Ultrapharm
Our South Wales bakery specialises in crafting premium gluten-free products that deliver traditional bread authentic taste and texture, baking the best of both worlds.
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Ultrapharm is a leading manufacturer of gluten-free bakery products, supplying the UK retail market with artisanal gluten free bread and morning goods.
Since joining the Finsbury family in 2018, Ultrapharm has continued to innovate in the rapidly growing gluten-free market. Our dedicated team of 164 skilled professionals combine artisanal baking techniques with modern production methods to create gluten-free products that don’t compromise on flavour or texture.
Having mastered the art of crafting premium products that closely mimic the taste and feel of traditional bread, we can ensure those with dietary restrictions can still enjoy familiar favourites. Our extensive range of artisan bread includes, White and Brown seeded sandwich loaves, Sourdough, Speciality loaves and award-winning morning goods, as well as seasonal specialities and a selection of sweet treats.
As awareness of gluten sensitivities grows and more consumers opt for gluten-free diets, Ultrapharm is well-positioned to meet this increasing demand. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures we remain at the forefront of gluten-free baking, continually expanding our offerings to cater to evolving consumer preferences.
A customer favourite…
One bite of the Gluten-Free Artisan Sourdough Loaf is enough to taste the excellence. This bread offers the complex flavours of traditional sourdough, proving that gluten-free doesn’t mean taste-free. It’s a testament to our ability to create products that allow those with gluten sensitivities to enjoy the simple pleasure of great bread.
Frequently Asked Questions
From soft sandwich slices and artisan-style loaves to award-winning rolls and other morning goods and sweet treats, Ultrapharm Bakery focuses entirely on specialist free-from baking. With major UK retail relationships and supplying grocery brands and foodservice operators, the site produces a product range that allows partners to offer complete gluten-free options without compromising on taste or shelf-life.
Operating out of dedicated manufacturing sites in South Wales (alongside their additional European sister bakeries), Ultrapharm employs a skilled workforce of around 164 staff. The team produces over 10 million Ultrapharm gluten-free items annually, blending specialised allergen-controlled facilities with high-capacity equipment to meet the rising demand for free-from staples across the UK and Europe.
Creating great free-from bread takes a careful balance of specialised recipes and precise baking methods. Ultrapharm focuses on perfecting key details like texture, crumb softness, and taste so that Ultrapharm gluten-free bread delivers a high-quality eating experience that rivals traditional bakery lines for a diverse customer base.
Ultrapharm was acquired by Finsbury Food Group in 2018, bringing such a significant opportunity to enter the fast-growing free-from market. Joining the wider Group network gave Ultrapharm better investment and distribution, using the Group's existing facilities and their previous expertise to build on Ultrapharm's commercial baking strength and technical expertise.
Founded in 1993, Ultrapharm Limited brings over 30 years of specialist experience to the growing segment of free-from baking. The team relies on its extensive technical ability and key management to make gluten-free bread and morning goods that actually taste great. That long track record means retail and foodservice partners, combined with the group’s robust market position, benefit from strong relationships, continued employment, and a reliable supply of products that keep up with changing consumer diets.
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