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Home Bakery · Hawkshead · Lake District

Fresh, flavour‑packed bakes that live up to the hype.

Bespoke, hand-crafted celebration cakes, cupcakes, brownies and more — baked with care from a home bakery in the heart of the Lake District. Gluten-free and vegan options always available.

  • ★★★★★ Loved by customers across the Lakes
  • Gluten-free & vegan options
  • Tracked delivery, postage included
A handcrafted celebration cake by Bakes By Holly, decorated with fresh cherries and buttercream
100% Hand-crafted to order
GF & VG Options on most bakes
Hawkshead Home bakery, Lake District
Royal Mail Tracked, postage included

Simple & Straightforward

How to Order

  1. 1

    Browse the menu

    Have a look through the sweet treat possibilities above, or the gallery for cake inspiration.

  2. 2

    Choose your flavours

    Decide which sweet treats tickle your fancy and pick your favourite flavours.

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    Get in touch

    Use the contact form, email, or send a message on socials to let me know what you'd like.

  4. 4

    Sit back & wait

    Relax while your fresh, hand-baked treats are made and sent your way.

A close-up of a Bakes By Holly brownie box

About Holly

Baked with passion, from the heart of the Lake District

Hey, I'm Holly — nice to meet you! If you're after quality baked goods that are fresh, flavour-packed and delicious, backed by a reliable and friendly service you can trust, you've landed in the right place.

Bakes By Holly takes your sweet treat fix to the next level. I make bespoke, hand-crafted cakes, cookies, brownies and more from my home bakery in the beautiful village of Hawkshead — with gluten-free and vegan options available, because everyone needs cake.

Cakes and bakes are pure joy, especially when baked with passion from quality, fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's a showstopping cake for a special occasion, a bespoke treat box for a loved one, or simply a treat for yourself, I'd love to bake for you.

Holly x

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What Customers Say

“Thank you to Bakes by Holly for the INCREDIBLE cake, it tasted even better than it looked!”

— Paige

“Thank you so much for the gorgeous cake Holly! It was demolished by Sunday despite being huge!”

— Liz

“The best wedding cake! Absolutely smashed it – thank you!”

— Vicky

“Wonderful cake for birthday celebration. Delicious.”

— Pelham

“Best cake ever! We're still eating it now.”

— Ellie

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find you?

I'm based in the beautiful village of Hawkshead, near Ambleside in the heart of the Lake District.

Do you deliver?

For celebration cakes and cupcakes, collection from Hawkshead is preferred. However, I can deliver locally (Ambleside, Coniston and Hawkshead) at no extra charge. Delivery further afield will incur a delivery charge.

Are any of your bakes gluten-free or vegan-friendly?

Yes! Many of my bakes are gluten-free or vegan, or can be made this way. I can also do gluten-free or vegan celebration cakes and cupcakes in various flavours — just get in touch to let me know what you'd like. Everyone needs cake!

Do you do weddings?

Yes, I'm experienced with a variety of stacked or single tier wedding cakes and cupcakes, and have set up cakes in beautiful venues in and around the Lakes. Check out the gallery for examples and get in touch to discuss cake and dessert options for your special day!

How do I order?

Use the contact form below, or email bakesbyholly@outlook.com, or send a message on socials. I'd love to bake for you!

Get in Touch

Let's talk cake.

Questions, comments, suggestions, or a bespoke order in mind — I'm here for it. For bespoke cakes, please include the date required, number to serve, design ideas and any allergies.

Send an enquiry

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