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classic white sourdough loaf
This is our familiar, classic rustic white sourdough loaf. Made from four simple ingredients: wheat, rye, water, and sea salt, it is soft on the inside, with a delicious, crunchy crust on the outside. Sliced generously, it is a great companion for your Saturday morning brunch, or on the side to a heartwarming bowl of soup. All white loaves are made with 10% rye flour for added nutrition and a subtle flavour boost. 750g Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour, Sea Salt. Vegan, contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£4.50
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sourdough sandwich loaf
One of the bakery’s personal favourites! It’s got all the slow-fermented goodness of a classic rustic sourdough, but it is fluffy like a cloud with a soft and squishy crumb. This is the loaf for those who don’t love the rustic texture of classic sourdough or for your kids who may not like a crunchy crust. It is the perfect loaf for a soft sandwich, for a packed lunch at the office and at school. It looks, tastes, and feels like trusted bread from the shop, but without the additives or refined sugar. And it lasts longer, too! In addition to flour, water, and salt, this loaf contains oat milk, pure maple syrup, and extra virgin olive oil for the extra soft and pillowy texture. 700g Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Oat Drink (Water, Organic OATS Sea Salt), 100% Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour. Vegan, contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£4.00
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multigrain seeded sourdough loaf
A level up from our classic white loaf is this multigrain, seeded sourdough. This dough uses a mix of white and wholemeal wheat flour, dark rye flour, and barley flour. Additionally, it comes packed with malted wheat flakes and malted rye grains, which provide not only additional texture but also a subtle sweet flavour. The loaf is topped with a generous coat of sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, linseeds, and hempseeds for some extra crunch. It is a perfect companion for a hearty portion of eggs and avocado on toast for lunch, or an indulgent grilled cheese for extra comfort. 750g Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Nicotinamide, Iron, Thiamine), Water, Organic Wholemeal WHEAT Flour, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour, Malted WHEAT Flakes, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Golden Linseeds, Hemp Seeds, Organic Malted BARLEY Flour, Organic Brown Linseed, Malted RYE Grains, Sea Salt. Vegan, contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£5.00
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dark rye sourdough loaf
I cannot call myself a German baker without offering you a hearty rye bread. This loaf is made from a mix organic light and wholemeal rye flours, creating that familiar earthy, tangy, yet sweet flavour and dark colour. Rye does not have the same elastic gluten network as wheat flour, which creates the uniquely dense and moist structure of a rye loaf. Slice it up thin, top with a good chunk of butter or cream cheese for a generous lunch break. Ingredients: Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour, Organic RYE Flour, Water, Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Sea Salt. 650g Vegan, contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£4.00
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cinnamon roll (each)
These rolls are a labour of love and a special weekend treat for friends and family. The sweet soft dough is enriched with sugar and butter, before being rolled up with a delicious cinnamon-sugar filling. The rolls are then slowly fermented overnight, creating a soft and squishy cinnamon centre, and a beautiful buttery flavour. Eat them fresh right away, or take them home and warm them up, spreading warm sweet smells through your home! Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Butter (MILK), Sugar, Granulated White Sugar, Oat Drink (Water, Organic OATS, Sea Salt), Cinnamon, Sea Salt, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour. Vegetarian, not vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£3.50
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chocolate chip cookies (pack of 2)
These cookies have everything you want in a classic chocolate chip cookie - they’re crispy on the edges, soft and gooey in the middle, and topped with generous chunks of dark and white chocolate. But they have more. Is it strictly necessary to add sourdough starter to your cookie dough? Maybe not, but when you do and let them rest in the fridge overnight, a hint of tanginess gives a boost to the sweet and buttery flavour, while the long fermentation helps break down the grains and sugars before baking, resulting in a more digestible cookie with a deep and toffee-like flavour. This is a pack of 2, also available in a pack of 4 - see the menu. Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Dark Chocolate (Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: SOYA Lecithin; Vanilla Extract), Light Brown Sugar, Butter (MILK), EGGS, White Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whole MILK Powder, Cream Powder (MILK), Lactose (MILK), Whey Powder (MILK), Emulsifier: SOYA Lecithin; Vanilla Extract), Sea Salt, Bicarbonate of Soda, Baking Powder, Vanilla Extract. Vegetarian, not vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg. My cookies are enriched with sourdough for easier digestibility, with added baking soda and baking powder as raising agents.
£4.00
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chocolate chip cookies (pack of 4)
These cookies have everything you want in a classic chocolate chip cookie - they’re crispy on the edges, soft and gooey in the middle, and topped with generous chunks of dark and white chocolate. But they have more. Is it strictly necessary to add sourdough starter to your cookie dough? Maybe not, but when you do and let them rest in the fridge overnight, a hint of tanginess gives a boost to the sweet and buttery flavour, while the long fermentation helps break down the grains and sugars before baking, resulting in a more digestible cookie with a deep and toffee-like flavour. These come in a pack of 4, perfect to share (or not!) - also available in a pack of 2, see the menu. Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Dark Chocolate (Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: SOYA Lecithin; Vanilla Extract), Light Brown Sugar, Butter (MILK), EGGS, White Chocolate (Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Whole MILK Powder, Cream Powder (MILK), Lactose (MILK), Whey Powder (MILK), Emulsifier: SOYA Lecithin; Vanilla Extract), Sea Salt, Bicarbonate of Soda, Baking Powder, Vanilla Extract. Vegetarian, not vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg. My cookies are enriched with sourdough for easier digestibility, with added baking soda and baking powder as raising agents.
£7.50
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*vegan* chocolate brownie (each)
Something for my fellow chocolate lovers! These chocolate brownies hold a special place in my heart, and I’m excited to add them to the menu. I first baked them for a family event many years ago, and they have been a staple in my house ever since. They are rich in chocolate flavour, with a typically fudgy brownie centre, topped with a dark chocolate drizzle, and they just so happen to be vegan! Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Naturli Vegan Block (Shea Butter Oil, Water, Coconut Oil, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, ALMOND, Carrot Juice, Emulsifier (Lecithin), Lemon Juice, Natural Flavouring), Oat Drink (Water, Organic OATS, Sea Salt), Cocoa Powder (Cocoa Powder, Acidity Regulator: Potassium Carbonates), Water, Dark Chocolate (Cocoa Mass, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, SOYA Lecithin, Vanilla Extract), Cinnamon, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour, Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt, Baking Powder. Vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£3.00
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*vegan* cinnamon roll (each)
Finally, the vegan edition of our popular cinnamon rolls. These rolls are a labour of love and a special weekend treat for friends and family. The sweet soft dough is enriched with sugar and vegan butter before being rolled up with a delicious cinnamon-sugar filling. The rolls are then slowly fermented overnight, creating a soft and squishy cinnamon centre and a beautiful, rich flavour. Eat them fresh right away, or take them home and warm them up, spreading warm sweet smells through your home! Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Naturli Vegan Block (Shea Butter Oil, Water, Coconut Oil, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, ALMOND, Carrot Juice, Emulsifier (Lecithin), Lemon Juice, Natural Flavouring), Granulated White Sugar, Oat Drink (Water, Organic OATS, Sea Salt), Cinnamon, Sea Salt, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour. Vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£3.50
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cinnamon rolls (pack of 4)
These rolls are a labour of love and a special weekend treat for friends and family. The sweet soft dough is enriched with sugar and butter, before being rolled up with a delicious cinnamon-sugar filling. The rolls are then slowly fermented overnight, creating a soft and squishy cinnamon centre, and a beautiful buttery flavour. Eat them fresh right away, or take them home and warm them up, spreading warm sweet smells through your home! Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Butter (MILK), Sugar, Granulated White Sugar, Oat Drink (Water, Organic OATS, Sea Salt), Cinnamon, Sea Salt, Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour. Vegetarian, not vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£12.00
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*last chance* sundried tomato and olive sourdough loaf
Very excited for the first special edition loaf on the menu. This bread just smells so, so good! Sundried tomatoes feature twice in this bake: the dough is enriched with sundried tomato paste and a good helping of dried oregano, then additional chopped sundried tomatoes are added alongside whole black (pitted!) olives. This loaf is flavoursome enough to stand on its own, but it also makes a great base for a special savoury brunch plate or with your next charcuterie board. Ingredients: Organic WHEAT Flour (with statutory nutrients Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Nicotinamide, Thiamine), Water, Sundried Tomatoes, Black Olives, Sundried Tomato Paste (Partially Rehydrated Sundried Tomatoes, Vegetable Oil, Tomato Purée, Salt, Garlic Powder, Black Pepper, White Vinegar), Organic Wholemeal RYE Flour, Sea Salt. Vegan. Contains gluten. Allergen: For allergens, see ingredients in CAPITALS. Produced in a kitchen that also handles Nuts, Sesame, Milk, and Egg.
£5.50
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The bakery will be closed for two weeks between 26th October and 8th November. As usual, our loaves do nicely in the freezer in case you'd like to stock up beforehand 😊
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Loaf Actually is a microbakery operating out of a small kitchen space on Bearwood High Street. You can find us at 487 Bearwood Rd, where we are sharing space with the wonderful guys at RPM Analogue Audio Ltd.
Our bakery operates primarily on a weekly pre-order system. This is how it works.
1. Place your order:
Every week on Saturday at 11am, pre-orders will open via this website and you’ll be able to place an order for the upcoming week. When you check out, you will choose when to receive your order with various options between Wednesday and Friday.
2. Confirmation and payment:
By Tuesday at the latest, you will get an email directly from me to confirm your order and to send you a link to complete your payment.
3. Bake days:
Once all orders are in and paid for, I will begin mixing, kneading, and baking, ready for orders to be shared with you on your selected day.
Whilst I bake, orders will be closed to give me time to focus on your breads.
Our primary collection location is our studio space at RPM on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Additionally, for customers located in Harborne/Queens Park area, I offer an option for delivery of your orders to your home on Thursday afternoons/early evening (this option is subject to order volume).
When you place your order, please make sure you select the appropriate day and option for you, as orders are baked fresh on your chosen day.
If you have missed the week’s order cut-off, do feel free to drop me a message or keep your eye on our social media for posts about fresh extras.
In case of any questions or if you face any challenges when placing your order, please do not hesitate to contact me!
Hello, and thank you for stopping by at Loaf Actually.
My name is Jo, and this bakery has been a dream of mine for many years, and I am so excited to finally have the chance to bring it to life.
I started baking nine years ago, when moving from Germany to the UK. At first, it was a way of bringing something familiar with me into the new place that would become my home. Soon, making bread and sharing it with friends, family, and neighbours became a consistent part of everyday life and a real source of joy.
In spirit, Loaf Actually is inspired by the German bakeries I grew up with. These aren’t places for overly sophisticated treats, cakes, or pastries, but shops that are part of everyday routine, where we would pop into regularly to pick up our staple breads and rolls for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Somewhere that provides familiar, reliable products made with care.
At Loaf Actually, there will be some sweet treats, and every once in a while, there will be seasonal specials and new flavours we will try out together. But at its core, my hope is to provide simple and familiar, well-made breads for you and your friends and family, to add a reliable staple to your lunch box or dinner table.