Star readers share excitement about Pimbletts permanent bakery

Setting up in 1921, Pimbletts bakery became a household name after serving freshly made pies, pastries, and desserts to Sintelliners for 87 years.

After closing down in 2008, the bakery went through a rebrand as Pimmies Pies under director Arthur Bevan and was taken over by local businessman Ryan Little in 2021.

Operating from an industrial warehouse on Jackson Street in recent years, Pimbletts opened a pop-up shop on Boundary Road in November, which is now being refurbished as a permanent location following a huge response from customers.

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The Boundary Road shop will reopen after a refurb (Image: St Helens Star)
Hundreds of Star readers reacted to the news that Pimbletts will reopen as a permanent shop, with many stating that it is "fantastic news" to see the iconic bakery back in the community.

Here are a handful of Star readers' comments on Pimbletts permanent move:

Andrew Twist said: "That's fantastic news, I grew up with Pimbletts pies and have never found one yet to match them. Even the crust on the meat and potato pies was unique and original."

Lesley Hughes wrote: "Hurrah! I've Loved Pimmies all my life and love Blackburns too. Hope there is room for both businesses and people will support them both. You can’t beat a Pimblett’s meat and potato pie. Hope they are as good as the originals."

Lynn Warbrick commented: "Brilliant! Can’t wait. I miss custard slices & blackcurrant tarts as well as the obvious pies!"

Mark Hesketh said: "Do a lovely chunky steak pie from that pop up Pimbletts. Hope they stay on the menu."

A selection of Pimmies pastries during its pop up trial (Image: Pimbletts)
Dean Barrett commented: "Omg like proper old school Pimmies...I'd drive 126 miles to come home for that."

Laura Murray said: "Brilliant news."

Tommy Hopkins said: "Love Pimbletts meat & potato pies."

Yvonne Verdin said: "Best egg custards at Pimmies."

A selection of cakes and desserts will also be available in store (Image: Pimbletts)