Blaenau Ffestiniog sits high in the mountains of Snowdonia, and the town exists almost entirely because of what lies underneath it.
The town that roofed the world
Slate mining became the area's chief industry in the 1760s, and from the early 1800s new quarries opened as demand grew. The Oakeley Quarry, formed in 1878, became the largest underground slate mine in the world, and at its peak the industry employed more than 4,000 men.
First in Britain to switch on electric streetlights
Slate from Blaenau Ffestiniog travelled by cart, sledge and eventually the Ffestiniog Railway, which opened in 1836, down to the port at Porthmadog for export across the world. The town was also the first in Britain to have electric street lighting, a mark of just how much wealth the slate trade brought in.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Blaenau Ffestiniog's history is built on slate, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Gwynedd and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Blaenau Ffestiniog and the rest of Wales 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 Blaenau Ffestiniog?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What makes Blaenau Ffestiniog notable?
It grew up around slate quarrying that employed over 4,000 men at its peak, and was the first town in Britain with electric street lights.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Blaenau Ffestiniog?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Blaenau Ffestiniog addresses.
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