Two tier hand painted blue wedding cake, Wynyard Hall, Newcastle wedding cake

Award winning wedding cakes in Newcastle, Northumberland & Tyne & Wear

For couples who cherish bespoke design.

Where Contemporary Art Meets
Timeless Elegance

Working collaboratively with couples across the North East, I’m a multi award winning cake designer, who blends contemporary artistry, timeless elegance and mouth watering flavours to create edible centrepieces for your unique day.

My one of a kind cakes take centre stage at weddings and events in Newcastle, Northumberland, & across the North East, for those who cherish bespoke design and dream of a cake that will be remembered long after the last slice is eaten.

Cake cutting, The Byirs, Northumberland, Newcastle wedding cakes

Unique Cakes for special Moments

A wedding cake can play a special role in making your wedding day a unique and meaningful reflection of who you both are. It’s a statement piece that reflects your unique love story and enhances the beauty of your special day, leaving a lasting impression on you and your guests.

My work is inspired by you. Your vision, style, interests and individuality. I thoughtfully weave these elements into a one of a kind edible masterpiece, to ensure that every design is completely bespoke and unique to each couple.

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Exquisite Flavours

Your wedding cake should taste just as exceptional as it looks… it is for eating after all!

That’s why all of my recipes have been carefully developed and refined over years of testing to achieve a perfect balance of delicate, moist sponge, a melt in the mouth texture and beautifully layered flavours your guests will remember.

From timeless classics to contemporary flavour pairings, I will guide you through the options, and offer thoughtful recommendations, ensuring your cake feels just as considered and memorable on the inside as it does on the outside.

"The Dreamiest wedding cake we could have ever wished for. I was so amazed by it. The Talent you have is unmatched."
Rebecca
Newcastle, Healey Barn

Design Process

Four tier Autumn wedding cake, with handmade wafer paper flowers, Newton Hall Northumberland

Inspiration

As an artist, Inspiration can comes from unlimited sources to ensure my couples cake dreams become reality, but my main source of inspiration will always be you.  Your unique story, the elements you are naturally drawn to and the atmosphere you want to create on your special day all play a special role in defining the design of your special cake.

Hand painted three tier lilac wedding cake with pansies, The Byirs, Durham

Design

Designing is the most important step in the process. After our design consultation I will create a fully annotated sketch to help you visualise how your cake will look once delivered and set up at your venue, and together we will refine ideas until your cake feels unmistakably you.

Three tier white wedding cake, with handmade dog figurine ad wafer paper flowers, Horton Grange Country House

Realisation

I personally design, bake, decorate and set up every cake I create. I offer a personalised service by limiting my diary to a maximum of three cakes per month to ensure that every cake receives my full creative focus, and the care and love that it deserves. So that when you see your cake set up in your venue, it looks exactly how you dreamed it.

Meet the Cake Designer

I’m a passionate cake designer who believes every cake should be a unique piece of edible art. With over 20 years’ experience in art and design, I specialise in creating cakes that are beautifully crafted, thoughtfully designed, and deeply personal to your story.

I love working closely with my clients to create a centrepiece that feels truly special — and seeing your reaction on the day is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.

From our first conversation to the moment you see your cake, my focus is on creating a seamless, enjoyable experience and a design that feels unmistakably yours.

Caroline 🤍

Caroline Turnbull Sugar Art Cakery Newcastle
Wedding cake cutting, Ellingham Hall Northumberland, wedding cakes Newcastle

Who I work with

If you are getting married in the North East and want a cake that is as unique as your love story, I’m the cake artist for you!

My passion lies in creating one-of-a-kind pieces of edible art, thoughtfully designed and created entirely with you in mind. My couples view their wedding cake as not just a way of fulfilling tradition, but as a meaningful part of their day;  a representation of them in sugar!

I also make cakes for non-wedding celebrations, including anniversaries, christenings, birthdays and corporate events. and can offer vegan options in most flavours. Please get in touch to discuss your options.

"Caroline made us feel completely listened to and cared for. The design was beautiful, the details exceptional, and it tasted just as amazing"
Three tier white wedding cake, with handmade dog figurine ad wafer paper flowers, Horton Grange Country House
Heather & Cameron, Horton Grange
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