Dolgellau bakery named among the best in the world

La Liste has revealed the winners of its 2024 Pastry Awards with one UK bakery (Lannan Bakery in Scotland) claiming a major accolade and more than 150 others making into onto the list of the world's best.

The long list of the world's best bakeries features 198 sites from across the UK from locations including London, Manchester, Edinburgh and North Wales.

The UK bakeries among the best in the world

The UK bakeries among the best in the world, according to La Liste, can be seen in the map below:

North Wales bakery named among the best in the world

Popty'r Dref (Dolgellau)

Address: Smithfield Street, Dolgellau, LL40 1ET

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5 out of 5 (69 reviews)

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Popty'r Dref - located in Dolgellau - was one of five Welsh bakeries named among the best in the world by La Liste.

It is popular among visitors, boasting a 4.5 out of five rating on Tripadvisor with it being described as "one of the best" and  "well worth a visit". 

One guest, describing their experience at the Dolgellau bakery, said: "You will be spoilt for choice at this bakery; there are just so many delicious sweet treats to choose from.

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"We went back twice to try more and every one was delicious! The breakfast is also very good, with some varied choices on the menu.

"Definitely go here if you're in the area!"

While another visitor, describing as the "best bakery in Dolgellau", added: "Widest range of the most delicious cakes and cooked food.

"Great staff, cosy and warm! Has been my regular for 3 years."