Plum Duff Looks Poised to Make a Return

Notice in window says reopening later this month is planned


Plum Duff on Southfield Road being spruced up this week

January 11, 2024

Hopes are being raised of the imminent return of the popular Southfield Road bakery Plum Duff.

A sign has appeared in the window saying that it is to open in late January under new management and workmen have been observed inside and outside the premises making preparations.

It appears that the original name is to be retained as the sign has been untouched during the decoration.

The property at 62-64 Southfield Road had been advertised for sale for £800,000 either as an investment opportunity or to someone wishing to reopen the business. As well as the ground floor premises it contains four bedsits.

Having closed unexpectedly last August, due to the retirement of head baker Ian Moore who had run the business since 1982, there was huge disappointment among its local customer base. It was particularly appreciated for the support it offered to isolated people in the area during the pandemic.

We have been unable at this stage to find more about the plans for the site including whether or not it will resume the supply of fresh bread.

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