Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 164 reviews

What nnmercman doesn't like about The Cottage Loaf:
Been a couple of years since last visit but remembered the fresh bread and queue of customers. Not sure what’s happened since then but except for one occupied table outside we were the only customers this time. The two staff we encountered seemed to have their minds elsewhere as it took a while to get served. Selected a loaf to take home plus 4 of “the worlds best” hot cross buns £1.40 for 4) see my pic to view adver... View all feedback. What Irene G likes about The Cottage Loaf:
Fresh cream, fruity jam and soft doughnut just the best. I only wish I didn't live so far away, that these are a treat when I visit friends in the area. On second thoughts it's probably for the best as I'd have them every day! View all feedback.

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GastroRanking-IT
2.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Steve
19.10.2024 - 07:23

Nice food, over priced, staff can be rude, over charge almost every time I go in, one time I was given change for £20 when I only gave £5. Lee is only a small p...

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LittleMissPiggy1
19.10.2024 - 07:23

Poor quality food sold at an expensive price. I took my chicken roll back because the chicken was more like tinned spam then chicken. on taking the roll back I...

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Zander
19.10.2024 - 07:23

Best to use the bakery next door, staff are unfriendly, rude and ignorant, cakes are mediocre at best.

tommyjcr1999
19.10.2024 - 07:23

I visit the bakery most days and I've come to notice that the weekday staff are the most miserable bunch of people I've ever come across, the weekend staff are...

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chorne1940
19.10.2024 - 07:23

We live locally the items we buy mostly are their wonderful fresh cream cakes. It is so easy to pop to the High Street for them if we have visitors arriving we...

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Cottage Loaf Bakery, once celebrated for its exceptional hot cross buns and friendly service, now faces mixed reviews. Loyal customers reminisce about the past but express disappointment with recent visits, citing diminished quality in baked goods and a noticeable decline in staff demeanor. While some still praise the variety of fresh breads and delightful cream cakes, others report rudeness and inconsistent service. Despite nostalgic memories and hope for improvement, the bakery must address these concerns to regain its former reputation as a beloved local staple.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 24 reviews
rapowis
10.11.2023 - 15:38

The new cottage loaf have been doing a marvellous job delivering their delicious bread etc during the pandemic, remember to support local businesses!!

Irene
10.11.2023 - 15:38

Fresh cream, fruity jam and soft doughnut just the best. I only wish I didn't live so far away, that these are a treat when I visit friends in the area. On seco...

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SolentSeekers
10.11.2023 - 15:38

Cottage Loaf used to make the best hot cross buns in the South with a unique blend of spices. However, after not visiting for a while, I decided to treat my fam...

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m0rganj0e
10.11.2023 - 15:38

I am disappointed in the change at The Cottage Loaf. The staff is now rude and unfriendly. Since Steve and Tracy retired, I don't know who is in charge, but I w...

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oldswan2992
10.11.2023 - 15:38

Everything is home made their bread is deliciously fresh there is a Hugh variety of breads to choose friendly . Cakes look very appetising but I haven’t tried t...

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Facebook
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Google
4.7 ★ from 52 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.2 ★ from 73 reviews
GastroRanking-UK
3.5 ★ from 23 reviews
INT Restaurants
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