Business Details
8 Years
experience
Expertly Crafted Wedding & Celebration Cakes in Eastbourne
Established in 2018, Coppice Cakes is a dedicated bakery and sugarcraft specialist based in Eastbourne, East Sussex. Our journey began as a home-based hobby business, evolving into a full-service operation following the acquisition of The Sugar House premises. We specialise in creating bespoke wedding and celebration cakes using premium ingredients, with options for dietary requirements including vegan and gluten-free alternatives. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our Level 2 Food Safety certification, Food Allergy Training accreditation, and a perfect 5/5 Food Hygiene Rating from Wealden District Council. We operate with full insurance coverage and maintain rigorous hygiene standards across all operations.Beyond cake creation, we offer an extensive range of sugarcraft supplies, cake decorating tools, and equipment hire services. Our team provides expert guidance to both professional and hobby bakers, with upcoming workshops designed to develop sugarcraft skills. Customer satisfaction remains our priority, demonstrated through our 100% non-refundable deposit policy and flexible delivery options within East Sussex. Our reputation for exceptional design and taste has been built through numerous successful commissions, including complex custom cakes for weddings and milestone celebrations.
Services
Wedding Cakes
Celebration Cakes
Cake Decorating Workshops
Sugarcraft Supplies
Cake Hire
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We have over 4 years of professional baking experience since 2018
- Our cakes use only the highest quality ingredients
- We cater for all dietary requirements including vegan and gluten-free
- We maintain a 5/5 Food Hygiene Rating with Environmental Health
- We offer expert sugarcraft guidance for both beginners and professionals
Associations and certifications
- Wealden District Council Environmental Health
- Food Standards Agency
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Catering
What people say
Perfect for special occasions
Amazing attention to detail
Delicious and visually stunning
Exceeded expectations
Professional and reliable service
Services
Wedding Cakes
We create custom wedding cakes tailored to your theme and preferences. Our expert team uses premium ingredients to craft visually stunning centrepieces that taste exceptional. Available in various sizes and designs, with delivery and setup options for your convenience.
Cake Decorating Workshops
Beginner-friendly workshops teach sugar flower creation techniques. Our hands-on sessions provide expert guidance and all necessary materials. Designed to build confidence in creating professional-quality sugarcraft decorations for personal or commercial use.
Sugarcraft Supplies
We stock comprehensive cake decorating tools including cutters, sugar flowers, cake boards, and edible printing services. Most items can be ordered within a week if not in stock, supporting both professional bakers and hobbyists.
Custom Cake Orders
Specialist bespoke cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and special events. Our designs incorporate intricate details and personal elements, with pricing based on complexity rather than just size to ensure exceptional quality and presentation.
Cake Hire
We offer cake tins, stands, and knives for hire to support your baking projects. This service provides cost-effective access to professional-grade equipment for one-off events or special occasions.
People
Denise
Owner
Denise established Coppice Cakes after transitioning from hobby baking to professional operations. With formal food safety qualifications and extensive experience creating complex custom cakes, she leads all design and production aspects while maintaining strict hygiene standards.
Questions
Can you create custom cake designs?
Yes, all our cakes are bespoke to your requirements. We work closely with clients to create unique designs for weddings and celebrations.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
We offer vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary-friendly options while maintaining the same high quality and taste standards.
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver free within Willingdon, with charges applying for deliveries further afield. Wedding cakes include delivery and set-up fees.
Are cake decorating workshops available?
We offer beginner workshops for sugar flower making with expert guidance. Contact us for upcoming session details.
What payment methods do you accept?
We require a 50% non-refundable deposit with the balance paid in cash on collection or delivery day.
What cake flavours do you offer?
We provide vanilla, lemon, chocolate, fruit cake, and carrot cake options with various fillings including ganache and buttercream.
