Ballyclare was settled by Scots planters in the 17th century, and its best-known tradition — a fair granted by a king — has run for nearly 270 years.
A fair granted by a king
Ballyclare was settled by Scots planters in the early 17th century, and its best-known tradition dates back to a licence granted by King George II for two yearly fairs. The Ballyclare May Fair began in 1756 as a horse fair, and in the 19th century it drew cavalry regiment buyers from across Europe, with Monday given over entirely to horse sales.
A fair that's lasted nearly 270 years
Though the great days of horse trading ended with the First World War and the rise of mechanisation, the May Fair survives, now running for seven days from a Tuesday in mid-May and drawing up to 20,000 visitors and over 100 stalls each year.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Ballyclare's history is built on fairs and horse trading, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of County Antrim and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Ballyclare and the rest of County Antrim 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 Ballyclare?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What is the Ballyclare May Fair?
An annual fair that began as a horse fair in 1756 under a licence from King George II, now running for a week each May and drawing up to 20,000 visitors.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Ballyclare?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Ballyclare addresses.
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