Personalised Message On Cake
E.g: Happy Birthday Kevin
Special Instructions
E.g: Draw Heart Shape With Message
Right. This one’s for a journey of a lifetime.
Umrah and Hajj – they’re not just trips. They’re spiritual journeys, months of planning, and a moment that families remember forever. When someone you love comes back from Makkah and Madinah, you want to say “Mubarak” in a big way. And what better way than a cake that looks like a tower? A minaret, the Kaaba, or just a beautiful tiered cake that says “you did it.”
Someone asked me a while back: “can you make a cake for my mum’s return from Umrah? She loves the towers in Makkah. Something tall, elegant, with a gold dome.”
I said yeah, course. I made a two‑tier cake, covered it in white and gold, added a little fondant dome on top, and wrote “Umrah Mubarak” in Arabic. She cried. The whole family took photos. That’s a win.
So here it is: Umrah/Hajj Tower Cake – available at our Bromley bakery.
It’s a tower‑shaped cake (two or three tiers), about 7–9 inches tall. Feeds 10–20 people depending on the size. Perfect for welcoming someone back from Umrah or Hajj, a pre‑pilgrimage dua party, or any Islamic celebration that calls for something special.
What’s in it?
Sponge – vanilla, chocolate, or red velvet. All alcohol‑free – halal‑friendly ingredients.
Frosting – smooth buttercream or cream cheese. White, gold, or green – the colours of Islam.
The tower shape – I stack two or three round cakes, then decorate them to look like a tower or a minaret. You can have a fondant dome on top, a crescent moon, or even a little Kaaba shape.
The details – edible gold leaf, silver pearls, or a cascade of sugar flowers. Or keep it simple with “Umrah Mubarak” or “Hajj Mubarak” piped in gold.
The message – you can have the pilgrim’s name, the date, or a simple “Blessed Return.”
It’s a cake that says “we’re proud of you” without words. And it’s delicious – because joy should be shared.
Who buys this?
Welcome back from Umrah – a surprise for when they walk through the door.
Hajj celebration cake – for the big feast after they return.
Pre‑pilgrimage party – praying for a safe journey.
Family gathering – when everyone comes together to celebrate.
Just because – you want to honour someone’s faith and effort.
Honestly? Anyone who wants to say “Mubarak” in a memorable way.
Can I get a specific tower design?
Yes. A simple tiered cake is easiest. I can add a minaret shape (tall and pointed) or a dome (like a mosque). I can’t make an exact replica of the Kaaba (out of respect and copyright), but I can do a black cube with gold embroidery as a symbol.
Can I get Arabic calligraphy?
Yes. Send me a clear image of the text – “عمرة مباركة” or “حج مبارك” or the pilgrim’s name. I’ll do my best to trace it in icing.
How much notice?
At least a week for custom calligraphy and tower shaping. Order online or message me – I’ll be honest.
Collection or delivery?
Collect from our Bromley shop or local delivery if you're nearby.
One thing to mention…
The tower cake is taller than a normal cake – make sure you have a big enough box and a steady hand when carrying it. Also, all ingredients are halal‑friendly – no alcohol, no gelatine. If you need halal certification, let me know.
Right. That’s the Umrah/Hajj Tower one done.
For the pilgrims who’ve walked where prophets walked. And for the families who welcome them home with cake.
Product Life After Purchase
Our fresh cream cakes have a fridge shelf life of 24 hours and should be consumed within this time. For best results, place the cake in the refrigerator within 45 minutes (maximum 2 hours) of purchase and store at a temperature between 2°C and 5°C.
Refund Policy
We do not offer refunds for cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled collection or delivery time. Refunds are also not provided for failed deliveries or cakes that remain uncollected for any reason.
Vanilla sponge eggless:
Wheat Flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, rapeseed oil, maltodextrin, modified starch, whey powder (milk), raising agents: E450, E500, salt, flavourings, stabilisers: E412, E415, emulsifiers: E471, E475, colour: E160a(ii).
Vanilla cream:
Water, fully and partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (palm kernel), dextrose, sugar, milk proteins, emulsifiers (polysorbate 60, mono – and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithin), acidity regulators (trisodium citrate, disodium phosphate), stabilisers (calcium chloride, methyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose), gelling agent (sodium alginate), flavouring, colour (beta-carotene).
Chocolate Truffle:
Water, fully and partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (palm kernel), dextrose, sugar, milk proteins, emulsifiers (polysorbate 60, mono – and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithin), acidity regulators (trisodium citrate, disodium phosphate), stabilisers (calcium chloride, methyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose), gelling agent (sodium alginate), flavouring, colour (beta-carotene). Sugar, palm oil, fat reduced cocoa powder, emulsifiers: soya lecithin, E476.
Chocolate eggless sponge:
Wheat flour (Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), sugar, Dextrose, Concentrated whey protein (Milk), Cocoa Powder, Raising agents E500, E450, Whey Powder (Milk), Emulsifiers E475, E471, E481, Cellulose Fibre, Salt, flavouring, stabilliser E415
Chocolate cream:
Water, fully and partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (palm kernel), Dextrose, sugar, milk proteins, emulsifiers (polysorbate 60, mono – and diglycerides of fatty acids, soya lecithin), acidity regulators (Trisodium citrate, Disodium phosphate), Stabilisers (calcium chloride, methyl cellulose, Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose), Gelling agent (sodium alginate), Flavouring, colour (Beta-carotene). Sugar, Palm Oil, Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Emulsifiers: Soya Lecithin, E476. Glucose syrup, water, fat reduced cocoa powder, colour (E155, E133), Flavouring, acidity regulator(E260).
The delivery drivers aim to deliver your order within the selected time slot. However, delays may occur due to circumstances beyond our control, such as traffic. If this happens, we will try to contact you using the phone number you provided.
When the driver arrives, they will knock or ring the bell. If there is no response, they will attempt to call you. If still unanswered, the order will be returned to our store. In such cases, you will need to contact us to arrange redelivery (charged at our standard delivery rate) or collect your order from our store free of charge. Delivery charges are non-refundable.
If you miss your scheduled delivery day and request a refund or a replacement cake for the next day, an additional charge will apply.
For flats or apartment buildings, we kindly ask that you meet the driver at the main entrance.
On receiving your order, please check your cake carefully, especially the written message and its condition. Any damage must be reported immediately. Please take clear photos, inform the driver, and refuse the delivery if necessary. Once a delivery is accepted and the driver has left, it becomes more difficult for us to investigate. As we work with third-party couriers, minor imperfections may occur. While we strive to fulfil every order with care, we ask for your understanding of slight damages. If your cake arrives in poor condition, please take photos and return it with the driver to the store for a refund.
For any issues such as missing items, damaged cakes, or changes to your delivery date or time, please contact your local store directly. If the matter is unresolved, you may email us at hello@cakestown.co.uk
Delivery is available within 2 hours of placing your order. Please select a delivery slot at checkout and ensure you provide the correct contact number for our driver.
Available delivery slots:
11:00–13:00 / 13:00–15:00 / 15:00–17:00 / 17:00–19:00
All orders must be paid for in advance. We do not accept cash on delivery.
