Consett, in the hills of north-west County Durham, had a population of around 27,000 at the most recent census.
The steel town that had to reinvent itself
Consett owes its existence to iron and steel: the Derwent Iron Company built blast furnaces and rolling mills here from 1840, drawing on the nearby Durham coalfield and local ore to grow the town from almost nothing into one of the world's significant iron and steelmaking centres. That long run ended in 1980, when the steelworks closed with the loss of around 3,700 jobs — a closure that reshaped the town and prompted a long programme of economic and environmental regeneration that continues to this day.
What that history doesn't leave behind
Consett's industrial story is one of the North East's best known, but the steel industry never left behind a dedicated sweet shop — bulk bags, vegan ranges and halal-friendly lines aren't something the town's shops are set up to stock.
Why Consett shoppers order online instead
For anything beyond a newsagent's selection, ordering online is the more dependable option — no trip into Durham or Newcastle required.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Consett 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, multipacks for parties and offices, vegan and halal-friendly sweets, retro favourites, and full chocolate ranges from the major brands.
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver sweets to Consett?
Yes — we deliver UK-wide, including Consett, County Durham, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
Why was Consett such a significant steel town?
The Derwent Iron Company (later the Consett Iron Company) built blast furnaces and rolling mills here from 1840, and the works ran for around 140 years until closing in 1980.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Consett?
Not locally — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Consett addresses instead.
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