16 of the best vegan bakeries in the UK you need to visit in 2024

Finding the perfect vegan dessert on the go can be tricky, so we have picked out the best vegan bakeries in the UK to get those vegan sweet treats.

Got a sweet tooth? Join us as we take you on a tour across the UK to discover delicious vegan bakeries serving up mouth-watering plant-based pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.

1. Vida Bakery

139 Brick Lane, London, E1 6SB

Nestled in the heart of East London, Vida Bakery is a charming, vibrantly coloured vegan bakery that offers a wide range of indulgent and wholesome treats.

Vida Bakery started when co-founder Dani, who is coeliac and vegan, struggled to find sweet options matching her dietary needs.

She began adapting existing recipes to create delicious treats she can enjoy, this lead to their first store opening in 2018.

Vida Bakery is a haven for those with food allergies as all of their bakes are 100% free from dairy, eggs, and gluten – not that you’d be able to tell as their bakes are simply incredible!

2. Vegan Antics

70 High Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0BH

Established in 2015, this little bakery is packed full of beautifully decorated, larger-than-life vegan treats.

From the moment you step through their doors, the tantalising aroma of freshly baked goods and aromatic coffees beckons you to explore their vibrant vegan menu. Satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of tempting treats, ranging from decadent cakes, cupcakes, and cheesecakes to chewy cookies, fudgy brownies, and more.

You can also indulge in their specialty hot chocolates topped with luscious vegan whipped cream, or opt for their rich, freshly ground 100% single-origin Arabica coffees.

For those craving a cool refreshment, their thick ice cream milkshakes are a hit with customers, and with over 24 luscious flavours to choose from there’s one to please every palate.

As you relish in the sweetness, don’t overlook their savoury options, which include a delectable assortment of paninis, sandwiches, sausage rolls, and more. Whether it’s a quick bite or a leisurely afternoon, Vegan Antics offers a sumptuous array of choices to cater to every craving, making it a must-visit for both the committed vegan and the curious foodie alike.

If you’re not lucky enough to be based closed to the bakery, their forever expanding range, including rocky road, cakes, flapjacks, vegan cookies, pastries and much more, is available for delivery across the UK.

Vegan Antics are also committed to being eco-friendly by using biodegradable and recyclable packaging when possible.

3. Vegan Cakery

22 The Wranglands, Fleckney, Leicestershire, LE8 8TW

This award-winning bakery was established with the dual purpose of producing highest quality vegan cakes, pastries and treats, while also raising as much money as possible for a variety of animal charities and sanctuaries.

They’re well known for their fabulous vegan afternoon teas, which come with all the trimmings of a classic British high tea.

Their cakes are available for delivery and click & collect, so treat yourself to their wide range of vegan cakes, including Battenberg, cookies, vegan brownies and doughnuts.

4. The Naked Vegan

132, Central Market, 134-136 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1AU

Located in the heart of Cardiff, this charming vegan bakery offers a wide variety of mouth-watering treats, all 100% plant-based and cruelty-free.

From classic cakes and cupcakes to more adventurous flavours like matcha and lavender, The Sweet Vegan Bakery has something for every sweet tooth.

Plus, they offer a selection of gluten-free and sugar-free options to accommodate all dietary needs. With its cosy atmosphere and friendly staff, The Naked Vegan bakery is a must-visit for any vegan foodie looking to indulge in some guilt-free treats.

5. Cookies & Scream

130 Holloway Road, London, N7 8JE

Delighting customers with its superb vegan bakes for over 10 years, Cookies & Scream is not only fully a vegan bakery but is also entirely gluten-free.

This renowned vegan bakery located in North London is famous for its delicious and innovative range of sweets, but they also offer a selection of savory vegan options like sandwiches, soups, and salads.

Their baked goods range from classic cookies and brownies to  thick Scream Shakes made from their specially developed sauces blended with either a cookie or brownie.

6. Rubys of London

Greenwich Market, Greenwich Peninsula, London, SE10 9HZ and 48-50 Monson Way, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1LU

Artisan bakery Ruby’s of London specialises in creating beautiful and delicious vegan cakes, cupcakes, and other confections. Not only that, but they specialise in creating spectacular free-from bakes that are gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and free from refined sugars.

Customers travel from near and far to visit Ruby’s store at Greenwich Market for her delicious goodies. In fact, the bakery has proved so popular that it’s opened a second location in Tunbridge Wells.

Their cakes are made with high-quality, organic ingredients and are decorated with stunning edible flowers and intricate designs, making them a real showstopper.

Baker Ruby believes in the importance of the handmade element of baking, therefore everything is freshly made to order, exclusively for you. You can also order Ruby’s brownies, cake, cupcakes and doughnuts online to get them sent straight to your door.

7. Vegan Sweet Tooth

Order online for collection from Thornton Heath, London

If you’re looking for a vegan bakery that specialises in decadent desserts, look no further than Vegan Sweet Tooth – the first and only artisan Italian vegan patisserie, bakery, and deli in the UK.

This beloved bakery offers an impressive selection of sweets, from classic cakes and brownies to creative flavor combinations like salted caramel and peanut butter and jelly. All of their treats are entirely vegan and made with high-quality, organic ingredients.

In addition to their delectable desserts, Vegan Sweet Tooth also offers savory vegan options like sandwiches and quiches, perfect for a quick lunch or snack.

8. Honeytrap Bakery

Skirving St, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3AA

Glasgow-based Honeytrap Bakery’s baked goods are so beautifully made they almost look too good to eat!

Each sweet treat is truly a work of art and brilliantly showcases vegan baking at its finest.

Alongside its spectacular sweet treats, which range from elegant tarts to custard buns and cream-filled doughnuts, the bakery offers a selection of savoury options too.

They even offer gluten-free options so no one has to miss out on getting their sugar fix.

9. Hillgate Cakery

 22 Lower Hillgate, Stockport SK1 1JE

Hillgate Cakery is proud to make vegan cakes for everybody.

This vegan bakery and cafe offers a superb selection of vegan cakes, chocolates and other treats – including refreshing vegan beers!

Plus, you can even stock up on your favourite vegan groceries while you enjoy a slice of cake as they have a well-stocked selection of vegan products like cheeses, chutneys, and meat alternatives for sale.

10. Alex Gooch Baker

45 Whitchurch Rd, Cardiff CF14 3JP

Artisan bakery Alex Gooch Baker is a must-visit bakery for anyone looking for the ultimate artisanal bread and vegan baked goods.

Located in Cardiff, this vegan bakery is dedicated to using traditional baking techniques and only the highest quality, locally sourced ingredients to create their delicious and unique offerings.

Alex Gooch’s breads are renowned for their depth of flavour and unique textures, with options like sourdough, or the seven-seed malthouse.

Their selection of sweet treats includes everything from classic croissants and cinnamon rolls to more unique offerings like croncs (a ball of laminated pastry rolled in cinnamon sugar with chocolate centre) and chocolate almond croissants.

With its cosy and welcoming atmosphere, Alex Gooch Artisan Baker is the perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee and a freshly baked treat, or to pick up a loaf of bread to take home.

11. Knead A Little Love

253 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E2 6AH

Knead a Little Love is a cosy and charming vegan bakery located in the heart of London’s Bethnal Green.

If you need a mid-morning pick-me-up, Knead A Little Love really is the place to go!

This family-run vegan bakery launched in 2020 and specialises in creating truly decadent doughnuts which you can enjoy with a reviving cup of coffee or refreshing smoothie in their cute café.

Sisters Jess and Becca hand make their entire range of sweet treats in-house and offer an array of seasonally changing flavours for you to enjoy year-round.

12. Considerit

3, 5A Sciennes, Newington, Edinburgh EH9 1NH

If you’re looking for true vegan indulgence, Edinburgh-based bakery Considerit is the place to be!

This ethical bakery proudly challenges perceptions of vegan food with its mouth-watering selection of hand-baked goods, which includes doughnuts, chocolate, and even ice cream.

As if that wasn’t enough, they even offer spectacular milkshakes for you to enjoy on the go as you take in the sights of Edinburgh.

Considerit handcrafts its tasty array of goodies each day to ensure they’re of the highest quality, and the menu is ever-changing to embrace seasonal flavours.

However, not only are they master bakers, but they’re also a dab hand at chocolate making too! In the bakery, you’ll find bags of delicious handmade vegan chocolate to take home and enioy.

13. TheDorkyFrench Vegan Bakery

39 Parnie St, Glasgow G1 5RJ

A newcomer to Glasgow’s thriving vegan scene, TheDorkyFrench Vegan Bakery is a fully vegan bakery run by French baker Marlène Mamia.

Although it only opened in summer 2023, the bakery is already making a name for itself with its flaky, laminated croissants and elegant patisseries.

The bakery offers customers ‘a taste of France’ with plant-based pastries such as croissants, Not Ham and Cheeze Croissants, and pain au chocolat. You can even grab a drink to enjoy alongside your freshly baked goods as hot drinks are available, as well as one or two cold savoury options.

Giving customers a truly authentic French experience, the bakery uses traditional French flours and premium ingredients to craft its spectacular baked goods.

14. Cradle

40 North Street, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 1RD

If you’re craving some guilt-free indulgence, you’ve got to swing by Cradle. This charming joint serves up piping hot French pastries, heavenly sourdough loaves, and a full lunch and dinner menu all made from organic, locally sourced ingredients.

Cradle’s commitment to local, organic ingredients isn’t just a gimmick; it’s a philosophy woven into every dish they craft. From the seasonal, vibrant lunches showcasing the best of British produce to their Friday Night Supper Clubs, each offering is a testament to their ethos of creating plant-based dishes with minimal impact on the planet.

They’re all about supporting local growers, slashing food waste, and keeping it all plant-based. And any leftovers they do have go straight back to Mother Earth in their very own permaculture garden, lovingly dubbed “The Grave.” Cradle is truly committed to making the world a better place, one delicious bite at a time.

15. Norwegian Bakers

Wivenhoe Business Centre, Brook Street, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO7 9DP

Nestled in the picturesque town of Wivenhoe, just a stone’s throw from Colchester, Essex, Norwegian Bakers is a family-run haven of artisanal delights.

With Jessika at the helm, a master baker with two decades of expertise, their commitment to crafting the finest dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free baked goods is unwavering. Each morning, the air in their bakery is perfumed with the aroma of freshly baked breads, sweet buns, and delectable cakes, all meticulously prepared to the highest standards.

Their dedication to sustainability shines through in their use of locally sourced ingredients and their conscientious efforts to minimise their environmental footprint. Specialising in the authentic art of Norwegian baking, each creation reflects Jessika’s extensive training under the wing of a traditional craft baker in the quaint town of Alesund, Norway.

While their bakery in Wivenhoe is open exclusively on Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm, the chance to snag their delectable treats might still be possible if you swing by on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays before 10 am. Keep an eye out for their regular appearances at local farmers’ markets, offering a taste of Norwegian tradition and warmth to the Essex community.

16. Nama Café

33 Westow Hill, Norwood, London SE19 1TQ

Located in the vibrant borough of Crystal Palace, South London, Nama Café is more than just a place to grab a quick bite; it’s a haven for those seeking an artful blend of delectable vegan delights and warm community vibes.

After the bakery’s owners turned vegan in 2o11, they made it their mission to ‘keep deliciousness in our lives despite [their] vegan lifestyle’. Nama Café stands as a testament to the fact that veganism isn’t merely a lifestyle choice but a celebration of ethical and flavorful culinary experiences.

From decadent chocolate cakes to airy cheesecakes, each sweet treat at this family-run bakery is lovingly made with oodles of plant-based passion.

The sandwiches, meticulously assembled with the freshest ingredients, offer a delightful harmony of flavours that will leave you fully satisfied.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth then you need to check out our ultimate guide to vegan sweets!

Featured photo © Ruby’s of London