Cadbury is one of the most-searched confectionery names in the country, and one of the terms behind it — "cadbury chocolate company" — reads more like people looking up the company itself than looking to buy, so it's worth covering both sides properly.
Where Cadbury started
Cadbury was founded in 1824, when John Cadbury opened a grocer's shop at 93 Bull Street, Birmingham, selling cocoa and drinking chocolate he prepared himself with a pestle and mortar. John came from a Quaker family, and cocoa and drinking chocolate were promoted at the time as a healthier alternative to alcohol. Seven years later he bought a warehouse and began manufacturing with his sons George and Richard, and in 1847 the business became "Cadbury Brothers" after John partnered with his brother Benjamin.
Cadbury today
The Cadbury name has been owned by US food conglomerate Mondelez International since a 2010 takeover, though production and heritage remain substantially British — Bournville in Birmingham is still closely associated with the brand.
How to buy the range
Our Cadbury range covers individual bars, sharing boxes, and bulk-friendly formats for events or businesses.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Cadbury and when?
John Cadbury, in 1824, in Birmingham.
Is Cadbury still a British company?
British in heritage, owned by Mondelez International since 2010.
Can I buy Cadbury chocolate in bulk?
Yes — from single bars to bulk cases.
Sources: Cadbury World, Wikipedia.