Alfreton, in Derbyshire, had a population of around 8,800 at the 2021 census — an old market town whose right to trade goes back to a royal charter nearly 800 years old.
An 800-year-old market charter
On 16 July 1252, Henry III granted Alfreton a charter to hold a weekly market and an annual fair, cementing its role as a trading centre for the surrounding area. The market day later moved from Monday to Friday in 1756, and the town went on to build its economy around coal mining and hosiery in the centuries that followed.
What that history doesn't leave behind
This town's history doesn't come with a dedicated sweet shop set up for bulk bags, vegan-specific ranges or halal-friendly lines — not the kind of retail a town this size tends to support locally.
Why Alfreton shoppers order online anyway
For anything past a corner-shop bag, ordering online is more consistent — no trip into Chesterfield or Derby required.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Alfreton included, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days. The range covers pick 'n' mix by the bag and tub, bulk bags from 1kg to 3kg, trade cases for events and businesses, vegan and halal-friendly sweets, retro favourites, and full chocolate ranges from the major brands.
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver sweets to Alfreton?
Yes — we deliver UK-wide including Alfreton, Derbyshire, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.
Did Alfreton really get a market charter in 1252?
Yes — Henry III granted Alfreton a charter for a weekly market and an annual fair in 1252, and the town has held markets in some form ever since.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Alfreton?
Not from a local shop — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Alfreton addresses instead.
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