Our story

Transforming pies and savoury pastries
since 1963

1963

A blue plaque

In 1963 Trevor Storer's Home Made Pies' begins in Earl Shilton

Selling starts

And we start selling to pubs and chip shops

1964

A new name

Trevor and Valerie rename their business to 'Pukka Pies' in 1964

1965

The first move

It's the mid 60's and Pukka move to Thurmaston

Goaaal!

Our pies first appear in stadia for hungry fans

1970

The pit stop

In 1970 we move from Thurmaston to Brook Street, Syston

1983

The big move

In 1983 we move from Brook Street to The Half Croft, Syston

1983

Export

In 1983 the first exports are flown to Dubai

1989

A family business

In 1989 Trevor and Valerie's sons Andrew & Tim began managing the business

1999

Packing like it's 1999

Pukka invests in automated packing lines

The launch

Soon after the famous All Steak recipe is launched

2000's

Supermarkets

In the early 00's Pukka launches into supermarkets

2010

Ping!

Followed by our microwaveable pies

2017

Pukka

Pukka Pies changes its logo to Pukka in 2017

2020

Investment

In 2020 Pukka invests in new cooking vessels for the bakery

2021

Handheld

In 2021 Pukka launches a handheld range into retailers

2023

Part of British life

Our cultural relevance expanded through brand collabs with LadBaby, Sauce Shop, Art of Football and the launch of our own terrace range

2026

Iconic status as the nation’s favourite

Our new ‘icon’ inspired packaging launched to continue to lead the category, alongside exciting new flavours and NPD!

We’re baking everyday better

Today we're Britain's best-loved pie brand. Still family owned. Still proudly Pukka. Still investing and innovating to set the standard in baking and shaping British culture.

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Pukka Pies Limited, The Halfcroft, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LD

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