Holland’s Pies, a famous pie shop in Lancashire, has been serving pies with the same recipe since World War II.
The company started as a small bakery in 1851 and moved to a disused cotton mill in Baxenden in 1929, where it still operates today.
The success of Holland’s Pies is rooted in its Lancashire heritage and the loyalty of its “dedicated customers”.
Joanna Watling, the Head of Commercial at Holland’s, said: “Our secret traditional recipes and unique pastry date back to the Second World War, and these traditional recipes are still used today.
“But not only that, we possess a unique blend of tradition and innovation that defines both the brand and the region we work in. We’re proud of our heritage and we’re not afraid to shout out about it.
“Finally, we have a connection to our customers like no other due to our location and heritage.”
She also shared with LancsLive the importance of keeping the business in Lancashire and why the county has embraced the business so warmly.
She said: “Holland’s is steeped in history with over 172 years of heritage and expertise, our recipes have been passed down from generation to generation and are still enjoyed by Lancashire people and beyond today. The people here are loyal to their county and that is a sentiment we share wholeheartedly.
“We’re proud to be from Lancashire, and the people of Lancashire are proud to have had us here for so long.”
Not only are the pies enjoyed in households across the country, but football fans also devour them during games in their beloved stadiums.
Ms Watling said: “A pie at half-time is a staple, and for many it must be Holland’s. So it’s not only just about the incredible taste, it’s about the memories and timeless joy that comes with indulging in a classic Holland’s Pie.
“Lancashire is not just a place; it’s a source of inspiration. The history, warmth, humour, kindness, and beauty of our county create the perfect mix for pie-making.”
For King Charles’s Coronation, Holland’s Pies created a unique flavour, containing chicken, apricots, raisins, herbs and spices, plus dried prunes – a reference to Charles’s loved fruit, plums.
This was all combined in a Korma-style curry sauce and encased in Holland’s famous pastry.
