Question 1

What are Wedges Bakery's opening hours?

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Our Hockley Heath bakery is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 8:30am to 3:00pm. Our Dovehouse Parade shop in Solihull is open Monday to Saturday from 8:30am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 9:30am to 3:00pm. Hours may vary on bank holidays.

Question 2

Is there parking at Wedges Bakery?

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Yes. Our Hockley Heath bakery has free parking at the front and rear of the shop. Our Dovehouse Parade shop in Solihull has street parking available directly outside on Warwick Road.

Question 3

Do you take card payments?

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Yes: both shops take cash, Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards, and contactless payments (including Apple Pay and Google Pay). There's no minimum spend on card. We don't currently accept American Express.

Question 4

Can I sit in and eat?

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Yes. Our Hockley Heath bakery has indoor and outdoor seating, and our Dovehouse Parade café in Solihull has a small sit-in area too. Everything on our menu can be eaten in or taken away.

Question 5

Are dogs welcome at Wedges Bakery?

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Well-behaved dogs on a lead are very welcome on our outdoor seating area at Hockley Heath. We'll happily bring a bowl of water out. For food-hygiene reasons, dogs aren't allowed inside either shop. Assistance dogs are of course welcome anywhere.

Question 6

Do you have a customer toilet?

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Neither shop has a public customer toilet: we're both compact village/parade premises focused on the bakery counter and a small sit-in area.

Question 7

Do you have high chairs or baby-change facilities?

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We have a high chair available at our Hockley Heath bakery for little ones eating in, just ask the team and we'll get it set up. We don't have baby-change facilities at either shop.

Question 8

Is Wedges Bakery good for cyclists?

Accepted Answer

Our Hockley Heath bakery is a popular stop for cyclists riding the West Midlands canal towpaths and country lanes. We have outdoor seating, and our bacon sandwiches and coffee are the perfect mid-ride fuel. Cyclists are always welcome, muddy kit and all!

Question 9

Where does Wedges do its baking?

Accepted Answer

Our team of bakers works at Hockley Heath each morning, making bread, savoury bakes, cakes and pastries for both shops. Dovehouse Parade receives fresh deliveries from the bakehouse daily, with sandwiches and drinks prepared in the shops.

Question 10

How can I get allergen information?

Accepted Answer

Please tell a member of staff about any food allergy, intolerance, coeliac disease or dietary requirement before ordering. They can check the current allergen information for the items you are considering and discuss how they are prepared. Ingredients can change, so please check each time you order.

Question 11

Do you have gluten-free or vegan options?

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Options vary by location and day. Please speak to a member of staff before ordering so they can discuss what is currently available, the relevant allergen information and how items are prepared. We do not make dietary or allergen-free guarantees on this website.

Question 12

Where can I see the full menu?

Accepted Answer

Our menu page lists sandwiches and toasties, breakfast, savoury bakes, jacket potatoes, cakes and pastries, breads, rolls and baps, and drinks. Availability can vary by location and day. If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, please speak to a member of staff before ordering so they can discuss current options and ingredients with you.

Question 13

Can I order a cake from Wedges Bakery?

Accepted Answer

We bake a wide selection of cakes, slices and pastries fresh every morning, displayed in the cabinets at both shops: pop in, choose what you fancy, and take it away or eat in. We don't take orders for custom or celebration cakes, but for catering platters (sandwich, savoury or sweet selections) please give us at least 2 days notice by phone or email.

Question 14

Do you make custom or wedding cakes?

Accepted Answer

No, we don't make bespoke, custom or wedding cakes to order. We focus on the freshly baked cabinet selection we sell every day at our Hockley Heath bakery and Dovehouse Parade café in Solihull. If you need something for a special occasion, our catering platters of sweet treats are a popular alternative.

Question 15

Can I order a birthday cake to collect?

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We don't take orders for personalised birthday cakes. The cakes you'll find at Wedges are our daily-changing cabinet selection (gateau slices, brownies, traybakes, tarts, scones and more) perfect for sharing on the day. Call your nearest shop ahead of your visit and we'll let you know what's in today.

Question 16

What cakes do you have today?

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Our cake cabinet changes daily depending on what our bakers have made that morning. You can usually expect classics like cake wedges, gateau slices, cheesecake, brownies, flapjacks, scones and pastries. Give your nearest shop a quick call before visiting if you have your heart set on something specific.

Question 17

Does Wedges Bakery cater for events?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer catering for events, parties, office lunches and special occasions. We can prepare sandwich platters, buffets, savoury selections, cakes, pastries and additional fruit, salad, meat, cheese or bread platters on request. Please give us a minimum of 2 days notice and contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored quote.

Question 18

How much notice do you need for catering?

Accepted Answer

We ask for a minimum of 2 days' notice on all catering orders so we can buy in fresh, prep and bake everything on the morning of your event. For larger orders or busy weeks (Christmas, Easter, school holidays), give us a week or more if you can.

Question 19

Do you deliver catering, or is it collection only?

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Catering platters are collection only, from our Hockley Heath bakery. Most customers find this works well for an early-morning pickup en route to the event, and it keeps the food at its freshest.

Question 20

How old is Wedges Bakery?

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Wedges traces its roots to the bakehouse founded by Edwin Dyer in Hockley Heath in 1850. The Heptinstall family has owned the bakery since 2013 and continues the tradition of fresh baking for the local community.

Question 21

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: we sell paper gift vouchers in store at both shops. They can be spent on anything we sell at either location and are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. Pop in and ask at the counter about the available values.

Question 22

Are you hiring? How do I apply for a job?

Accepted Answer

We list our current openings on our careers page, but we're always keen to hear from friendly, hardworking people. Use the careers form with the role and location you are interested in, or email the relevant bakery directly with your CV and a short note.

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