Bespoke buttercream wedding cakes, where taste is as memorable as design.

Two-tiered white cake decorated with pressed flowers including pansies, lavender, and various other colorful flowers, on a white cake stand surrounded by scattered flower petals, with a large bouquet of pink and purple flowers in the background.
A three-tier semi-naked wedding cake decorated with pink roses, white flowers, pinecones, and greenery, topped with a photo of a couple and a sign reading 'Mr & Mrs Grant'.
A white cylindrical cake decorated with a variety of pastel-colored flowers, including tulips and smaller purple and blue blossoms, placed on a decorative silver stand.

HOW I WORK

From semi-naked and textured cakes to smooth finishes and pressed flower designs, I create bespoke wedding cakes that reflect your style and your celebration. My approach is simple: every cake must taste as incredible as it looks. Flavour, texture, and quality are never compromised in the pursuit of a stunning final design.

Too often, wedding cakes are admired but not truly enjoyed - my cakes are made to be savoured, keeping people coming back for more.

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THE PROCESS

ENQUIRE TODAY

  • Planning your special day? I’d love to hear from you. Get in touch to check my availability for your wedding date and venue.

    At this stage, it’s helpful to know your approximate guest numbers and to share any inspiration images for your cake — the more detail, the better!

  • Now for the delicious part! I offer a tasting box of 8 cupcakes (up to 4 flavours of your choice from my menu) for £40. This cost will be deducted from your final cake total if you proceed with booking. Boxes can be collected from me to enjoy at home together.

  • Once you’re ready to go ahead, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your wedding date in my diary.

  • Around three months before your wedding, I’ll be in touch to confirm all the final details — including cake design, flavours, number of tiers, flowers, and any additional decorative elements.

  • Four weeks before your big day, I’ll send your final balance invoice. I’ll also request your venue and florist details so I can coordinate delivery, set-up, and any floral arrangements directly with them.

  • On the day itself, you can simply relax and enjoy. I’ll liaise with your venue and suppliers to deliver and set up your cake, ensuring everything is ready for that all-important moment — cutting the cake with your family and friends.

A three-tiered wedding cake decorated with light purple, white, and pastel pink roses, lavender, and small white flowers, set on a white table with a brown wooden background.
A tall white cake with a textured vertical stripe pattern, decorated with white roses and green foliage, on a round wooden cake stand with engraved lettering.

PRICING

Every wedding cake I create is bespoke, designed around your style, number of tiers, and any extra details.

As a guide, standard 2-tier semi-naked cakes start from £410. Final pricing, including delivery and set-up, will be confirmed once we’ve discussed your design and requirements.

Get in touch for a personalised quote - I’d love to hear about your plans!

Two-tiered cake with white frosting topped with pink and white peony flowers and dark green leaves, set on a white cake board.

WHAT SIZE CAKE DO YOU NEED?

The size of your wedding cake depends on your guest numbers and how you plan to serve it. Wedding cake portions are typically smaller than celebration cake slices, so a cake can often serve more guests than you might expect.

As a general guide:

  • 2 tiers – serves approximately 85–95 guests

  • 3 tiers – serves approximately 140–150 guests

  • 4 tiers – serves approximately 150–160 guests


If you have a larger guest list, additional tiers or a combination of cake and extra kitchen-cut portions can easily be arranged.

Don’t worry if you’re unsure — once I know your guest numbers and venue details, I’ll recommend the best option to suit your day.

A white, textured, tiered wedding cake adorned with peach, white, and pink flowers, small leaves, and gold accents, placed on a wooden cake stand with a rustic background of purple and white flowers.
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Choose your flavour

All cakes are baked to order with fresh, high-quality ingredients, where flavour and texture matter just as much as the final design. You can even pick a different flavour for each tier, so everyone gets to enjoy a delicious mix of options.

  • Simple vanilla sponge layered with vanilla buttercream

  • Chocolate sponge layered with smooth chocolate buttercream

  • Lemon sponge layered with zesty lemon buttercream

  • Traditional carrot cake layered with vanilla buttercream

  • Vanilla sponge layered with strawberry jam and vanilla buttercream

  • Zesty chocolate orange sponge layered with smooth chocolate buttercream

  • Lemon sponge studded with blueberries layered with zesty lemon buttercream

  • Classic red velvet cake layered with vanilla buttercream

  • Coffee & walnut sponge layered with chopped walnuts and coffee buttercream

  • Chocolate sponge layered with salted caramel buttercream

  • Spiced apple sponge layered with salted caramel buttercream

  • Lemon sponge soaked in elderflower syrup layered with lemon & elderflower buttercream

  • Vanilla sponge layered with raspberry jam & sweet white chocolate buttercream

  • Moist banana sponge layered with smooth chocolate buttercream

  • Chocolate sponge layered with cherry jam & vanilla buttercream

  • Moist banana sponge layered with biscoff buttercream

  • Lemon sponge layered with sweet white chocolate buttercream

LET'S TALK CAKE

 ”Very happy we chose Hester to bake our wedding cake! It was so nice having the testers come in cupcake form - we thoroughly enjoyed testing out all the flavours.

It turned out exactly how I'd envisioned it. Most importantly, it tasted divine and so many guests commented on how delicious it was!”

KATIE FARR

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have some questions? Please see the FAQs below, and if you can't find the answer - feel free to reach out!

  • I recommend getting in touch as soon as you have confirmed your wedding date and venue, as popular dates can book up quickly. I ask for a minimum of four weeks’ notice, although earlier is always best to avoid disappointment.

  • Simply fill out my contact form (or email) with as much detail as possible — including your wedding date, venue, guest numbers, and any design ideas or inspiration images. From there, we’ll chat through your plans and I’ll guide you through the next steps.

  • A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date. The remaining balance is then due 4 weeks before your wedding.

  • Each cake is bespoke, so pricing varies depending on the size, design and level of detail. As a guide, a two-tier semi-naked wedding cake starts from £410.

  • Absolutely. Fresh flowers are usually provided by your florist to ensure they match your wedding arrangements. I’ll liaise with them beforehand, and on the day I’ll safely arrange the flowers on your cake using food-safe materials.

  • I don’t provide cake stands or cutting knives. Your venue or caterer will usually be able to assist with this.

  • I can offer gluten-free and dairy-free options. However, as my kitchen handles all allergens, I cannot guarantee that any product is completely free from traces.

  • I offer a curated menu of flavours, all carefully developed to taste just as good as they look. Once you enquire, I’ll share the full list so you can choose your favourites for each tier.

  • Yes — you’re very welcome to choose a different flavour for each tier, which is a great way to offer a variety for your guests.

  • Yes — I offer sample boxes in the form of 8 cupcakes (up to 4 flavours of your choice from my menu) for £40. This cost is deducted from your final cake balance if you choose to book with me. Samples are collected from my kitchen in Alfold on a mutually agreed date.

  • This will depend on your guest numbers and your chosen design. I’ll guide you on the best size and number of tiers to ensure there’s plenty for everyone.

  • I specialise in bespoke buttercream wedding cakes. Designs can include semi-naked finishes, smooth or textured buttercream, pressed flowers, and elegant multi-tier cakes — all tailored to your style and the feel of your day.

  • Yes — I deliver and set up all wedding cakes at your venue to ensure everything is finished perfectly. Delivery is quoted separately depending on location.

  • Yes — I always get in touch with your venue (and planner, if you have one) beforehand to ensure delivery and set-up runs smoothly on the day.