Warburtons Bakery Products

Warburtons is a quintessential British family business that has grown from a single grocer's shop in Bolton to become the United Kingdom's leading bakery brand. Founded in 1876 by Thomas and Ellen Warburton, the brand's success began when Ellen's home-baked bread sold out within an hour. Today, the company remains strictly private and family-owned, currently managed by the fifth generation of the Warburton family.

The company's manufacturing footprint is exclusively within the United Kingdom to ensure the freshness of its products. As of 2026, Warburtons operates a network of 13 bakeries and numerous distribution depots across Great Britain. This network includes major facilities in Bolton, Wakefield, Bristol, and a dedicated gluten-free bakery in Newburn. The brand is renowned for its 'Toastie' loaves, crumpets, and innovation in the 'Thins' and gluten-free markets, maintaining its position as the largest independent baking company in the UK.