Alexander Taylor

Alexander Taylor "Scotland's oldest bakery" We began trading in 1820 and we're still owned and run by the Taylor family.

Five generations on, Alexander Taylor of Waterside Street in the small historic market town of Strathaven in South Lanarkshire, still produces a fantastic range of Scottish and continental breads and baked goods. Our bakery is unique and unrivalled, and is well worth a visit. We sell artisan breads and have a Cafe and Deli open 7 days a week. In addition, our Flour Store 'Pop-Up' Gallery holds occ

asional exhibitions, as advertised. A range of our products are also available at the Lanarkshire Farmers Market held at Overton Farm in the Clyde Valley. Telephone orders can be placed via the bakery shop and collected from either the shop or the markets. The Bakery Shop is open 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, and from 7am on Saturdays. Our Cafe/Deli is open 8.30am-5pm Mon-Fri, and from 8am on Saturdays.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WONDERFUL CAFÉ STAFF. 🎉 WELL DONE!
13/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WONDERFUL CAFÉ STAFF. 🎉 WELL DONE!

No Scotland, no party! 🎉
11/06/2026

No Scotland, no party! 🎉

We have delicious Scottish strawberries (in our handmade shortcrust pastry cases) and raspberry and blueberry Normandy t...
05/06/2026

We have delicious Scottish strawberries (in our handmade shortcrust pastry cases) and raspberry and blueberry Normandy tart (frangipane filling in a short crust pastry case…)

Berry lovely! 🍓🫐

Alexander Taylor is entering into an exciting new phase of development and growth.We are looking to recruit full time an...
14/05/2026

Alexander Taylor is entering into an exciting new phase of development and growth.

We are looking to recruit full time and part time bakery, patisserie and confectionery staff. Excellent rates of pay offered.

Applicants must be fully qualified, trained and have current or recent industry experience. We will require two work references. Transport to Strathaven essential.

Please apply with a CV to [email protected]

There are exciting new job opportunities here at Alexander Taylor in Strathaven 📢 Scotland’s oldest bakery is looking to...
09/04/2026

There are exciting new job opportunities here at Alexander Taylor in Strathaven 📢

Scotland’s oldest bakery is looking to recruit skilled, ambitious production staff to join its growing team to consolidate and develop the business.
Applicants should have high levels of skill and experience in all aspects of artisan bakery production, with a particular enthusiasm and expertise in sour dough and fermented products.
This is a great time to benefit from our existing knowledge base and skills and be part of a growing business for the future.
Applicants must be prepared demonstrate their practical abilities as part of the selection process.

Please apply with CV to:

[email protected]

We look forward to you joining our team!
🍞 🥖 🥐
Scottish Bakers City of Glasgow College

Happy Easter weekend 🐣 Bakery shop open 7am -5pm Cafe open 8.30am-4.30pm
04/04/2026

Happy Easter weekend 🐣



Bakery shop open 7am -5pm
Cafe open 8.30am-4.30pm

News flash ⚡️ Yorkshire rhubarb Danish pastries and hot X buns are in! Shop opens in 5 🏃
21/02/2026

News flash ⚡️ Yorkshire rhubarb Danish pastries and hot X buns are in!

Shop opens in 5 🏃

Pistachio croissants 🥐 Happy taste buds, happy life ❤️
31/01/2026

Pistachio croissants 🥐

Happy taste buds, happy life ❤️

The bakery shelves are stacked with delicious goodies fresh from the ovens. If you’re not fast you’re last 🏃‍♀️ ...
17/01/2026

The bakery shelves are stacked with delicious goodies fresh from the ovens. If you’re not fast you’re last 🏃‍♀️

Address

10-11 Waterside Street
Strathaven
ML106AW

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

01357 521260

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