Vanilla Nova Cake Boutique

Vanilla Nova, right on Lord Street, is a proper little cake shop. I popped in last week and it's got that nice, small-business feel, you know? Not one of those chains trying to be something they're not. Google says it's got a 4.8 rating from 26 reviews, which is pretty solid in my book. Give them a ring on 01704 540145 if you want to check anything.

They do a decent coffee, but the cakes are the main draw. They've got all sorts, from what I saw – slices, cupcakes, that sort of thing. It's not massive inside, so probably better for a quick stop rather than a long afternoon of gossip, but it's definitely a good shout if you're caught in a downpour and need a sugar and caffeine fix.

It's a good option if you're already mooching about on Lord Street and fancy something sweet. It's not the cheapest place in the world, mind you, but you get what you pay for.

Just a heads up, parking on Lord Street itself can be a pain. You're better off using one of the car parks a few streets back.