Discover the art of afternoon tea baking with a hands-on class at Bakehouse NI. Learn to create classic treats, enjoy a luxurious tea service, and take home your delicious baked goods—perfect for food lovers and aspiring bakers alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required
Wildlife
History
Bakehouse NI was established in 2015 and has since gained a reputation for combining culinary tradition with seasonal ingredients.
Conservation
Bakehouse NI emphasizes sustainable sourcing and minimizes waste through composting and recycling efforts.
Bakehouse NI
Discover the art of afternoon tea baking with a hands-on class at Bakehouse NI. Learn to create classic treats, enjoy a luxurious tea service, and take home your delicious baked goods—perfect for food lovers and aspiring bakers alike.
Bakehouse NI is an artisan baking school and food-experience provider located in Bellaghy, Northern Ireland. The business runs hands-on classes and private experiences focused on traditional Irish breads, preserved goods, and tea-time baking. Sessions include Luxury Afternoon Tea Baking Classes, soda bread and traditional Irish bread making at the Scribe, a Belfast pub bread workshop in McHugh's led by Bronagh, cake decorating, seasonal preserving and fermenting classes, and dedicated children’s birthday baking parties.
Each experience emphasizes seasonal ingredients, practical techniques, and take-home creations. Participants learn to bake buttermilk scones, lemon drizzle cake, soda farls, wheaten and potato breads, chutneys, jams, pickles and sauerkraut, and to finish cakes with fondant and buttercream. Several experiences feature live demonstrations, five-course afternoon tea service on elegant china, and meals using freshly baked breads.
Bakehouse NI operates both private and public sessions suitable for small groups and celebrations. Classes are timed between 2.5 and 4 hours depending on the session format, and include hands-on instruction, refreshments or lunch, and a takeaway of items prepared during the class. The Belfast breadmaking workshop takes place in McHugh’s, a historic pub dating to 1711, and some seasonal experiences are hosted by a turf fire or in a caravan setting.
Bakehouse NI has been featured on The Adventure Collective and partners local ingredients with traditional techniques. The business is presented as a trustworthy choice for visitors and locals seeking authentic Irish baking experiences, culinary skills, and memorable food-focused gatherings. Flexible booking and group options are available year-round for all.
Location
Bellaghy, Northern Ireland
Authentic rural base for classes
Class Length
2.5–4 hours
Hands-on sessions, take-home creations
Experiences
8 experiences
Bread, preserves, tea, cake classes
Historic Partner
McHugh's (1711)
Belfast’s oldest pub venue
Reserve a class in Bellaghy or Belfast for groups, private events, or individual learners — limited seats available.
Arrive Early
Get settled in and benefit from the full experience by arriving at least 15 minutes before class starts.
Bring an Apron
Bring a comfortable apron to stay clean while baking alongside the instructors.
Savor the Tea
Take your time to enjoy each course of the afternoon tea and soak in the atmosphere.
Ask for Tips
Don’t hesitate to ask the instructors for baking tips and tricks to recreate the treats at home.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear casual, comfortable clothes suitable for baking activities.
Notebook and Pen
Note down tips and recipes from the class for future reference.
Reusable Tote Bag
Bring a bag to carry home your baked goods and any souvenirs.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture photos of your baking creations and the beautiful setting.