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Chatsworth Bakehouse

Discover how lockdown loaves evolved into a celebrated Crystal Palace bakery recognised by The Good Food Guide.

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The story

Chatsworth Bakehouse London: Award-Winning Artisan Bakery in Crystal Palace

Community origins and kitchen leadership

Chatsworth Bakehouse in London began as a neighbourhood bakery when founders Sian Evans and Tom Mathews started baking sourdough loaves for locals during lockdown. What began as quiet community support quickly evolved into a consistently busy bakery. Five years later, the pair maintain their original standards despite sustained local demand. Their straightforward approach to bread and pastry has earned them a spot on The Good Food Guide 2026 as a Local Gem.

Daily menu and signature bakes

The daily offerings lean heavily on sturdy savoury bakes alongside carefully tested sweet finishes. Stacked focaccia sandwiches provide a reliable lunch option, while airy pizzas sold by the slice keep the counter moving through the afternoon. Pastry cases hold malted-milk maritozzi and pumpkin spiced doughnuts that rotate with the seasons. Every item reflects a commitment to balanced flavour rather than unnecessary complexity.

Dual locations and service flow

Customers typically navigate two nearby addresses on Anerley Road to access the full range. The primary site at number one twenty A operates strictly on pre-order collections from Wednesday through Friday. Saturday mornings shift the focus entirely to pizza slices baked fresh and served directly from the oven until four pm. A walking distance away, the second location handles casual walk-ins for those who prefer immediate service.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
The Good Food Guide
Local Gem

Details

At a glance

The Good Food Guide 2026 — Local Gem
Cuisines Bakery
Services Breakfast, Lunch, Pre-Theatre Dining, Takeaway

History

On the record

2026
The Good Food Guide — Local Gem

Sian Evans and Tom Mathews turned lockdown loaves for neighbours into one of Britain’s most lusted-after bakeries – a sell-out success story that has never let its standards slip through five years of unremitting hype. Despite operating both a pre-order pick-up address at 120a and a walk-in site a few doors down, you’ll know you’re near when you spot the queue. Understandably so, as everything from the stacked focaccia sandwiches and airy pizzas by the slice to the malted-milk maritozzi and pumpkin spiced doughnuts hits a home run.

Established

Location

Find us

120a Anerley Road, Crystal Palace, SE19 2AN
London, United Kingdom
hello@chatsworthbakehouse.com
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