Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes in Yorkshire
Established in 2010, Quite Contrary Cakes is a boutique cake design studio specialising in bespoke wedding and celebration cakes across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the North East. Founded by award-winning cake decorator Mary Scott, our creations combine artistic flair with technical precision, using premium ingredients to deliver visually stunning and delicious results. With a decade of experience in the hospitality industry and firsthand knowledge of event planning, we prioritise client collaboration, offering free consultations to translate individual ideas into custom designs. Each cake is handcrafted in our Tadcaster studio, reflecting our commitment to quality, attention to detail, and passion for creating unforgettable centrepieces for life's special moments. 
Services
Wedding Cakes
Celebration Cakes
Bespoke Designs
Free Consultations
Delivery Services
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of hospitality industry expertise and event planning insight.
- Our bespoke designs incorporate personal themes, hobbies, and colour schemes.
- We use only premium, fresh ingredients for exceptional taste and quality.
- Free consultations ensure your vision is fully understood and realised.
- We deliver to prestigious venues across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the North East.
What people say
Showstopping designs
Exceptional taste
Professional service
Personalised approach
Unforgettable creations
Services
Wedding Cakes
Our bespoke wedding cakes are tailored to your theme, colour scheme, or personal preferences. Using premium ingredients, we create edible art that complements your venue and style. Each design undergoes a consultation process to ensure perfection on your special day.
Celebration Cakes
From birthdays to anniversaries, our celebration cakes transform your ideas into edible masterpieces. We incorporate hobbies, TV themes, or elegant details into multi-tiered designs, ensuring freshness and visual impact for any milestone.
Bespoke Designs
We specialise in translating unique concepts into custom cake designs. Whether inspired by Disney, hobbies, or minimalist aesthetics, our team ensures meticulous attention to detail and structural integrity in every handcrafted creation.
Free Consultations
Our complimentary consultations discuss your vision, budget, and design options. This collaborative process ensures your cake aligns with your event's theme while addressing practical considerations like portion sizes and delivery logistics.
Delivery Services
We deliver to venues across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the North East. Cakes are transported securely and assembled on-site to maintain presentation standards, ensuring your centrepiece arrives flawless and ready for display.
People
Mary Scott
Owner & Lead Cake Decorator
Award-winning cake decorator with a decade in hospitality. Founded Quite Contrary Cakes in 2010 after event planning experience. Specialises in translating client visions into edible art using premium ingredients and meticulous techniques.
Questions
What types of cakes do you create?
We specialise in bespoke wedding cakes and celebration cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, christenings, and other special occasions.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, we provide free consultations to discuss your design ideas, budget, and specific requirements for your event.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and the North East, including venues like Harrogate, Leeds, and York.
How are prices determined?
Prices depend on size, design complexity, and ingredients. Single-tier cakes start at £140, with multi-tier options available.
What ingredients do you use?
We use premium, fresh ingredients to ensure exceptional taste and quality in every handcrafted cake we create.
Can you accommodate specific themes?
Yes, we incorporate themes, hobbies, colour schemes, and personal elements into custom designs to match your vision.
