Gluten-Free Bakery · Friars Cliff, Highcliffe-on-Sea
The Castle Pantry at Highcliffe Castle Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at The Castle Pantry at Highcliffe Castle: 36 items across 6 sections, from gluten-free breads to toasties & sandwiches.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by The Castle Pantry at Highcliffe Castle. Always ask staff about allergens.
Gluten-Free Breads
- Gluten-free focacciaVVGGFDF £4.15 Olive oil focaccia with rosemary and sea salt.
- Gluten-free white loafPopularVGF £4.10 Soft, sliceable white bread made in a dedicated gluten-free bakery.
- Gluten-free seeded loafPopularVGFDF £4.55 Hearty gluten-free loaf with sunflower, pumpkin and linseed throughout.
- Gluten-free sourdoughVVGGFDF £5.65 Buckwheat and rice flour sourdough with a crisp crust and tangy crumb.
- Gluten-free rolls (pack of 4)VGF £4.30 Soft gluten-free white rolls, ideal for burgers, bacon and sandwiches.
- Gluten-free bagels (pack of 4)VGFDF £4.90 Chewy boiled gluten-free bagels in plain or sesame, great toasted.
- Gluten-free baguetteVGFDF £3.90 Crusty, light gluten-free baguette that you can actually tear and share.
Gluten-Free Savoury
- Gluten-free cheese sconeVGF £2.85 Crumbly Cheddar scone baked with gluten-free flour and a little mustard.
- Gluten-free quicheVGF £3.85 Seasonal quiche baked in a crisp gluten-free shell.
- Gluten-free cheese and onion pastyVGF £4.95 Cheddar and onion filling in a crimped gluten-free crust.
- Gluten-free sandwichGF £4.90 Fresh sandwich on gluten-free bread with daily fillings.
- Gluten-free steak piePopularGF £4.75 Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy under a golden gluten-free pastry lid.
Gluten-Free Cakes
- Gluten-free brownieVGF £3.20 Fudgy gluten-free brownie made with dark chocolate and a crackly top.
- Gluten-free millionaire's shortbreadVGF £3.65 Gluten-free shortbread base, thick caramel and a layer of milk chocolate.
- Gluten-free celebration cake 8"VGF £54.50 Made-to-order gluten-free celebration cake baked in a dedicated GF kitchen.
- Orange and almond cakeVGFDFN £4.95 Flourless whole-orange and almond cake, moist, fragrant and dairy-free.
- Gluten-free carrot cakeVGFN £4.25 Spiced gluten-free carrot and walnut cake with cream cheese frosting.
- Gluten-free Victoria spongePopularVGF £5.05 Light gluten-free sponge sandwiched with strawberry jam and vanilla buttercream.
- Lemon polenta cakeVGFN £5.00 Naturally gluten-free cake with almonds, polenta and lemon syrup.
Gluten-Free Pastries & Bakes
- Gluten-free croissantPopularVGF £3.10 Buttery, flaky croissant made without wheat, best enjoyed warm.
- Gluten-free flapjackVGF £3.05 Golden syrup flapjack made with certified gluten-free oats.
- Gluten-free Bakewell tartVGFN £3.30 Gluten-free almond frangipane tart with raspberry jam and white icing.
- MacaronsVGFN £2.45 Naturally gluten-free almond macarons in rotating seasonal flavours.
- Gluten-free cinnamon bunVGF £4.15 Soft gluten-free cinnamon bun with a sticky brown sugar glaze.
- Gluten-free sconeVGF £3.35 Sultana scone with jam and clotted cream on the side.
Drinks
- CoffeePopularVGF £3.95 Espresso-based drinks made with your choice of dairy or plant milk.
- MilkshakeVGF £4.65 Thick milkshake in chocolate, strawberry or vanilla, topped with cream.
- SmoothieVVGGF £4.80 Fruit smoothie of banana, berries and apple juice blended to order.
- Hot chocolateVGF £4.00 Thick hot chocolate made with certified gluten-free cocoa and whole milk.
- Fresh juiceVVGGF £3.25 Freshly pressed orange or apple juice, served chilled in a glass.
- TeaPopularVVGGF £2.30 Pot of breakfast, Earl Grey or herbal tea.
Toasties & Sandwiches
- Soup of the day with breadV £6.90 Freshly made soup served with a hunk of our crusty bread.
- Brie and cranberry toastieV £8.15 Creamy Brie and cranberry sauce with rocket on toasted sourdough.
- Ham and cheese toastiePopular £7.95 Smoked ham and mature Cheddar pressed between buttered sourdough.
- Three-cheese toastiePopularV £6.30 Cheddar, mozzarella and red Leicester melted in crisp bread with onion.
- Tuna melt £7.25 Tuna mayonnaise and melted Cheddar toasted on farmhouse bread.
Ordering tips for The Castle Pantry at Highcliffe Castle
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
- It opens on Sundays (9am – 5pm), which makes it handy for weekend treats.
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