The Spring Oven Original Terracotta Bread Cloche is a distinctive way to bake small artisan loaves at home. Designed in Britain by Patrick Kendal and handcrafted in Portugal, it uses a built-in water channel in the base to generate steam at the start of baking, helping to encourage oven spring and a crisp, well-coloured crust.
Made from high-fired terracotta, this unglazed version has a natural, rustic look that suits its traditional material beautifully. It is designed for round loaves of about 500g and offers a simple, elegant way to create the steamy environment that bread loves.
Originally developed as a university design project, the Spring Oven went on to win a Design Council Award and remains a striking, practical choice for bakers who want a beautiful cloche with a real baking purpose.
Key features
- Handcrafted terracotta bread cloche
- Designed in Britain and made in Portugal
- Built-in water channel for steam during baking
- Helps improve oven spring and crust
- Unglazed natural terracotta finish
- Designed for 500g round boules
- Base diameter 27.5cm
- Overall size 32cm diameter × 17.5cm high
