A NEW bakery production unit is to open in an area of former riverside warehouses in Malton.

Costello’s are opening in Navigation Wharf, near York House.

An area of former riverside warehouses, Navigation Wharf is being developed by Fitzwilliam Estate as a second phase of food production units now that the first phase at Talbot Yard is almost fully let.

Costello’s will be the first to open there and the new production unit will allow more space to produce their craft baking products for Costello’s shops in Malton and Driffield.

Tom Naylor-Leyland, who leads the Malton food town project, said: “I’m delighted that such a famous baking brand has put their faith and commitment into the town.

“Their products will now have the ‘Made in Malton’ stamp of approval and will certainly boost Malton’s credentials as a foodie destination.”

The Costello’s production unit will be another stop on the map for visitors on Malton’s Food Tour, where they will be able to come and watch the famous steak pies being made,

to join the existing sights on the tour, including ice cream being churned and fresh coffee being roasted.

With Italian-Irish roots, the Costello family’s connection with fine foods has run through five generations, dating back to the 1800s.

Family recipes, methods and expertise has been passed down the generations and allowed James Costello to build his business organically over the past 17 years.

James said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to increase our offering and to sell our products to other high quality food retailers, restaurants and cafes.

“Over the past few years I have seen great things happening in Malton, some fantastic independent businesses have been created and it’s an honour to be a part of its development as the food capital of the North.”

For more information on Costello’s, go to www.costellosbakery.com

The Made in Malton Food Tour is £35. To book, go to maltonyorkshire.co.uk