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Shipton Mill

At Ratton Pantry we offer a huge selection of Shipton mill flours and most notably their full complement of Gluten-Free Non-Wheat alternatives, such as Buckwheat flour, Gram flour, Chickpea flour, Chestnut flour and Rice flour to name but just a few.

The grain ground at Shipton Mill provides flours that are unsurpassed in texture and flavour and have built a well-earned reputation among professional, artisan and home-bakers all over the country.

Shipton Mill use traditional grains that have not been over hybridised or enhanced, and so the quality of the grain and its suitability for more traditional uses is ideal.

For example, to produce their traditional organic white and wholemeal flours, Shipton Mill use a rare variety of wheat called Maris Widgeon. Traditionally used for thatching because of the long stems on which the heritage wheat varieties bear their grain, it is well suited to the organic system of sustainable farming.

For every acre, Maris Widgeon yields almost half the amount of modern varieties, but its quality and flavour are so excellent Shipton Mill believes it is worth paying a premium to the farmers who continue to grow it.

About Shipton Mill

Shipton Mill began in 1979, when John Lister and friends restored an old mill in a Gloucestershire valley. A mill was recorded on the site in the Domesday Book of 1086, giving today's business an unusually strong connection to place and milling history.

The mill works with a wide variety of grains and milling methods, producing everyday bread flours alongside organic, heritage, stoneground, rye, pastry, pizza and gluten-free options.

A flour range built around grain and purpose

Shipton Mill's range is broad enough to match flour to the job: strong whites for bread, stoneground wholemeals for flavour, rye and ancient grains for character, softer flours for cakes and pastry, and specialist ingredients for gluten-free baking.

The mill combines traditional stones and older roller equipment with careful grain testing, aiming to turn varied harvests into flours that bakers can use consistently.

Ratton Pantry

Why we stock Shipton Mill

Shipton Mill is valuable at Ratton Pantry because one maker can cover an exceptional range of baking needs without reducing every choice to protein percentage alone. Customers can explore grain, extraction, milling style and intended use.

We also stock many lines in several sizes, making specialist flour accessible to a home baker while still serving bakeries and other professional kitchens.

Choosing the right Shipton Mill flour

For everyday white bread, begin with a Bakers White flour; for deeper wheat flavour, compare organic stoneground wholemeal and the heritage-grain options. Rye, spelt, emmer, einkorn and khorasan each bring different handling and flavour.

For pizza and pasta, look at the Italian Type 00 and organic pizza and pasta choices. For cakes and pastry, choose a softer flour designed for a tender result.

The gluten-free range includes individual flours, starches and blends. Always check the individual listing and allergen information rather than assuming every non-wheat product suits every dietary need.

Questions & answers

Shipton Mill FAQs

Which Shipton Mill flour is best for a basic white loaf?

For a dependable white bread flour, start with Finest Bakers White No.1 or No.3 Bakers White. The best choice depends on the strength and character your recipe needs.

Does Shipton Mill make organic flour?

Yes. Shipton Mill offers a broad organic range, including strong white, stoneground wholemeal, heritage-grain and specialist flours. Check individual listings for certification and current availability.

Does Ratton Pantry stock Shipton Mill gluten-free flour?

Yes. The range includes gluten-free flours and starches such as rice, buckwheat, chickpea, sorghum, teff, tapioca and potato starch, alongside blends. Always check the individual product information for allergens and suitability.

What is the difference between stoneground and roller-milled flour?

Stone milling grinds grain between stones and can retain a broad spread of the grain's components. Roller milling separates and recombines fractions with greater precision. Neither method is automatically best for every recipe.

Which Shipton Mill flour can I use for pizza?

Ratton Pantry stocks Shipton Mill Italian Type 00 and organic pizza and pasta flour, alongside stronger bread flours that may suit some pizza methods. Match the flour to your fermentation time, hydration and oven.

Does Ratton Pantry sell Shipton Mill flour in different sizes?

Yes. Many lines are offered in practical home quantities and larger bakery formats, although the available sizes differ by product and stock level.