Gail's Bakery to open first site in South West

Tom Molnar, Gail’s co-founder

A London-based craft bakery is opening a branch in Bristol, in its first venture in the South West.

Gail’s – a small chef-led bakery that has been serving top restaurants and food venues for the last 30 years – has secured a site in Clifton Village.

The business, which will open its doors in the city in May, was founded in London’s Hampstead Village. It is known for its sourdough bread, sweet and savoury bakes, sandwiches and house-blend coffee.

Tom Molnar, Gail’s co-founder, said: “Clifton is our first bakery in the South West and I am happy we are a bit closer to some of my favourite growers, millers and food pioneers.

“The UK’s baking (and food) scene is getting increasingly better (and more exciting). Bristol’s progressive spirit and fortunate geography in the middle of some great agricultural land, with a long history of good producers, should continue to nurture and attract new ideas.”

Gail’s works with several South West producers, such as Shipton Mill flour, Quicke’s dairy and biodiversity champions Wildpress.

Mr Molnar added: “We’re looking forward to having a small footprint in a place that we love and admire and are excited to welcome the Bristol community through the doors.”

Gail’s Clifton Village will be open from 7am until 6pm daily, with the space being available for charities and community groups to use outside of these times.

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