

Our pick of 15 much-loved Sunderland bakeries and pie shops to visit as we celebrate British Pie Week 2023
For British Pie Week, which runs from March 6-12, 2023, we’ve rounded up some of the city’s best bakeries and pie shops. Grab a fork and get stuck in.

9. The Cheese & Pickle Deli, Blandford Street.
The Cheese & Pickle has been catering in the city for decades and recently opened up a deli on Blandford Street. Pop in for pies, pizzas and rotisserie chicken. It's run by the Sunderland family behind the hugely-popular Tin of Sardines in Roker. Photo: Stu Norton

10. The Bread Basket, Ryhope Street South
The Bread Basket in Ryhope Street South serves up some great pies, from hand raised pork pies to plate pies and pie and pea suppers. Photo: Stu Norton

11. Baker's Oven, Holmeside
Another city centre institution, whether you're after a breakfast bap to some gravy and chips to line your stomach on a night out, Baker's Oven also do a great cottage pie. Photo: national world

12. Milligans, The Bridges
A great spot to grab a hearty meal before catching a train, Milligans sell a wide range of baked goods at fair prices. Photo: national world