The Cakesmith

From Macarons and Croissants & Viennoiserie to Chocolate Making and traditional Cake Baking, The Cakesmith in Southam offers an extensive range of sweet and savoury baking workshops from a purpose-built kitchen at the scenic Napton Marina. Run by Louise Smith, this Warwickshire school operates from a beautiful canalside setting that creates a relaxed, confidence-building environment for bakers of all abilities. The workshop calendar spans both classic British baking and contemporary treats, with classes covering everything from traditional mini sandwich cakes and fruit scones to loaded chocolate brownies and delicate French macarons. The Afternoon Tea Baking Experience teaches students to create zesty lemon loaf cakes, butter shortbread and fresh fruit scones, complete with piping techniques for decoration, whilst the comprehensive four-hour macaron workshop guides participants through colouring batter, creating shells and filling their finished pastries. Those seeking chocolate expertise can master loaded brownies and hand-dipped Oreo truffles, learning both baking fundamentals and creative decorating methods. Celebration occasions receive particular attention, with dedicated hen party workshops combining cupcake decorating with afternoon tea, and children's chocolate experiences from £25 that include making chocolate lollies and loaded cookies in a party atmosphere. The smooth icing cake decorating class teaches professional sugarpaste techniques for celebration cakes, whilst the Treatbox workshop combines cupcakes, vanilla cookies and chocolate treats with piping and embossing skills. Classes accommodate groups from two to twelve people, with one-to-one tuition available, evening sessions, and corporate bookings welcomed. Each workshop includes arrival drinks, all ingredients and equipment, plus refreshments during breaks, making this rural marina location suitable for date nights, hen parties, and anyone seeking hands-on baking instruction in small, supportive groups.

Reviews

Location

Napton Marina, Tomlow Rd, Southam CV47 8HX, Warwickshire

A few things we think are worth having if you want to keep baking at home.

Equipment

Ateco Turntable

Solid stainless steel turntable. The foundation of cake decorating.

~£40View on Amazon

Equipment

Wenburg Cake Decorating Kit

Turntable, spatula, and piping tips - everything for your first decorated cake.

~£25View on Amazon

Book

The Cake Decorating Bible - Juliet Sear

Step-by-step techniques for frosting, fondant, and tiered cakes. The go-to guide after your first decorating class.

~£20View on Amazon

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