On September 16, the UK’s Craft Bakers Association hosts the 2026 Bakery Business day, welcoming bakers, suppliers, and supporters from across the UK to a day of inspiration and learning. The CBA Business Day 2026 takes at the Eastside Rooms, Birmingham.

This year’s agenda includes insight sessions, a baking competition, the industry supplier showcase where over 35 suppliers are presenting their innovations, and an evening awards dinner.

The Member of the Month Awards are presented. Among the event’s topics, ‘Apprenticeship and Qualifications Reform’ is presented byTerry Fennell, CEO at FDQ.

The Craft Bakers Association is a growing member-based community, made up of artisan bakers, apprentice bakers, students, stand-alone bakeries, wholesalers, cafes with bakeries, chocolate emporiums, professional cupcake and biscuit retailers plus leading industry suppliers, experts and specialists to the industry. The association’s key focus is to provide members with essential resources, expert guidance and advice. The organization is member-owned, led by the CEO and board of directors, many of whom own or run their own bakery businesses.

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