Discover the art of Irish bread making with Bakehouse NI's hands-on class. Learn age-old techniques, enjoy heartyLunch, and take home your own baked goods.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just be comfortable working with hands.
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History
Irish baking dates back centuries, with soda bread becoming a staple in rural communities after the 19th century.
Conservation
Baking traditions at Bakehouse NI emphasize sustainability by using locally sourced ingredients and eco-friendly practices.
Bakehouse NI
Discover the art of Irish bread making with Bakehouse NI's hands-on class. Learn age-old techniques, enjoy heartyLunch, and take home your own baked goods.
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 and receive your hands-on instruction without rush.
Dress warmly
The bakehouse can be cool, especially around the fire, so wear layered clothing.
Bring your appetite
Enjoy a hearty Irish lunch with your fresh bread and seasonal soup after the class.
Plan for take-home goods
Bring a container to carry home your baked breads and jam samples.
Warm clothing
Necessary for comfort around the fire and in cooler indoor spaces.
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Container for baked goods
Use this to carry home your freshly baked breads and jam.
Notebook and pen
Jot down your recipes or cultural notes during the class.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during your hands-on baking experience.