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  • May include: A sourdough starter in a clear plastic bag with a name tag that reads Hello my name is FRED, accompanied by a white envelope containing instructions from Wholesome Larder and a small green rubber band for securing the bag opening.
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  • May include: A round loaf of crusty sourdough bread with a spiral flour pattern on top, positioned in front of a bright orange enameled cast iron Dutch oven with a lid. A circular logo in the top left corner reads WHOLESOME LARDER.
  • May include: A rectangular loaf of sourdough bread with a golden-brown, blistered crust and a single deep score running down the center. The bread is resting on a metal wire cooling rack, showcasing a textured, baked exterior surface.
  • May include: A round pizza with a golden-brown crust, topped with red tomato sauce, melted white mozzarella cheese, slices of pepperoni, and a garnish of fresh green basil leaves. The pizza is placed on a round stone surface with a logo in the corner.
  • May include: A brown plate holds bagel halves topped with cream cheese, thin slices of pink smoked salmon sprinkled with dried dill, and fresh green avocado slices. Several whole, golden-brown toasted bagels are arranged behind the plate.
  • May include: A tray of baked brown square bars with a dense, textured surface and visible dark, glossy, jam-like filling between the layers. The baked goods have a golden-brown color with irregular edges and a slightly cracked, crumbly top texture.
  • May include: A close-up view of a golden-brown bread pudding featuring chunks of toasted bread and dark raisins. The texture is soft and porous, with visible variations in color ranging from light tan to deep brown throughout the baked mixture.
  • May include: Several round, golden-brown artisan bread rolls containing dark dried fruit, with one roll sliced in half and spread with thick, dark purple berry jam. A glass jar of the same jam sits in the background with a logo reading WHOLESOME LARDER.
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  • May include: A green and black Food Standards Agency sign displaying a Food Hygiene Rating of 5. The graphic features the text Food Hygiene Rating, a row of numbers from 0 to 5 with the number 5 highlighted in a black circle, and the text Very Good.
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  • May include: A sourdough starter in a clear plastic bag with a name tag that reads Hello my name is FRED, accompanied by a white envelope containing instructions from Wholesome Larder and a small green rubber band for securing the bag opening.
  • Cotswold Organic Sourdough Starter Folic Acid Free Live Liquid Culture Bread Making Home Baking Gift Her Him 100g Easy Instruction Recipe image 3
  • Cotswold Organic Sourdough Starter Folic Acid Free Live Liquid Culture Bread Making Home Baking Gift Her Him 100g Easy Instruction Recipe image 4
  • May include: A round loaf of crusty sourdough bread with a spiral flour pattern on top, positioned in front of a bright orange enameled cast iron Dutch oven with a lid. A circular logo in the top left corner reads WHOLESOME LARDER.
  • May include: A rectangular loaf of sourdough bread with a golden-brown, blistered crust and a single deep score running down the center. The bread is resting on a metal wire cooling rack, showcasing a textured, baked exterior surface.
  • May include: A round pizza with a golden-brown crust, topped with red tomato sauce, melted white mozzarella cheese, slices of pepperoni, and a garnish of fresh green basil leaves. The pizza is placed on a round stone surface with a logo in the corner.
  • May include: A brown plate holds bagel halves topped with cream cheese, thin slices of pink smoked salmon sprinkled with dried dill, and fresh green avocado slices. Several whole, golden-brown toasted bagels are arranged behind the plate.
  • May include: A tray of baked brown square bars with a dense, textured surface and visible dark, glossy, jam-like filling between the layers. The baked goods have a golden-brown color with irregular edges and a slightly cracked, crumbly top texture.
  • May include: A close-up view of a golden-brown bread pudding featuring chunks of toasted bread and dark raisins. The texture is soft and porous, with visible variations in color ranging from light tan to deep brown throughout the baked mixture.
  • May include: Several round, golden-brown artisan bread rolls containing dark dried fruit, with one roll sliced in half and spread with thick, dark purple berry jam. A glass jar of the same jam sits in the background with a logo reading WHOLESOME LARDER.
  • Cotswold Organic Sourdough Starter Folic Acid Free Live Liquid Culture Bread Making Home Baking Gift Her Him 100g Easy Instruction Recipe image 12
  • May include: A green and black Food Standards Agency sign displaying a Food Hygiene Rating of 5. The graphic features the text Food Hygiene Rating, a row of numbers from 0 to 5 with the number 5 highlighted in a black circle, and the text Very Good.
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Cotswold Organic Sourdough Starter Folic Acid Free Live Liquid Culture Bread Making Home Baking Gift Her Him 100g Easy Instruction Recipe

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Hi I'm Fred - I'm in my fifties, from the Cotswolds and live for baking!

Adding me to your kitchen means you can start YOUR Sourdough journey in a few days..maybe only 24 hours! All you need is flour, water, a digital scale and a jar with a lid! That's it! We can create so many tasty treats forever!!

The profile pic - that's me in the same jar I was made in all those years ago - Nan would be so proud how far I've come!

I live on a diet of Organic Unfortified Stoneground Strong White Bread Flour & filtered water giving me a mild taste with No Folic Acid or Preservatives!

I'll be posted from a 5 star food hygiene rated premises and arrive in a sealed BPA free food bag with instructions on how to keep me in tip top shape. You'll need to feed me upon arrival so please hold off ordering until you're ready for me. Or you can order some "Dried Out Fred" which you can start in your own time - it just takes a few more days to get me ready for baking. Check it out here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1868410823/cotswolds-organic-sourdough-starter

After ordering you'll receive a message with a PDF document that consists of more info about me, FAQs and some simple recipes to get you started.

I'll be posted within 1-2 business days and by Royal Mail 1st Class delivery service to enusre I arrive ASAP

Check my socials for more tips and ideas! I'd love to see your sourdough journey too

@wholesome_larder

If you want help for that first loaf check out this video - https://youtu.be/xj8qkOhOXak?si=uvWbjcZHifaUzlmI

*I'm not suitable for people with wheat or gluten allergies

Ingredients:
Filtered water
Organic Wheat Flour

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Emz Oct 5, 2026

Fred arrived in just 48 hours! He was vacuum-sealed in a package that was easy to squeeze out, and the seller even included a backup dried Fred and a generous extra in the package, which was so kind. The instructions were packed with insider knowledge that raised my confidence. I am a total beginner, and Fred is an absolute hero. He has been incredibly active from the start! On his first feed, he woke up instantly and shot all the way up to his peak within 4 hours. I was so excited I made my very first focaccia the day he arrived. I made beginner mistakes, but Fred was so forgiving. Then I made my first sourdough loaf—his bulk fermentation was shockingly fast! Even after my clumsy scoring, he formed a lovely loaf and is holding strongly active in the fridge. I can’t wait to spend more weekends with Fred on my sourdough journey.

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Anne Sep 15, 2026

This is my second time purchasing Fred, as my original sadly didn't survive the London heat this summer (all due to my errors). I was given some great advice by the seller and am happy to report that my starter is alive and thriving! It baked beautifully after the first feeding and has been tripling in size very easily, on time after feedings and is generally very well behaved. Will hopefully not have to repurchase, but know I will return if things go wrong. Thank you!

Anne Sep 15, 2026

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Lynne Sep 9, 2026

Follow the instructions that are provided and you will have great bread

Lynne Sep 9, 2026

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Becki Aug 25, 2026

This is a wonderful, bubbly and active starter. It came with great instructions for feeding and the dried Fred was a nice touch. I was able to bake with it almost straight away - delicious!

Becki Aug 25, 2026

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Hi I'm Fred - I'm in my fifties, from the Cotswolds and live for baking!

Adding me to your kitchen means you can start YOUR Sourdough journey in a few days..maybe only 24 hours! All you need is flour, water, a digital scale and a jar with a lid! That's it! We can create so many tasty treats forever!!

The profile pic - that's me in the same jar I was made in all those years ago - Nan would be so proud how far I've come!

I live on a diet of Organic Unfortified Stoneground Strong White Bread Flour & filtered water giving me a mild taste with No Folic Acid or Preservatives!

I'll be posted from a 5 star food hygiene rated premises and arrive in a sealed BPA free food bag with instructions on how to keep me in tip top shape. You'll need to feed me upon arrival so please hold off ordering until you're ready for me. Or you can order some "Dried Out Fred" which you can start in your own time - it just takes a few more days to get me ready for baking. Check it out here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1868410823/cotswolds-organic-sourdough-starter

After ordering you'll receive a message with a PDF document that consists of more info about me, FAQs and some simple recipes to get you started.

I'll be posted within 1-2 business days and by Royal Mail 1st Class delivery service to enusre I arrive ASAP

Check my socials for more tips and ideas! I'd love to see your sourdough journey too

@wholesome_larder

If you want help for that first loaf check out this video - https://youtu.be/xj8qkOhOXak?si=uvWbjcZHifaUzlmI

*I'm not suitable for people with wheat or gluten allergies

Ingredients:
Filtered water
Organic Wheat Flour

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