Freshly baked danish pastries at Belinda's Bakery

Award-Winning Family Bakers Since 1983

Freshly baked bread, pastries, specialty cakes and more from our bakery in Ringwood and tea rooms in Fordingbridge.

Peter and Ruth Ellis, founders of Belinda's Bakery

Your Local Family Bakery

Our journey began in 1983 when Peter Ellis, a true artisan of the baking craft, and his wife Ruth embarked on a culinary adventure that has been a labour of love for over four decades. Peter's passion was ignited at 15 when he left school to work for a family-run bakery in Essex, later honing his skills at Southampton Bakery College where he was Top Student three years running.

What began as a small family enterprise has grown into a beloved local institution with a master bakery and two shops serving Ringwood and Fordingbridge. We specialise in traditional baked goods made using long-fermentation methods, and the Ellis family's four children all play an active part in the business today.

Baked Fresh Every Day

Pop in for bread, rolls, pastries, pies, pasties, sausage rolls, sandwiches and coffee.

Sliced sourdough loaf on a wooden board

Artisan Bread

Long-fermentation sourdough, seeded loaves, crusty rolls and soft white — baked fresh every morning.

Chelsea buns and iced buns from Belinda's Bakery

Pastries & Treats

Chelsea buns, iced fingers, danish pastries and seasonal treats to enjoy with your morning coffee.

Freshly baked golden sausage rolls

Savouries

Pies, pasties, sausage rolls and sandwiches — perfect for a quick lunch on the go.

What Our Customers Say

“I cannot believe this bakery doesn't have five stars! I had a bacon and sausage baguette and it was massive! Great quality produce and”

Jess HuxleyPoulner

“This is a fabulous local bakery shop. Wide range of quality products, very friendly and helpful staff beautiful range of cakes, pasties and bread.”

john "Jodie" franklinPoulner

“Best bakery for miles. Fabulous selection of bread and cakes expertly baked. Their pizzas are simply amazing and such great value a great.”

Debbie VidlerPoulner

“Belinda's pizzas are the best. Hot out of the oven and masses of delicious toppings. Add that to lovely staff they're onto a winner”

Curley CalePoulner

“Belinda's provided our daughter's birthday party food and cakes and they were amazing. Beautiful food and wonderful service - Highly recommend!!”

Cassi TaitPoulner

“Haven't been in for a while but the cafe has been spruced up to be a very pleasant place for breakfast or a light lunch”

Richard FarrFordingbridge

“So, my Husband and I visited Belinda's today (10th October 2025) for breakfast. What a lovely experience! Smiles upon entering, lovely clean and friendly bakery come cafe. We were able to order any combination of a fabulous array of”

Tania HopperFordingbridge

“I enjoy going to Belinda's, good value food and friendly service plus it's baby-friendly.”

Bex LFordingbridge

“Lovely local bakery offering a great range on mid morning treats”

Andrew MorrishFordingbridge

“I'm a baker and Confectioner of over 20 years now and on our travels we always love to experience what is on offer in thd areas local bakery. Belindas really is a lovely bakery and cafe, a brilliant selection of sweet, savoury and beverages”

Arthur Tea CakeFordingbridge