Each morning, before the day begins, we bake our bread from scratch on-site — warm, crusty loaves that fill the bakery with rich, irresistible aromas and real handmade flavour
From beautifully handcrafted birthday cakes to picture-perfect cupcakes and custom designs for every occasion, our talented team brings flavour and creativity together in every bake. Explore our cake collections and find the perfect centrepiece for your next celebration.
Ingatestone’s finest traditional bakery, rising early to craft fresh bread and irresistible morning treats each day.
Ravens Bakery has stood at the heart of Ingatestone since the 17th century, where bread was once delivered by horse and cart to village residents. Generations of the Raven family baked through wars and changing times, with coal ovens, early morning starts, and a proud community spirit. Their legacy lives on in the walls of our shop and the stories we continue to tell.
In 1991, Giselle Hyland brought new life to Ravens Bakery, crafting artisan bread and confectionery with care. Her daughter Jessica and son-in-law Jon took over in 2017, adding a family-friendly garden and modern touches while keeping traditional values alive. We bake everything fresh, support local suppliers, and embrace sustainability and dietary inclusivity with pride.
GOOD Based on 92 reviews Emily Pattison20 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ordered a custom made cake for my Son’s 18th! It looked amazing and tasted even better! Thank you! The guests all said it was delicious! Not the first cake I’ve ordered from Ravens and definitely won’t be the last! Nick Klos17 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I visited this Bakery the other day, I was most impressed with the quality of the food & the great Coffee they served and most importantly the friendly and helpful staff, when I'm next in Ingatestone again I'll definitely visit them again. Lewis Evans10 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ABSOLUTELY AMAIZING!!! Where can I start as soon as I walk in the place it feels like joy. I wanted a breakfast so sat down at the table with the atmosphere light and happy. I sat down and the staff were so polite and asking how I have been and what I would like of course. I ordered the Ravens Breakfast with 1 bacon and egg and the food looked stunning and came in a good 5-10 minutes since it wasn't that busy in the morning. Once I tasted the food I fell in love with the food and place the chef was Mary and the drink was made from Hayley and it was so nice ( it was a hot chocolate with cream and marshmallow) I finished my breakfast in a delightful mood it was definitely worth it and will be going again Thank you Ravens you made my day and many others. I do recommend Ravens for breakfast and lunch. Hope this review helps. Terrence Burton8 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautifully cooked breakfast. Thank you. Charlotte Fernandes5 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ravens bakery have made a couple of cakes now for my family and each time the cakes have been delicious, fresh and with incredible attention to detail. Nicola Trivett4 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As always, Ravens made the most fabulous cake for my Son's 18th. Something they have never done before! He absolutely loved it, and it tasted amazing as ever. Thank you! Melissa Amato3 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you for the Mother’s Day gluten free bento box! It tasted and looked amazing!!
68 High Street
Ingatestone
Essex
CM4 9DW
01277352667
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
07:00 – 15:00
Saturday
07:00 – 15:00
Sunday
Closed