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# Fresh doughnuts with long shelf lives | Simply Doughnuts

Fresh doughnuts with long shelf lives | Simply Doughnuts

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- [Blog](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/blog/)
- [Simply Doughnuts Joins FDEA](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-joins-fdea/) - In August 2026, we received confirmation that Simply Doughnuts had been accepted to join the Food & Drink Exporters Association (FDEA), and is to be recognised as a Verified Exporter. The association describes itself as “the UK's community for ambitious food & drink exporters” and its role is to help such companies to connect, learn
- [Classic Mini Rings at SPAR James Hall & Co](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/classic-mini-rings-at-spar-james-hall-co/) - Simply Doughnuts' 8-pack Classic Mini Ring Doughnuts are now available in 165 SPAR stores owned by the award-winning wholesaler, James Hall & Co.
- [Simply Doughnuts on Tour](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-on-tour/) - With a series of food industry expos and conferences in the pipeline, we’ve been devoting a lot of time to forging new bonds with clients, suppliers, category buyers and food technology specialists. And naturally, of course, we’ve also been using the same events to renew old acquaintances. On 13 April, our chair Mike Wilson and
- [New Glazed Mini Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/new-glazed-mini-doughnuts/) - Simply Doughnuts announces the launch of its 8-pack Glazed Mini Doughnuts. They come in 2 flavours: Cocoa Glaze & Strawberry Glaze. They have 60-day shelf lives in ambient conditions.
- [Introducing Students to Manufacturing](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/introducing-students-to-manufacturing/) - In June 2026, Simply Doughnuts welcomed a visit by pupils from Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School and Sixth Form College in Blackburn. They made their trip as part of a series of “industry days,” which involve seeing how local manufacturers operate, and learning about the skills they most value. 12 pupils attended, together with two
- [BRCGS Certification Renewed](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/brcgs-certification-renewed/) - In December 2025, following a site inspection and audit by BRC Global Standards, Simply Doughnuts received a renewed 'AA' food safety rating. We have maintained this top-rated grade since 2018. Before then, we held SALSA accreditation. Founded in the UK, BRCGS notes that its “Global Food Safety Standard has set the benchmark for nearly 25 years… (and)
- [Proving the Case for Long Shelf-Lives](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/proving-the-case-for-long-shelf-lives/) - Simply Doughnuts has always argued that long shelf-lives yield clear commercial advantages for retailers. In late 2025, a waste benchmarking exercise proved it.
- [Finalist in 3 Categories: Make UK Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-in-3-categories-make-uk-awards/) - On 23 October, the manufacturers' organisation Make UK named Simply Doughnuts as the runner up in two categories of its annual Manufacturing Awards. We had actually been shortlisted in three categories of the 2025 regional awards programme: Developing Future Talent Business Growth and Strategy The Manufacturing Impact Award At the the North West regional dinner,
- [Finalist: Food Manufacture Excellence Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-food-manufacture-excellence-awards-2/) - Simply Doughnuts has been named a finalist in 2 categories of the 2026 Food Manufacture Excellence Awards - Site Team of the Year & the Future Talent Award.
- [Finalist: Northern International Trade Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-northern-international-trade-awards/) - Simply Doughnuts is a finalist in the Northern International Trade Awards 2025. International Company of the Year' (sub-£10m category).
- [Support for Food Charity, Bolton](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-food-charity-bolton/) - A short while ago we made another of our charity 'doughnations' - this time in support of Eden Boys’ School in Bolton. The school planned to hold a family fun day to raise money for the Blackburn-based Shine charity, and the UK Food Poverty & Education programme. The event took place before the end of
- [Support for Children’s Hospice](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-childrens-hospice/) - In September 2025, we donated a supply of doughnuts to the Forget Me Not Children's Hospice as part of its Dragon Boat Race fundraising event.
- [Finalist: Baking Industry Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-baking-industry-awards/) - On 8 August, Simply Doughnuts was named as a finalist in the 'Team of the Year' category of the 2025 Baking Industry Awards.
- [New Protein Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/new-protein-doughnuts/) - Simply Doughnuts is proud to announce the launch of its new Protein Doughnuts, available in three flavours: Cookies & Cream, Hazelnut Swirl, and Triple Choc.
- [School Fundraiser 'Doughnation'](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/school-fundraiser-doughnation/) - In July, we made another of our 'doughnations' - this time in support of St Gabriel's CoE Primary School in Blackburn. As part of its end-of-term activities, the school planned to put on a summer show and to organise a raffle for fundraising. We duly provided a supply of Classic Mini Ring Doughnuts, which proved
- [Support for Children's Charity](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-childrens-charity/) - At the end of National Doughnuts Week (10 to 18 May), we received a heart-warming 'thank you' message from Daytrippers in Bolton. We had supported the charity's weekend fundraising event by providing free doughnuts for its raffle and tombola. Daytrippers is a volunteer-led organisation that organises accessible trips for families with children who have disabilities.
- [Finalist - BIBAs 2025](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-bibas-2025/) - Simply Doughnuts has been named as a finalist in the 2025 Be Inspired Business Awards - also known as the BIBAs. We have been shortlisted in two categories: the "Innovative Business of the Year" and the "Small Business of the Year." Led by the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, the BIBAs are regarded
- [Charity 'Doughnation', Blackburn](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/charity-doughnation-blackburn/) - In April, we were contacted by a housing and wellbeing assistant from Great Places Housing Group - a not-for-profit body that provides affordable homes throughout the North West and parts of Yorkshire. The organisation is a partner on a project that provides housing for vulnerable women in Blackburn, and with Easter approaching, we were asked
- [Finalist – Made in the North West Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-made-in-the-north-west-awards/) - Simply Doughnuts has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2025 Made in the North West Awards. Better yet, we’ve made the finals in two categories: the Food and Drink Award, and the Sustainable / Ethical Manufacturer of the Year Award. “It’s great that we’ve got through to the finals,” said Simply Doughnuts chair, Mike
- [Food Waste Action Week](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/food-waste-action-week/) - This year, Food Waste Action Week runs from the 17th to 23rd March. First launched in 2021, it's Britain's largest annual food waste reduction campaign and it's led by the international climate action group, WRAP. WRAP has devoted a web page to the campaign, and it notes that food waste is one of the biggest
- [Blackburn Food Bank](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/blackburn-food-bank/) - For some time now, we've been supporting Blackburn Food Bank with seasonal donations of food. The charity does some excellent work in our native town and we're happy to be a supporter. This month, we received a kind letter from the organisation, and we felt that it was worth featuring it here. It highlights its
- [Gulfood 2025](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/gulfood-2025/) - Described as the world’s biggest food and beverage event, Gulfood is taking place this year between 17 - 21 February at the Dubai World Trade Centre. As ever, we're working hard to grow our export markets and to broaden our range of international contacts, so members of our senior management team will attending the exhibition
- [MBE Investiture](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/mbe-investiture/) - We recently received official photographs of the Investiture event that our managing director, Shiraz Master attended back on 18 December. It was held at Buckingham Palace and, there, the Princess Royal presented Shiraz with his MBE medal. It was awarded in recognition of his “services to the promotion of food and drink, to business and
- [Christmas Charity 'Doughnations'](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/christmas-charity-doughnations/) - In December 2024, we received a request from a member of the Booker Retail team who was planning a charity fundraising event in support of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. We agreed to supply a quantity of our Classic Mini Rings and our Ring Bake doughnuts, which were duly delivered and used as
- [BRCGS Certification](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/brcgs-certification/) - In December 2024, following a site inspection and audit , BRC Global Standards renewed its AA certification grade for Simply Doughnuts. We have maintained this top-rated grade since 2018. Before then, we held SALSA accreditation. Founded in the UK, BRCGS notes that its "Global Food Safety Standard has set the benchmark for nearly 25 years... (and)
- [International Trade Awards 2024](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/international-trade-awards-2024/) - Simply Doughnuts is proud to announce that it been named a winner in the International Trade Club Awards for the second year running.The awards took place on 5th December 2024 as part of a gala lunch, which was held at the Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa. The awards are the oldest of their kind in
- [FMEA 2025 Finalist](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/fmea-2025-finalist/) - We're delighted to report that Simply Doughnuts is a finalist in the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards for 2025. We have been shortlisted in the 'Manufacturer of the Year' category. The judges' announcement follows an award submission earlier in the year, and an interview with the company directors, who told the judging panel more about our
- [Manufacturing UK 2024 Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/manufacturing-uk-2024-awards/) - On 24 October, our chair, Mike Wilson attended the North West regional finals of the Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2024, which were held at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort in Burnley.Simply Doughnuts was one of the finalists in the Innovation category. On the night, the hosts named us as the runner up.We made it
- [2023 Outstanding Exporter Achievement Award](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/2023-outstanding-exporter-achievement-award/) - Simply Doughnuts is proud to have been named a winner in the 2023 International Trade Club Awards, organised by East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce.
- [Support for School Fundraiser](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-school-fundraiser/) - We were contacted recently by St Gabriel's CE Primary School in Blackburn. Its year 6 pupils were planning to put on a school production, which would also include activities to raise funds for microphone headsets, lighting, and building a new school garden. We were happy to help and duly supplied some of our Ring Bake
- [Where Do You Eat Yours?](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/where-do-you-eat-yours/) - Quite often, we receive messages and kind reviews from customers who tell us that they've enjoyed our doughnuts, but it's not so often that people tell us where they've been enjoying them. But this week, we got an email from Nathan, who told us that he'd packed one of our Strawberry Jam Ring Bakes for
- [Support for Charity Sports Event](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-charity-sports-event/) - On 16 August, we were proud to donate a supply of Classic Mini Rings to the Old Boltonians Ladies Football Club as part of its efforts to raise funds for one of their members, Mich. She is currently battling cancer and the team is committed to supporting her on her road to recovery. The match
- [Make UK Manufacturing Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/make-uk-manufacturing-awards/) - We are pleased to announce that Simply Doughnuts has been named as a regional finalist in the Make UK Manufacturing Awards 2024. We made the shortlist in the Innovation category, based on our efforts to extend the shelf-lives of fresh doughnuts. Since our formation in 2012, we have been working to produce longer-lasting products that
- [Supporting Local Schools](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/supporting-local-schools/) - On 6 July, St Joseph’s RC Primary School in Darwen held a summer fun day in an effort to raise funds for new iPads and outdoor play equipment. The school’s PTFA had reached out to us ahead of the event to ask if we could donate some doughnuts to assist in these efforts, and we
- [MBE for Company Founder](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/mbe-for-company-founder/) - Congratulations to Shiraz Master from the whole team at Simply Doughnuts. Shiraz was awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list on 15 June 2024. The award cites his “services to the promotion of food and drink, to business and to philanthropy.”Our chair, Mike Wilson, passed on his own congratulations, saying “I’ve known and
- [Business Awards Sponsorship](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/business-awards-sponsorship/) - Simply Doughnuts was proud to be the sponsor of the Micro Business of the Year category in the 2024 Hyndburn Business Awards, which took place on 13 June at the Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel. The finalists in the category included: Lancashire Canine Academy KTZ Dance Michelle Farrell Online Business Management Samantha’s Clubhouse Simply Doughnuts chair, Mike
- [Family Charity 'Doughnation'](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/family-charity-doughnation/) - Daytrippers (Bolton) is a volunteer-led charity that supports families that have children with disabilities. It has been organising accessible trips since 2003. When one of its volunteers contacted us to ask if we would support a fund-raising event – its “21st Birthday Ball” – we were only too happy to help. We donated a supply
- [British Business Awards Finalist](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/british-business-awards-finalist/) - We are pleased to announce that Simply Doughnuts has been named as a finalist in the 2024 British Business Awards. We made the shortlist in the Small Business of the Year category. Our award entry emphasised our ongoing efforts to introduce longer-lasting products to the retail industry and their impact on minimising both food waste
- [Walking Group "Doughnation"](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/walking-group-doughnation/) - In May, we supplied some of our individually wrapped Ring Bake doughnuts to a North West walking group, hoping to gather some useful feedback. The group members took them on a 14km walk from Elterwater in the Lake District. The doughnuts made a welcome addition to the walkers’ packed lunches and the feedback was generally
- [Shortlisting for 2024 Grocer Gold Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/shortlisting-for-2024-grocer-gold-awards/) - We’re delighted to announce that for the second time in three years, Simply Doughnuts has been named as a finalist for the Grocer Gold Awards in the ‘Waste Not Want Not’ category. We received our official notification on 10th May. The full list of award categories and finalists can be seen here on the 2024
- [Finalist - Food Management Today Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-food-management-today-awards/) - We're delighted to announce that our Ring Bake Doughnuts have been shortlisted in the 'Best Bakery Product' category of the 2024 Food Management Today Awards. The full list of finalists can be seen on the Food Management Today website. (Opens in a new tab.) The shortlisting followed our official submission in November and the testing
- [Fundraising for Cancer Charity](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/fundraising-for-cancer-charity/) - At the end of March, we pledged to support four members of Tesco’s supply chain team who will be raising funds for the Brain Tumor Charity in May 2024.
- [Supporting Blackburn Food Bank](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/supporting-blackburn-food-bank/) - On 25 March, we donated 144 tubs of doughnuts to Blackburn Food Bank in support of its Easter Treat food parcels. The organisation helps tackle hunger across Blackburn with Darwen.
- [Committed to Waste Reduction](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/committed-to-waste-reduction/) - On 14 March 2024, Simply Doughnuts signed a letter of commitment to support the principles and delivery of the UK Food Waste Reduction Roadmap. The Roadmap is designed by IDG and the waste-minimisation charity WRAP - 'The Waste and Resources Action Programme'. It provides a structure through which UK retailers, food manufacturers, hospitality and food
- [Food Bank Donation](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/food-bank-donation/) - In mid-December, we received an enquiry from Blackburn Foodbank, a charity that provides vital help for people in crisis, including those struggling with the cost of living. Its office manager Rachel Massey asked whether we would be prepared to provide some free stock to help the organisation produce festive Christmas parcels for the families that
- [Season's  Greetings from Simply Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/seasons-greetings-from-simply-doughnuts/) - Season's Greetings from Simply Doughnuts, and a short round-up of some key developments over the course of 2023.
- [Fireworks Fundraiser](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/fireworks-fundraiser/) - In November, the Simply Doughnuts team organised the delivery of 300 free tubs of Classic Mini Rings to support a school fundraising event, organised by the Home Farm School Association and Prettygate Schools in Colchester. The event - the "Big Bang Family Fireworks Night" - featured mini fairground rides, drinks and a barbecue, as well
- [AA+ Rating from BRC Global Standards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/aa-rating-from-brc-global-standards/) - In September 2023, Simply Doughnuts earned an AA+ rating from BRC Global Standards, continuing the AA-rated accreditation that it has held since 2018.
- [Craft Bakers Association](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/craft-bakers-association/) - We're pleased to announce that Simply Doughnuts has become a member of the Craft Bakers Association. Established in 1887, the CBA hosts numerous industry events and assists manufacturers with a host of issues, such as employment law, staff training and food safety. It operates across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands. It also
- [New Ring Bake Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/new-ring-bake-doughnuts/) - Simply Doughnuts is proud to announce the launch of its new range of Ring Bake doughnuts. They are available in a choice of flavours: Banana Glaze with Cocoa Sprinkles Cocoa Cream filling Cocoa Glaze Strawberry Glaze Strawberry Jam filling Individually foil-wrapped for freshness, they offer shelf-lives of around 5 months (150 days). As a result, they
- [Our 'Doughnation' to Sue Ryder](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-doughnation-to-sue-ryder/) - This year, National Doughnut Week fell between 20th and 28th May and, because it’s a charitable event, we marked the occasion by donating a supply of doughnuts to the Sue Ryder Neurological Care Centre in Fulwood, Lancashire. A national charity, Sue Ryder supports people who are living with a terminal illness or a neurological condition,
- [National Bakery Awards 2023](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/national-bakery-awards-2023/) - On 4 May 2023, the hosts of the National Bakery Awards declared Simply Doughnuts one of its county winners, according us the title of 'Best Bakery in Lancashire.' The full list of county winners can be seen here. As a county winner, we will now be put forward into the regional heats - the winners
- [ISM Expo – A Useful Visit](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/ism-expo-a-useful-visit/) - Towards the end of April, we visited ISM 2023, which is billed as the world’s largest trade fair for sweets and snacks. This year, it took place in Cologne, Germany, between 23rd and 25th April. It featured around 1200 exhibitors and we were among an estimated 25,000 food industry professionals who visited. We made the
- [Diversity and Inclusion Award 2023](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/diversity-and-inclusion-award-2023/) - On the evening of 22nd March 2023, Simply Doughnuts was named the winner of the Diversity & Inclusion Award category in the annual Business Champion Awards. The event took place at East Wintergarden at Canary Wharf in London. To reach the finals, every business had submitted a detailed entry and then made a formal presentation
- [Sharing Our Experience of Trade Missions](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/sharing-our-experience-of-trade-missions/) - As many customers may know, we recently took part in a trade mission to the Gulfood Exhibition in Dubai. It was an exciting opportunity for us to meet new clients and other contacts, and to invite visitors to sample our products. As with our previous visits to the Gulf States, we received invaluable help from
- [Export Award Winner](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/export-award-winner/) - On Thursday 9 February, judges at the 2023 Food Manufacture Excellence Awards announced Simply Doughnuts as the winner of the Export Award. The event, which was held at the London Hilton Bankside, attracted food industry businesses from across Britain and featured a total of 17 categories. Naming Simply Doughnuts as the winner in the Export
- [Gulfood Exhibition, Dubai](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/gulfood-exhibition-dubai/) - We’ve been working closely with the Department of International Trade over recent months. We’ve already taken part in two missions to the Gulf States, starting with a trip to Qatar in June 2022. At the time, we visited as part of a trade delegation supported by DIT’s Great British Food Programme. We’ve been making rapid
- [Business Champion Awards 2023](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/business-champion-awards-2023/) - Simply Doughnuts has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2023 Business Champion Awards, in two categories: the Innovation Award and the Diversity and Inclusion Award. Our nomination for the Innovation category was based on our continuing efforts to extend product shelf lives with a view to minimising food waste and retailers’ losses. It also
- [Hiking Group Donation](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/hiking-group-donation/) - On Christmas Day 2022, we supported Muslim Hikers with a donation of doughnuts for a party of 200 walkers, who ascended Mar Tor in the Peak District. This was the second time in 2022 that we had assisted the group, which promotes diversity, physical activity and an appreciation for the great outdoors. The previous occasion
- [Finalist: Food Manufacture Excellence Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-food-manufacture-excellence-awards/) - Just a few days after hearing that we'd made the finals of the International Trade Awards, we also received news that Simply Doughnuts had been shortlisted for two award categories in the 2023 Food Manufacture Excellence Awards. We are one of the contenders for the Export Award and for the title of 'Ambient Manufacturing Company
- [Finalist: International Trade Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/finalist-international-trade-awards/) - On 7th November, Insider Media Ltd announced the finalists in various categories of its 2022 North West International Trade Awards. Simply Doughnuts made the shortlist in two categories: The Emerging Exporter Award (sponsored by the Department for International Trade); and The Growth in New Markets Award The awards evening itself will be held at The
- [Reducing Energy Costs In-Store](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/reducing-energy-costs-in-store/) - Fresh doughnuts that maintain a long shelf-life at ambient temperatures can deliver significant energy savings for retailers. This article explains how.
- [Minimising Fuel Costs in the Supply Chain](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/minimising-fuel-costs-in-the-supply-chain/) - Fuel costs have been extremely volatile since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and, with no clear end to the conflict in sight, we’re doing all we can do minimise journeys and the consequent costs of fuel. This is important to our retail clients. The better we can insulate ourselves against the rising cost of diesel
- [The Grocer New Product Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/the-grocer-new-product-awards/) - Simply Doughnuts has been shortlisted as a finalist in The Grocer New Product Awards 2022, in the Cakes and Biscuits category. We secured our place in the finals on the strength of our new Vanilla Flavour Mini Doughnuts, which we launched this year. The Grocer Awards are one of the industry’s most respected accolades and,
- [Baking Industry Awards - Finalist](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/baking-industry-awards-finalist/) - We are pleased to announce that Simply Doughnuts has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2022 Baking industry Awards, under the 'Sustainable Initiative of the Year' category. The full list of categories, with links to all named finalists, can be found here on the BIA website. The 'Sustainable Initiative of the Year' award is
- [Food & Drink Federation Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/food-drink-federation-awards/) - Simply Doughnuts was shortlisted under 2 categories of the Food & Drink Federation Awards 2022: Business Resilience and Product Innovation.
- [Making the BIBAs Finals](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/making-the-bibas-finals/) - Simply Doughnuts reached the finals of the 2022 Be Inspired Business Awards in 2 categories: Global Business / Green Business of the Year.
- [Celebrating the Jubilee](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/celebrating-the-jubilee/) - On 4 June, Blackburn Youth Zone held a Family Fun Day to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. We donated 70 cartons of fresh doughnuts to support the event.
- [Sustainability Improvements](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/sustainability-improvements/) - A little while ago, we worked with the environmental sustainability specialist, ENWORKS, to examine all aspects of our work, including everything from production operations to office tasks, procurement and logistics. As a result of that work, we made a series of important changes. We found new efficiencies in our manufacturing processes, which helped to reduce
- [Shortlisting for 2 Awards (BIBAs)](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/shortlisting-for-2-awards-bibas/) - On 30 May, the hosts of the 2022 Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs) announced that Simply Doughnuts had been shortlisted for two categories: Green Business of the Year, and Global Business of the Year. All entrants’ submissions are scored before the shortlisting decisions are made. In her notification email, Babs Murphy, chief executive of North
- [Doughnuts in the News](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/doughnuts-in-the-news/) - In September last year, our collaborative project with Bobby’s Foods won the product Launch of the Year category in the 2021 Retail Industry Awards. The original news item can be read here.In the months that have followed, our work together has gone from strength to strength. In 2021, the award was given for the Classic
- [Tesco 2022 Business Update Event](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/tesco-2022-business-update-event/) - On Thursday 9th June, a team from Simply Doughnuts attended Tesco’s 2022 Business Update event in London. The event was a great opportunity for suppliers – their senior management, accounts teams and strategic sales and marketing staff – to learn about Tesco’s latest innovations and priorities. Group CEO Ken Murphy (pictured right) spoke about Tesco’s vision and
- [Hiking Group 'Doughnation'](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/hiking-group-doughnation/) - On Sunday 15th May 2022, we supported Muslim Hikers with a donation of doughnuts for its 130-strong group of walkers. They were climbing Cadair Idris in the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. The group hosts organised walks in North West England, North Wales and elsewhere, and has a steadily growing membership. It promotes diversity,
- [Simply Doughnuts Wins Sustainability & Ethics Award](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-wins-sustainability-ethics-award/) - On the evening of Thursday 5 May, members of the Simply Doughnuts team attended the ‘Made in the North West Awards’ at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester. We were finalists in the Sustainable / Ethical Manufacturer award category so we were naturally delighted when the judges announced Simply Doughnuts as the winner. Our operations manager
- [Special Jubilee Packaging](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/special-jubilee-packaging/) - To commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, the country’s longest-reigning monarch, we have introduced new, special edition packaging for some of our best-known products. Pictured, for example, is the new-edition label for our popular Classic Mini Rings, temporarily re-styled as our “Jubilee Mini Rings.” “We’ve enjoyed introducing the new Jubilee packaging,” said Simply
- [Shortlisting for Waste-Reduction Award](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/shortlisting-for-waste-reduction-award/) - On 27th April, we received notification from The Grocer Gold Awards that Simply Doughnuts had been shortlisted as a finalist in the Waste Not Want Not category. The award celebrates companies that have made important progress in reducing waste – whether that waste takes the form of food, ingredients or other materials, or commodities such
- [Product Launch of the Year](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/product-launch-of-the-year/) - On the night of 21st September, we were delighted to hear that, a little over a year since we began our relationship with Bobby’s Foods, the company had picked up the ‘Product Launch of the Year’ award at the 2021 Retail Industry Awards. Bobby’s was named winner of the Grocery category in recognition of the
- [Doughnuts at the Movies](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/doughnuts-at-the-movies/) - We may only be a few months into it, but 2022 is proving to be a big year for Simply Doughnuts. For example, we’ve recently opened up a number of important new export markets, including Germany and several Gulf states. And interestingly, the opportunities aren’t just restricted to major supermarkets, distributors and wholesalers. A potentially
- [Shortlisted for Made in the North West 2022](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/shortlisted-for-made-in-the-north-west-2022/) - On 31st March 2022, Insider Media announced that Simply Doughnuts had made the finals of the Made in the North West manufacturing awards 2022. We have been shortlisted in the Sustainable / Ethical Manufacturer Award category, on the strength of our waste-saving innovations and investments, and our efforts to create training and employment opportunities for
- [Supporting Cash for Kids Fundraiser](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/supporting-cash-for-kids-fundraiser/) - Lancashire-based Farleys Solicitors LLP are regular supporters of worthy causes and on Friday 11 March, they held a St. Patrick’s Days event to raise funds for Cash for Kids. As part of their planning for the event, they had previously contacted us and asked if we would be able to support them by providing prizes
- [Rising Fuel Costs: How Longer Shelf-Lives Help](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/rising-fuel-costs-how-longer-shelf-lives-help/) - The rising costs of fuel and energy have been big news lately, and all the indicators suggest that prices are only going to get higher in the months ahead. For retailers, this presents a problem in terms of pricing and profitability, but it’s a problem that long shelf-lives can help to solve. Refrigeration Costs Our
- [Our New-Look Website](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-new-look-website/) - As you may have noticed, we have given the Simply Doughnuts website an overhaul. It went live on 1st March 2022. Our aim was to create a site that better reflected our uniqueness, and our increasing scale and capacity. We also wanted it to give a clearer sense of our ethos. As a result, we
- [Shortlisting for a New Innovation Award](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/shortlisting-for-a-new-innovation-award/) - On 8th February, we received an email from the organisers of the North West FSB ‘Celebrating Small Business Awards 2022,’ confirming that we had been shortlisted for the Business and Product Innovation Award category. The North West final will take place on Friday 11th March at The Midland Hotel in Manchester. A full list of
- [Visit by Bobby’s Foods](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/visit-by-bobbys-foods/) - For well over a year now, we’ve had a productive partnership with Bobby’s Foods; a relationship that has been producing excellent results. Back in September 2021, for example, the company won the ‘Product Launch of the Year’ award at the 2021 Retail Industry Awards, as we explained in a news post at the time. The award related
- [Queen’s Award for Enterprise - Trophy](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/queens-award-for-enterprise-trophy/) - On 5th November, we received a welcome parcel. It contained our Queen’s Award trophy, and a certificate signed by both the Prime Minister and Her Majesty the Queen. With the trophy came a kind letter from Lord Shuttleworth, Lord Lieutenant of Lancashire who, if had not been for the Covid-19 pandemic, would have made the
- [Simply Doughnuts Shortlisted for 2014 E3 Business Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-shortlisted-for-2014-e3-business-awards/) - Blackburn based doughnut manufacturer, Simply Doughnuts has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2014 E3 Business Awards, which will be held at the Reebok Stadium in Bolton on 18th September. The company, which manufacturers an array of mouth-watering flavoured doughnuts for wholesalers, retailers and professional caterers across the North West, was selected from amongst
- [Continuing Our Community Support](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/continuing-our-community-support/) - At Simply Doughnuts, we believe in supporting our local and regional communities. As our regular Twitter followers will know, we routinely sponsor the E3 North West Business Awards and the E3 Business Expo, both of which are dedicated to using business as a way to build bridges between people from different backgrounds and communities. More
- [Championing Covid Response Measures](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/championing-covid-response-measures/) - Simply Doughnuts is one of a number of British businesses that the government’s Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has approached, asking us to spread the word about the support that’s available to businesses during the period of the coronavirus pandemic. The following is an extract from a formal statement by BEIS: Coronavirus Business
- [Simply Doughnuts Wins the Queen’s Award for Innovation](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-wins-the-queens-award-for-innovation/) - Simply Doughnuts is delighted to report that it has been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the category of Innovation. The decision was formally announced by the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy on 21st April 2020. Now in their 54th year, the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious business
- [Supporting the NHS](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/supporting-the-nhs/) - In May 2020, we were approached by an NHS mental health nurse from East Lancashire who said she wanted to mark Mental Health Awareness Week by “spreading random acts of kindness amongst the teams and families we support.” The NHS teams in question provide front-line services for families in East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen,
- [Innovation Award in Food Manufacturing 2020: Another Win for Simply Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/innovation-award-in-food-manufacturing-2020-another-win-for-simply-doughnuts/) - Not long after being named a winner of the Queens Award for Enterprise in Innovation, we’ve picked up another prestigious business award. In October, we received news that we’d won the Innovation Award in Food Manufacturing 2020. The accolade is part of the 2020 Northern Enterprise Awards, which are organised each year by SME News.
- [Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2021](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/food-manufacture-excellence-awards-2021/) - To round off a year in which we’ve already won the 2020 Queen’s Award for Enterprise (in Innovation) and the Innovation Award in Food Manufacturing 2020, we’ve also been announced as a finalist in the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2021. Simply Doughnuts is a finalist in the Bakery Manufacturing Company of the Year category. The
- [Doughnut Manufacturer of the Year](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/doughnut-manufacturer-of-the-year/) - In the final days of 2020 - a year in which we’d already won several awards including the Queen’s Award for Enterprise - we picked up yet another. On 17th December, we heard that we’d been named Doughnut Manufacturer of the Year in the 2020/2021 Prestige Awards for Manchester & North West England. The award
- [Two More Awards for Simply Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/two-more-awards-for-simply-doughnuts/) - On 11th February, we attended a virtual business awards event: the Food Manufacture Excellence Awards 2021. We were shortlisted for the Bakery Manufacturing Company of the Year category back in November, so we were delighted to be announced as the winner on the night. Better still, later that same evening, we were announced as the
- [Food Waste in the News](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/food-waste-in-the-news/) - On 8th April, Bakery & Snacks magazine published an article featuring research from the food waste-minimisation specialist Too Good to Go. It highlighted the alarming levels of waste produced within the bakery sector and identified some of the principal reasons why foods get thrown away uneaten. According to the research, 33% of respondents reported that
- [Stop Food Waste Day](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/stop-food-waste-day/) - Special ‘international days’ are great tools for raising awareness about important issues, and two of them appeared on the calendar for April 2021. The first was Earth Day on 22 April, which set out to promote and celebrate efforts to improve sustainability and reduce our collective impact on the planet. Food Waste in the Air
- [Celebrating Doughnut Week at Birchwood Park](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/celebrating-doughnut-week-at-birchwood-park/) - In the week before National Doughnut Week (11 to 18 May) we received an enquiry from Birchwood Park in Warrington, a business park that’s home to over 165 enterprises. The management team wanted to celebrate by giving out doughnuts to the staff working at the park. We were, of course, delighted to help, and quickly
- [UK Driver Shortages and the Benefits of Long-Life Products](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/uk-driver-shortages-and-the-benefits-of-long-life-products/) - At the beginning of July 2021, British newspapers and trade magazines ran stories about how a national shortage of HGV drivers has been causing severe supply chain disruption across the UK. On 1st July, for example, The Grocer wrote that “A host of major food and drink manufacturers have issued warnings to their retail and
- [Simply Doughnuts Takes Food and Drink Award 2021](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-takes-food-and-drink-award-2021/) - At the end of July, Simply Doughnuts added another prestigious award to its growing collection. The 2021 Made in the North West Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 28 July at the Lowry Hotel in Salford. During the event, judges announced Simply Doughnuts as the winner of the Food & Drink Award category.
- [Baking Industry Awards 2021 - Finalist](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/baking-industry-awards-2021-finalist/) - On 13th August, we heard that Simply Doughnuts had been named as a finalist in the Baking Industry Awards 2021. The event is organised by the well-known British Baker magazine. We were shortlisted under the Team of the Year category. Besides the usual award submission form, finalists are also selected on the basis of a
- [A ‘Doughnation’ for the NHS](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/a-doughnation-for-the-nhs/) - Since the easing of lockdown restrictions, the Covid pandemic might not have captured quite so many headlines as it once did, but staff in the NHS continue to battle with it, and to help people with countless other health conditions, too. That’s why, when we were approached recently by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, we were
- [A Win at the Baking Industry Awards](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/a-win-at-the-baking-industry-awards/) - On the evening of 21st October 2021, members of the Simply Doughnuts team attended the Baking Industry Awards at the Royal Lancaster hotel in London. We had entered under the Team of the Year category and we were naturally delighted to be announced as the winners. The Awards featured 13 categories in all, and had
- [Long-Life Solution to Energy & Transport Costs](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/long-life-solution-to-energy-transport-costs/) - British retailers and distributors are facing significant commercial pressures this autumn. For one thing, there’s a marked shortage of HGV drivers that is hampering logistical operations and forcing up the associated labour costs. For another, the cost of fuel for road vehicles is rising sharply, adding further to businesses’ expenses. In conjunction with this, energy
- [A Royal Reception](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/a-royal-reception/) - On the evening of Wednesday 10th November 2021, our MD, Shiraz Master attended a royal reception at Windsor Castle, hosted by HRH The Prince of Wales. The event took place to recognise the winners of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2020 and 2021. Simply Doughnuts won last year under the category of Innovation. The
- [Support for NHS Neurology Unit](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/support-for-nhs-neurology-unit/) - We were recently contacted by a clinical support worker at the Acute Neurology Unit at Salford Royal Foundation Trust. Part of NHS Northern Care Alliance, the unit supports patients with neurological conditions from across Greater Manchester. Each year, staff like to give out a small collection of presents to patients who have to spend Christmas
- [Doughnuts for Xmas Charity Drive-Through](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/doughnuts-for-xmas-charity-drive-through/) - A few short weeks before Christmas, we received a letter from Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service, asking if we would be able to support a forthcoming charitable event. Station Manager Ian Nelson wrote to tell us about a drive-through Santa Experience that was to be held on 11th December at Preston Fire Station. Organised by
- [Supporting Cancer Awareness and Treatment](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/supporting-cancer-awareness-and-treatment/) - On 14th December, Preston Muslim Girls High School held an event designed to raise awareness of breast cancer. Staff and pupils wanted to do something to support the needs of people who are suffering from the disease and families that have been affected by it, and to support ongoing efforts to detect and treat it.
- [Season's Greetings](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/seasons-greetings/) - Here's a short video message from everyone here at Simply Doughnuts. https://youtu.be/6F0oP7UDL-c
- [Promoting More Ethical Business](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/promoting-more-ethical-business/) - In January 2022, keen to do more to promote corporate social responsibility, Simply Doughnuts announced its membership of Sedex. Sedex is a global, not-for-profit membership organisation that is home to one of the world’s largest collaborative platforms for sharing data on supply chains. It is used by more than 38,000 members in over 150 countries
- [Simply Doughnuts Awarded AA Rating Again](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts-awarded-aa-rating-again/) - In January 2022, we received official notice from Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards (BRCGS) that Simply Doughnuts had again been awarded a top AA rating. BRCGS - formerly known as the British Retail Consortium - delivered its rating following detailed site inspections. Founded in the UK, the organisation operates internationally and notes that it operates

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- [Home](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/) - Simply Doughnuts is a multi-award-winning UK manufacturer of tasty, fresh doughnuts that offer long shelf-lives in ambient conditions. Rated AA by BRCGS.
- [Contact us](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/contact-us/) - Simply Doughnuts is based in Blackburn, Lancashire in the UK. All our contact details are here.
- [Timeline](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/timeline/) - Timeline 2012Company formedSALSA accredited10% recyclable packaging2013R&D extends shelf-lives to 14 daysClassic Mini Rings launched40% recyclable packaging2016Shelf life extended to 22 days (Classic Mini Rings)New recipe with 10% less sugarInvestment in semi-automated equipment2018Shelf life extended to 30 days (Classic Mini Rings)New recipe with 10% less saltBRC / BRCGS accreditation2020Queen's Award for Enterprise (Innovation)Northern Enterprise Awards: Innovation
- [Our Doughnut Range](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-range/) - Simply Doughnuts offers four ranges: our Classic Mini Rings, individually wrapped Ring Bakes, our lower-sugar Protein Doughnuts, and Glazed Mini Rings.
- [Cocoa Glazed Mini Ring Doughnut](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/cocoa-glazed-mini-ring-doughnut/) - These bite-size Glazed Mini Ring Doughnuts are steamed, then baked, and topped with a cocoa flavour coating. Sold in family packs of 15, they have a 5-month shelf-life.
- [Classic Mini Ring Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/classic-mini-ring-doughnuts/) - Our Classic Mini Rings are a purist's pleasure. Soft, fresh, yeasty dough, finely sprinkled with sugar… a simple yet delicious take-home treat. 7 per pack.
- [Strawberry Glazed Mini Ring Doughnut](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/strawberry-glazed-mini-ring-doughnut/) - Our Strawberry Glazed Mini Ring Doughnuts last 5 months in ambient conditions and are sold in resealable family pack pouches. (15 bite-size doughnuts per pack.)
- [Protein Doughnuts Triple Choc](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/protein-doughnuts-triple-choc/) - Our Triple Choc Protein Doughnut contains 11.25g of protein and no added sugar. Great taste with no compromise. (Ambient with 9-month shelf-life.)
- [Protein Doughnuts Hazelnut Swirl](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/protein-doughnuts-hazelnut-swirl/) - Our 'Hazelnut Swirl' flavour Protein Doughnut contains 11.25g of protein and no added sugar. Great taste with no compromise. (Ambient with 9-month shelf-life.)
- [Protein Doughnuts Cookies & Cream](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/protein-doughnuts-cookies-cream/) - Our 'Cookies & Cream' flavour Protein Doughnut contains 11.25g of protein and no added sugar. Great taste with no compromise. (Ambient with 9-month shelf-life.)
- [Strawberry Jam Ring Bake](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/strawberry-jam-ring-bake/) - Our Strawberry Jam Ring Bake is a delicious baked doughnut, filled with fresh strawberry jam. Individually wrapped, it stays fresh for 5 months in ambient conditions.
- [Cocoa Cream Ring Bake](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/cocoa-cream-ring-bake/) - Our Cocoa Cream Ring Bake is a tasty baked doughnut with a luxurious cocoa cream filling. Individually wrapped, it stays fresh for 5 months in ambient conditions.
- [Reviews](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/reviews/) - Read unprompted reviews and comments from our customers.
- [Our Policies](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-policies/) - Our policies on site use, privacy and data protection.
- [Business Awards for  Simply Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/business-awards-for-simply-doughnuts/) - We have numerous awards for innovation, sustainability, team-building and ethics. These include a 2020 Queen's Award for Enterprise (Innovation).
- [Our Doughnut Range - backup](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-range-july-2025/) - Simply Doughnuts offers four ranges: our Classic Mini Rings, individually wrapped Ring Bakes, our lower-sugar Protein Doughnuts, and Glazed Mini Rings.
- [Home back-up July 2025](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/home-2/) - brand... Delicious fresh doughnuts with very long shelf-lives for parties... Or the perfect on-the-go treat extended shelf-life doughnuts. We’re based in Lancashire and we have a passion forinnovative, great-tasting food. Find out more… AWARDS INTERNATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY FOR RETAILERS CASE STUDIES Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore
- [Banana Glazed Mini Ring Doughnuts](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/banana-glazed-mini-ring-doughnut/) - Sold in family packs of 15, these bite-size mini doughnuts are topped with a delicious banana flavour glaze. They have a 5 month shelf-life in ambient conditions.
- [About Us](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/simply-doughnuts/) - Simply Doughnuts is AA-rated by BRCGS and has numerous awards for innovation, ethics & sustainability. We reduce retailers' risks of waste-related losses.
- [Case Studies](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/case-studies/) - Case Studies Simply Doughnuts: Other Markets Simply Doughnuts’ products are sold in many different settings: supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores, garage forecourts, catering outlets and more. In this section, we show just some of the many ways in which our products are adding value to the customer experience. Meal Deal OffersRing Bake doughnuts can be refrigerated
- [For Retailers](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/for-retailers/) - Lasting 40 days, our doughnuts minimise risks of waste-related losses. They require no freezing, thawing or preparation so they save on energy and staff time.
- [Sustainability in Action](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/sustainability-in-action/) - Our products' long lives minimise food waste but we do more. Read about our efforts to cut road-miles, energy & water use, and divert all waste from landfill.
- [Our Doughnut Range - old](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-range-old-2-products/) - The Simply Doughnuts range includes Classic Mini Rings & new Ring Bakes, available in 5 mouth-watering flavours. Shelf lives: 40 days & 5 months respectively.
- [Our Range - pre 2023](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/our-range-old/) - A list of our fresh, long-lasting doughnuts, available in several flavours & sold in handy re-sealable cartons. (New product development available on request.)
- [News](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/news/) - News featuring Simply Doughnuts, food waste initiatives, business awards, charity support and more.
- [International Retail Markets](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/international-retail-markets/) - Simply Doughnuts has aa global supply network & sells to Europe, the Gulf States & beyond. We can produce bespoke products & packaging for specific markets.
- [Cookies Policy](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/cookies-policy/) - Cookies Policy “Like most websites, this site makes use of cookies. These are small, temporary data files that are used to improve your experience of the site and to give us feedback on the way that users interact with the site (i.e. via Google Analytics.)These cookies cannot be used to identify you. We do not
- [Privacy Policy](https://simplydoughnuts.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy At Simply Doughnuts Ltd, your personal privacy is important to us. This notice explains how we collect, store, manage, process, and protect your personal information. It lets you know the types of information we might hold, how and where we’ll use it once it’s been collected, and how we will keep it safe.
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