John relaunched the bakehouse in larger premises at Cedar Farm, Mawdesley. His new team includes bakers Hayley England and Rob Woods, with his sister Jane at the front of house.
John shared the newly tiled bakery counter and explained why a brass shell from his Camino de Santiago would sit at its centre: a reminder of compassion, forgiveness and returning to a purpose.
In a public message reported by the Lancashire Post, John discussed his mental health and urged people struggling with suicidal thoughts to tell someone plainly and ask for support.
The Lancashire Post reported John’s video tour of a new bakery space, with areas planned for bread, cookies, pastries and brownie production. He also introduced his sister Jane as its manager.
The original Cedar Farm shop closed after six months. John announced a pause to rest and recover, with plans to rebuild Ruff Puff Brownies around online orders.