Breaking Bread Kitchen & Bakehouse, 8 Market Place, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7NJ

Breaking Bread Kitchen & Bakehouse is a must visit dining spot in Bishop Auckland for anyone looking for delicious food and freshly baked bread in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Despite starting life as a bakery, Breaking Bread is now just as well-known for its café, serving up top quality food and receiving 5 Star reviews on TripAdvisor.

This imposing stone property, located in the town centre, is immaculate and well presented throughout.

Breaking Bread Kitchen & Bakehouse is located in the popular market town of Bishop Auckland. A stones throw away from the magnificent Auckland Palace, the country residence of the Prince Bishops for more than 900 years, Breaking Bread Kitchen & Bakehouse is frequented by many locals as well as tourists to the area.

Known as the gateway to the Durham Dales, Bishop Auckland is a bustling market town in the Vale of Durham, standing high above a meander in the River Wear with commanding views of the surrounding countryside.

A popular tourist destination, visitors have several attractions in and around the grounds of Auckland Palace to visit. Attractions include the 150 acre ancient Deer Park and re-imagined 17th Century Walled Garden, Faith Museum, Mining Art Gallery, Spanish Gallery, El Castillo Tapas Restaurant and Auckland Tower Visitor Centre.

Bishop Auckland is 12 miles northwest of Darlington and 12 miles southwest of Durham.

Ground Floor
Comprises of the main serving area with seating for c.36 covers, commercial kitchen and storage facilities.

First Floor
Comprises of an additional dining area for c.20 covers and customer WC's. To the rear of the first floor is a self contained kitchen area.

Second Floor
Comprises of living accommodation: two bedrooms, bathroom and storage facilities.

Ancillary Areas
Storage in the basement/cellar.

All fixtures and fittings are to be included within the sale however, any items that are owned by a third party or personal to our clients will be exempt.

Breaking Bread is a well renowned bakery, creating Artisan breads and handcrafted baked goods, using organic flours. Currently the bakery supplies not only their own café, but other local restaurants/café's as well as attending local markets. Their Sourdough has become a firm favourite of many locals.

The bakery is located in a separate building to the rear of the main property. Refurbished to a high standard throughout, and fully equipped with commercial grade ovens, provers etc, it has its own rear access, perfect for loading and deliveries.

There is a well maintained and sheltered courtyard with seating for c.40 customers, together with additional WC's and storage areas.

There is rear access to the property for bakery deliveries/loading etc, as well as plenty of customer parking to the front of the building, and around the town.

Breaking Bread Kitchen & Bakehouse is an excellent opportunity for a lifestyle business, offering a couple or an individual a perfect business that has been nurtured for years and is established to continue for many more.

Well supported by locals and tourists to the area, the business has continued to grow year on year and has much potential.

The business is owner operated with the help of a team. A list of staff can be provided upon request.

Full accounting information is available on request.

Monday to Saturday
9.00am - 4.00pm

Sunday
Closed

The Rateable Value is £13,250 with effect from 1 April 2023. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the Local Authority.