Residents fondly recall Warrington’s Memory Lane Cakes, sharing sweet memories of the bakery’s impact on their lives.
Lisamarie Kinney’s mom worked there. She’d smell amazing after work, and discount cakes came home often. The car always smelled so sweet.
Julie Mok loved the “Memory Lane” smell. Boxes of broken biscuits were a treat, and jam rolls also brought joy. It was more than a job.
Jenny Lythgoe loved working there. She made friends and had good times. The bakery had a great vibe and atmosphere. Family ties were key.
Karen Lesley Hill’s grandpa worked there. He worked there for over twenty years. He always smelled lovely coming home.
Andrea Claire Lewis walked past it to school. Chocolate cake Tuesday smelled amazing. The bakery was part of her childhood.
Jane Avery Rowlinson said it’s in her family’s past. Many relatives worked at Memory Lane. It had deep roots in the area.
Joseph Hitchmough passed it on the school bus. The cake smells were always amazing. Lynda Hallett joked about the smell; it lingered even after a bath.
The smells painted a picture of a bakery town. The smells were a huge part of daily life. But not everyone loved it all the time.
Mariejane Ginjuice lived next door. Some summer smells made her feel sick. Most people feel good about the old place.
Kris Newsham said people would go back. It seems like people would work there again, and even those outside have fond memories.
Chris Mason waited for his mom in its lobby. He filled a box up with biscuits. Lee Bradbury’s mom brought treats home.
The bakery was not just a business. It’s a cherished part of the town. People loved it and its sweet smells.