designs.
Can you create custom celebration cakes?
Yes, we specialise in bespoke celebration cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events with delivery across the UK.
Do you teach cake decorating classes?
Yes, we offer online courses teaching our signature modern royal icing techniques developed by Suzanne Thorp.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment method details are available upon request through our contact form or by phone.
Reviews (4)
Andrea Tetlow
Jul 15, 2020
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Absolutely amazing cakes - Suzanne is super talented - only glimmer of a smile on my boys 16th birthday(during this lockdown) was when he saw his cake and cupcakes from Suzanne and The Frostery - I wouldnt get his cake from anyone or anywhere else - thank you for always taking such good care of us xxxx
James A. D. Wright-Zhang
Dec 31, 2019
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We were extremely lucky to have Suzanne design and make such a beautiful wedding cake for us. We had a great time in the shop discussing our preferences for the cake, then we tried some wonderful samples while she drew up design options. On the day, the cake was greatly received and looked wonderful on the stand. Anyone wanting a bespoke cake for their special day should look no further!
Gemma Hyland
Jul 18, 2019
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Choosing my wedding cake was on a par with choosing my dress. Suzanne is a true mastermind in her field, her warm and friendly approach and intuition allows her to capture the personality of the bride and groom perfectly and transfer it onto the cake. She is super talented...my cake was the main discussion topic at my wedding!
Michelle Nield
Dec 11, 2017
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Suzanne's designs are absolutely stunning! Her attention to detail and talent makes her cakes absolutely beautiful in both taste and decoration.
