Ginger Beard Pizza Co

Aim

To bring world class pizza and a new rural business to life

"Great pizza is like a great beard: it takes patience, the right conditions, and a bit of fire."

I’m Richie, the face behind the beard. I live in one of the most beautiful villages in England, but there’s one thing my home in Blanchland is missing: the smell of wood-smoke and the sight of a perfect, blistered Neapolitan crust.

I am launching Ginger Beard Pizza, a mobile pop-up dedicated to the craft of authentic pizza. No frozen bases, no cheap toppings—just slow-fermented dough, high-quality Italian ingredients, and a ginger-bearded obsession with perfection.

Why am I here?

I’m starting with zero capital but a 100% commitment to quality. I need your help to buy the professional-grade gas oven and equipment required to handle the heat. By backing this project, you aren't just giving a donation; you are ensuring that next time you’re fancying a world-class Margherita, you only have to walk to the village square.

The Rewards

What you get

£10 - The First Bite A voucher for one pizza of your choice at our launch event. You’ll be the very first to taste the Ginger Beard difference!

£25 - The Ginger Date Night Two pizzas of your choice. The perfect excuse for a night out in the village. Plus, your name will be featured on our "Founders Board" displayed at every pop-up.

£50 - The Dough-Nator - Five pizza vouchers to use whenever you like. You’ll also get a limited edition "I Backed the Beard" sticker for your car or window.

£100 - The Beard’s Inner Circle - Ten pizza vouchers + a Ginger Beard Pizza T-shirt or Hoodie. You’ll also get an invite to our exclusive "Soft Launch" tasting session to try new toppings.

£150 - The VIP Year - One free pizza every month for a year. That’s 12 months of high-quality dinners taken care of. Plus, a "Golden Ticket" for front-of-line service when the queue is long!

£250 - The Masterclass Experience - A private 1-on-1 pizza-making workshop. I’ll bring the kit to you and teach you the secrets of dough stretching and high-heat firing. Includes 10 vouchers for your friends.

£500 - The Ultimate Beard Bash - The Ginger Beard Pop-up at YOUR house. I’ll bring the oven to your garden or event and cook up to 30 pizzas for your guests. The ultimate local party piece!

This project closed unsuccessfully on 12th July 2026