16th September 2025
Ashford’s Growing, and So Are We: Docker Bakery Opens on New Street This October
Ashford is one of Kent’s fastest-growing and most dynamic towns, and now it has the sourdough to match. This October, Docker Bakery will open a brand-new site at 25 New Street, bringing its much-loved breads, pastries, and coffee to the heart of Ashford’s food scene.
Born on Folkestone’s Harbour Arm, Docker has grown from a tiny container bakery into a thriving Kent business. Known for its solely plant-based products, including sourdough, pastries, and seasonal treats; the bakery has earned a reputation for flavour, freshness, and craft. Expansion to Ashford marks the next chapter in Docker’s journey, fuelled by strong community support and a desire to be part of the town’s exciting future.
The new site will also generate a number of new jobs in the town, strengthening Docker’s commitment to local employment. Coffee will be served in partnership with Curve Coffee Roasters, a close collaborator based in Margate who are known for their speciality small-batch roasting.
“Opening in Ashford feels like a natural step for us,” says Wes Burden, co-founder of Docker. “It’s a town with incredible momentum, and we’re proud to be contributing to that growth. Ashford has a buzzing food culture, and we can’t wait to share our bread and coffee with a new community.”
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Our passion is hand crafting sourdough breads and pastries that are incredibly delicious, nutrition and sustaining. Our purpose is to do so in a way that benefits our community, our customers and the environment.
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