Chagford has been trading since at least the Bronze Age, but it was tin, not textiles, that made the town's name official.
Designated a stannary town by Edward I
In 1305, Edward I named Chagford one of Devon's four stannary towns, alongside Plymouth, Ashburton and Tavistock, giving it the right to weigh, tax and sell tin brought down from the moor — a status that marked Chagford out among Devon's medieval towns.
A market house built on the old Stannary Court
The octagonal Market House seen in the town today was built in 1862, standing on the site of the original Stannary Court where that tin business was once conducted.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Chagford's history is built on tin and wool, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Devon and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Chagford and the rest of Devon 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 Chagford?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
Why was Chagford made a stannary town?
Edward I designated it one in 1305, giving it the right to weigh, tax and sell Dartmoor tin — one of only four such towns in Devon.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Chagford?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Chagford addresses.
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