Cumbria Rural Enterprise Agency and its Distinctly Cumbrian programme have developed the Food Technology Centre project as part of their support for food and drink producers in the county and it represents an investment of over £1.5 million. At the heart of the development are six commercial kitchen units, each one equipped to a professional standard.

Newcomers:

Granny Dowbekins

Pooley Bridge Ginger Biscuits

http://www.grannydowbekins.co.uk

Country Puddings

http://www.countrypuddings.co.uk

Current Tenants:

Eden Valley Herbs

The Eden Valley Herb Company produce fresh herb products for the retail and wholesale market. Our innovative fridge packs contain various fresh herbs in useful amounts suitable for the modern chef. By combining the most popular herbs in small amounts we avoid the waste and expense usually attached to buying and using fresh herbs.

Tel :01768 213081

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Crags Country Crafts (unit1)

Specialists in patisserie, gateau, cheese cake etc. suppliers to the trade, but can also be found at various shows and fairs around the country. for more information see www.cccpatisserie.co.uk

Saunders of Penrith Ltd. (unit 6)

Fine artisan chocolate makers, suppliers to the trade and  also available from their online shop www.saunderschocolates.co.uk  

Other centre users:

Old Water View Quality Preserves www.qualitypreserves.com

Mr Vikkis www.mrvikkis.co.uk

Food for life partnership www.foodforlife.org.uk

Primary choice www.primarychoiceuk.com

Cup Cakery www.thecupcakery.org.uk