Amble grew from a few hundred people into a booming Victorian coal port, built almost entirely around the harbour at the mouth of the River Coquet.
Breakwaters built for coal, not tourists
The Warkworth Harbour Commission was set up in 1837 to improve Amble's harbour, completing the north and south breakwaters by 1849. The town's population grew from around 200 in 1821 to nearly 3,000 by 1891 on the strength of that coal trade.
Half a million tons a year
By 1914, over 500,000 tons of coal were being shipped out of Amble annually. The collieries and the coal trade are long gone, but the harbour survives as a marina and fishing fleet, in a town now nicknamed "The Friendliest Port".
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Amble's history is built on coal and harbours, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Northumberland and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Amble and the rest of Northumberland 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 Amble?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
How much coal did Amble's harbour once export?
By 1914 the harbour was shipping over 500,000 tons of coal a year.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Amble?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Amble addresses.
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