The Fresh Start(er) No fluff. No fancy packaging. Just the good stuff. Starting sourdough doesn’t need to mean splashing out on a gift set. Whether you’re trying your first loaf, replacing a starter that’s seen better days, or you just want the starter with no frills, The Fresh Start(er) is for you. No weeks of growing a new culture from scratch. No unnecessary extras. Just a healthy, live sourdough starter, simple instructions and a little help getting going. All you need to add is flour, water and a little patience. What’s included? Fresh, live sourdough starter from a family culture maintained for over 100 years Reusable food-safe jar with lid Simple feeding instructions QR access to our recipes, guides and troubleshooting resources Please note: Jar style, shape and lid type may vary from those pictured. Every jar is food-safe and suitable for keeping your starter. Why choose The Fresh Start(er)? Our live starter is made using nothing more than flour and water and descends from a family culture passed through generations of bakers in Cheshire. It arrives ready for a feed to help it recover from its journey. Once it’s bubbling and rising reliably, you’re ready to start baking. Whether this is your first go or your fresh start, you’ll get the same much-loved starter without paying for the fancy presentation. No gift box. No ribbons. Just the good stuff. Ideal for... First-time bakers who want to try sourdough without spending on a full kit Anyone who just wants the starter, without the extras Replacing a neglected or damaged starter Keeping a second starter as a backup Experienced bakers who already have their tools What’s in your starter? Just two ingredients: Flour Water No preservatives. No additives. Just nature doing what it does best. Important information Storage: Feed on arrival, or refrigerate if you won’t be feeding it straight away. Travel: Your starter can travel for up to seven days after dispatch before it needs refrigerating or feeding. Jar: The jar supplied may differ from the photographs. Style, shape and lid type are subject to availability. Allergens: Contains gluten (wheat). Shipping We offer free delivery to all UK addresses. Orders are dispatched within one working day and sent via a trusted courier service. Most orders arrive within 48 hours of dispatch. Delivery times are estimates and may occasionally be affected by weekends, bank holidays or courier delays.