About this tour
When Noah from our team rolled up to The Big Bakes in East London, we found ourselves in their signature tent learning to make proper British scones—the kind with clotted cream and jam. The 1 hour 45 minute session is pitched as the UK's top baking experience, and it genuinely welcomes everyone from complete novices to keen home bakers. The setup is relaxed: they handle the equipment, ingredients, measuring, and cleanup, so you're mostly focused on technique and getting your hands in the dough. It's a neat one for mates, families, or dates after the oven work is done.
Highlights
- Actually warm, edible scones you've made within two hours.
- Tea and soft drink included; staff clears up your mess.
- Wheelchair accessible tent and facilities throughout.
- Walk away with a box to take your bakes home.
- No baking experience required; instructions are clear.
- Casual vibe—not a competitive or stressful environment.
- Service animals welcome; prams and strollers accepted.
What to expect
Noah arrived to a welcoming tent setup with aprons, utensils, and pre-measured ingredients laid out. The class moves at a steady pace—you're guided through mixing, kneading, cutting, and shaping. The instructors keep it straightforward; even if you've never baked before, the steps are logical and repeated calmly. You'll spend most of the time getting dough on your hands, chatting with fellow bakers, and watching yours go into the oven. There's genuine anticipation when they come out golden and warm.
After baking, everyone sits down with tea (or a soft drink if you prefer) and tucks into their own scones fresh. It's the reward bit, and it genuinely tastes better when you've made it. The tent itself is relaxed and informal—no pretension, just British baking stripped back to basics. Weather doesn't really factor since you're indoors; the place is also genuinely accessible if you're in a wheelchair or have mobility considerations.
What travellers say
- Hands-on learning with zero prior baking knowledge required.
- Staff handle cleanup; you walk out flour-free.
- Genuinely edible results you can take home same day.
- Wheelchair accessible; prams and service animals welcomed.
- Relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere—mates and families mix naturally.
- Tea, soft drink, and fresh scones all included.
- Tent warmth can be noticeable when ovens are running.
- Extra drinks incur additional cost unless upgrading package.
- Beginners' level—not suited to advanced baking techniques.
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works brilliantly if you want a hands-on activity that doesn't require prior skill, and the takeaway box means you're not scoffing everything in one sitting. The inclusion of tea and a drink keeps costs transparent. It's kid-friendly (they can handle the dough and enjoy the eating), pram-friendly, and accessible. Genuinely stress-free.
If you're after a deep dive into baking science or advanced techniques, this is 'introduction' level. Additional drinks cost extra unless you upgrade packages. The tent environment means it can get warm when ovens are on—dress in layers. Walking is minimal, but you'll be on your feet and working for most of the session.
Wear clothes you don't mind getting flour on. All equipment and aprons provided. Group sizes are small enough that it stays personal. Book ahead—these fill up, especially weekends. Public transport nearby makes it straightforward to reach.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.