Walkers Shortbread

The Walker’s story begins in 1898 when the twenty-one-year-old Joseph Walker opened the doors of his own bakery with a loan of £50 and the ambition to bake ‘The World’s Finest Shortbread’.

Whether it’s enjoying one of our traditional varieties or new products like our luxurious almond, ginger and chocolate covered shortbread, Walker’s reputation has continued to grow as new customers the world over discover the quality of our baking.

This has been recognised by industry over the years too, with Walker’s picking up numerous international accolades including five gold Mondiale medals and the Food from Britain Innovation Award.

Much has changed since Joseph Walker baked his first batch of biscuits over a century ago. But, although we’ve updated many of our methods and are constantly adding exciting products to our range, some things remain a constant; Joseph’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren have always remained true to that original ideal – to bake ‘The World’s Finest Shortbread’.

In fact, when the family opened another factory at Elgin to produce their popular new range of shortbreads and biscuits, it was only on the condition that they would continue using the finest ingredients: plump fruits, aromatic spices, chunks of real chocolate and wholesome nuts.