Wigan pie-maker Baldy's Pies wins Supreme Champion at British Pie Awards 2026
Baldy’s Pies triumphs with a unique creation crowned Supreme Champion
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The Chicken Kiev Pie from Baldy’s Pies in Wigan has claimed the title of Supreme Champion at the British Pie Awards 2026 in Melton Mowbray.
The pie's victory at the 18th awards event highlights Baldy’s Pies as one of the UK's most revered pie-makers.
It beat 1,040 entries - a record number - to also win the Chicken & Vegetable/Herb Pie class.
Chief Judge praised the pie as “a beautifully crafted pie with a pastry lid topping of panko, parsley with a hint of garlic which makes the pie so interesting to look at."
Baldy’s based in Lancashire, Wigan has won 25 British Pie Awards.
The British Pie Awards judges more than 1,000 entries across different categories including Steak & Ale, Vegan, and Fusion Pies.
Baldy’s success means they will be invited to Japan for British Food Week in October at the Hankyu Department Store in Osaka.
Chairman of the Melton Pork Pie Association, Matthew O’Callaghan, said: “The British Pie Awards continue to showcase the remarkable depth of talent, passion and creativity within our baking industry.
"From time-honoured regional recipes to bold and contemporary flavour combinations, this year’s entries demonstrate just how firmly the pie remains at the heart of British food culture.
"As this year’s Supreme Champion, Baldy’s represents the very pinnacle of craftsmanship and innovation, a true celebration of quality ingredients, skill and dedication. It has been an immense pleasure to witness such extraordinary standards once again.”
The title of Supreme Champion transfers from the 2025 winner, Boghall Butchers, whose Kebab Pie was crowned with innovative flavours last year.