Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family-Run Bakery Since 1971
Established in 1971, Home Made Bakery has been a cornerstone of the Leigh on Sea community for over five decades. Our family-run business combines traditional baking methods with premium ingredients to create a diverse range of handmade products, from celebration cakes to artisan breads. With three generations of expertise, we prioritise quality and attention to detail in every item we produce. Our commitment to excellence extends to both retail and wholesale customers, offering daily fresh baked goods and bespoke solutions for special occasions. We take pride in serving our local community while maintaining the heritage and values passed down through our family.Our team of skilled bakers ensures that each product meets our exacting standards, whether it's a loaf of sourdough or a custom-designed celebration cake. We continually innovate while respecting time-honoured techniques, balancing tradition with modern tastes. Our dedication to quality has earned us a loyal customer base that appreciates our passion for authentic baking. From morning pastries to afternoon tea boxes, we strive to deliver exceptional products that bring joy to every occasion. Our legacy of craftsmanship remains unchanged, even as we adapt to contemporary preferences and dietary requirements.
Services
Celebration Cakes
Artisan Bread
Fresh Cream Cakes
Afternoon Tea Boxes
Hot Savoury Snacks
Brioche & Rolls
Gingerbread
Donuts
Sourdough
Bespoke Cakes
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of family baking heritage in Leigh on Sea
- Our products use premium ingredients with traditional baking methods
- We offer bespoke celebration cakes for special occasions
- Our team includes third-generation master bakers
- We maintain daily fresh production for optimal quality
Services
Celebration Cakes
Our celebration cakes are meticulously handcrafted for special occasions, using premium ingredients to ensure exceptional taste and presentation. Available in chocolate, vanilla, fruit, and lemon varieties, each cake receives individual attention to detail. Our skilled decorators create bespoke designs that transform your celebration into an unforgettable event.
Artisan Bread
We produce traditional artisan breads using time-honoured methods, including sourdough, ciabatta, and focaccia varieties. Each loaf is crafted with natural ingredients and baked fresh daily to achieve perfect texture and flavour. Our master bakers combine heritage techniques with modern quality standards for superior results.
Afternoon Tea Boxes
Our afternoon tea boxes feature an elegant selection of freshly baked pastries, finger sandwiches, and scones with clotted cream. Perfect for gatherings or special occasions, each box is prepared to order using premium ingredients. This service combines traditional British tea culture with contemporary presentation.
Hot Savoury Snacks
We offer freshly prepared hot savoury snacks including pies, quiches, and sausage rolls made with quality ingredients. These items are baked daily to ensure optimal freshness and flavour. Our range provides convenient meal options that showcase our commitment to traditional baking methods.
Bespoke Cakes
Our bespoke cake service creates unique designs tailored to specific themes or requirements. Using premium ingredients and advanced decorating techniques, we produce cakes that match your vision. This service combines artistic creativity with our decades of baking expertise to deliver exceptional results.
People
Karen Dann
Managing Director
Third-generation baker and Managing Director, Karen has led the business since 2003 following her father's passing. With over 40 years of experience, she maintains the family's baking traditions while overseeing daily operations and strategic direction.
Karl Flanagan
Director
As Head of Bread Production, Karl manages our team of master bakers. He joined the business in its early years and has specialised in bread baking for decades, ensuring our traditional methods are maintained while meeting modern quality standards.
Dave Dann
Director
Supporting Karen as Director, Dave contributes to business management while maintaining the operational standards established by three generations of family bakers. His expertise helps balance tradition with contemporary business practices.
Questions
What types of celebration cakes do you offer?
We create custom-designed celebration cakes for birthdays, weddings, and special events, available in chocolate, vanilla, fruit, and lemon flavours with bespoke decorations.
Are your products made fresh daily?
Yes, all our baked goods including artisan breads, pastries, and celebration cakes are freshly made daily using premium ingredients.
Do you offer wholesale options?
We provide wholesale bakery products to local businesses, including our range of artisan breads, celebration cakes, and savoury snacks.
Can I order custom-designed cakes?
Yes, we create bespoke celebration cakes tailored to your specific design requirements for any special occasion.
What traditional baking methods do you use?
We employ time-honoured techniques passed down through three generations, combining them with modern innovations to maintain quality and authenticity.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
We offer various options to accommodate dietary needs, including vegetarian and gluten-reduced choices across our product range.
Reviews (6)
Rosemary Rockin Rose F.
Aug 20, 2021
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I needed some decorated cupcakes for my mum's special birthday and the HMB did not disappoint. I was concerned that it might not be a very personal experience and the cakes might look a bit 'factory-made' if I went to a bakery rather than a home baker, but having no luck tracking a baker down due to holidays etc, I got in touch with Karen at Leigh. She came up with a gorgeous individual design in exactly the colours I'd requested and the cakes tasted fantastic. Couldn't be more satisfied and my mum was delighted too.
Heather Garraway
Feb 08, 2021
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Sourdough bread is amazing, Chelsea buns light fruity and fluffy!! Sausage rolls the best by far. So Good , will collect an order for Southend Hospital staff again very soon Thankyou Leigh Bakery
The Skull Collector Huxley
Feb 07, 2021
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Generous sized delicious cakes and pastries Home made of course, great variety and with a drink great value at a realistic price. A short walk down to park overlooking The Thames, plenty of benches.
Donna Martin
Nov 13, 2019
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The best bakery ever been to... and look at this beaut.. highly recommend
Alan Conran
Jul 15, 2019
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Popped in to buy a couple of gingerbread men. Liked the look of the fresh cream apple slices whilst I was being served so bought a couple of those too! Delicious... this is much better than the chain bakeries and the staff are polite, helpful and good with kids.
Josey Travell
Aug 13, 2018
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Delicious bakery with yummy cakes and bread. Big selection, although card payments for 5+ bills, otherwise you need cash. Much nicer food than the bakers on rectory grove (next street along) and it is always busy. A Sunday opening would be fab, although most places in Leigh are shut on a Sunday. I don't recall being served by particularly grumpy people here as mentioned in other reviews, but did get served by a grumpy person in the other bakery. I guess we are all human and all get grumpy sometimes though. Would recommend a stop here on a Saturday morning!
