Award Winning, Handmade, Artisan Pies, Pasties & Quiches

"Based in the heart of Britain’s beautiful Lake District, we are founded upon a love of good food and a passion for the traditional values behind the craft of great cooking. We are proud to have turned these passions into our business, handcrafting unique recipes for artisan pies since 2019.”

The Story So Far

Here at The Wagtail Kitchen, we strive to provide the most delicious, comforting, top-quality food for everyone to enjoy. We pride ourselves not only on our produce, but our traditional values and the community
surrounding our business. We hope our handcrafted, artisan recipes can bring joy to any table and be the centre of great memories, sharing food with those we love.

Steve Manders, Founder and chef at The Wagtail Kitchen

The Bestsellers

Top Pie

Steak & Ale

A collaboration with our good friends at Kendal’s own Gan Yam Brewery, our classic

£5.00
Steak & Mushroom

The perfect pie for the ‘fungi’! Our Steak & Mushroom pie is one of only a few Gold British Food Awards in 2024!

£5.00
Steak & Blacksticks Blue

Like our Steak & Ale pie, but with that extra richness of the Blackstick Blue Cheese make this a 3 Star Great Taste winner.

£5.00

Freshly Made

A great range of products that will satisfy any hill walker, create a great addition to any buffet, party or celebration. Or you just fancy a substantial lunchtime snack we can supply.

Trade Customers

We’re currently working with a small number of pubs around Kendal & South Lake District. Guaranteeing the best pies for their customers we can provide bulk orders specially made for trade customers.

In Cumbria's Lake District

Based on the edge of Kendal, we’ve been crafting pies at Lakeland Food Park since 2018.