‘Award-winning bakery 'excited for next challenge' as they move to spot once home to much-loved Sheffield bar
The Bakers’ Yard Bakery is expanding its venue after more than two years of success in Kelham Island
A much-loved Sheffield bakery has announced that it will be moving into a bigger venue this summer as it aims to expand its business into new heights.
The Bakers Yard Bakery in Kelham Island, opened for the first time in April 2024, and in the years that followed has established itself as not just one of the best in Sheffield but one of the most highly regarded bakeries throughout the UK.
It notably made the top 50 in the country, as per the Good Food Guide earlier in the year, and also boasts an average rating of 4.8 stars on Google based on excellent feedback from more than 160 delighted customers.
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The venue has achieved a lot in a short period of time, occupying a micro bakery right in the heart of Kelham Island - and it’s this success that has allowed the bakery to continue to grow with a new venue just next door.
In a statement on Instagram, owners Sam Lindsay and Becky Crofts wrote: “We told you we had big plans this year.
“We have been so overwhelmed by the support shown for our little micro bakery since opening almost three years ago. So much so, that micro doesn’t really cut it anymore. So in exciting news, our bakery is growing, into next door.
“You can expect a greater variety of bakes, breads, pastries and cakes, including bespoke celebration and wedding cakes @bakersyardbespokecakes, And a little further down the line, and into the evening, @bakersyardbistro, a French inspired neighbourhood eatery.
“We are so proud of our incredible team @bakersyardbakery their enduring hard work and commitment has helped us take the bakery far beyond what we ever imagined. There are so many talented hospitality professionals in Sheffield too, and we hope this new venture will help create more lasting roles for those truly invested in the world of food, drink and customer service.
“We are so very grateful for all our customers, clients and team, and excited for the next challenge.”
The move was celebrated by other businesses in the area. Italian restaurant Domo commented: “This is absolutely incredible guys. We’ve loved you since the moment you opened and we’re so lucky to call you neighbours. Onwards and upwards.”
This new venture means that Bakers Yard will be officially replacing Isabella’s Bar and Restaurant which closed its doors in earlier this year due to increasing costs.
Isabella's was a cafe by day, serving breakfast and lunch, which was known for changing into a trendy cocktail bar in the evening with small plates and tapas on offer.
It was very popular in its heyday but according to its owners closed its doors due to high overheads and running costs which led to financial difficulties.