National Bakewell Tart Day is observed in the United Kingdom, celebrating a beloved English dessert that originated in Bakewell, Derbyshire. The day is marked twice a year, on the last Wednesday of June and every August 11. The Bakewell tart, a more sophisticated version of the older Bakewell pudding, features a shortcrust pastry filled with layers of jam and almond-flavored custard, topped with flaked almonds. The Bakewell Tart Shop claims to be the birthplace of the Bakewell tart and offers various traditional and modern variations, including gluten-free and vegan options. People celebrate by purchasing Bakewell tarts from local bakeries or attempting to make them at home, often sharing their experiences on social media with the hashtag #NationalBakewellTartDay.