Sweets in Forfar: Home of the Bridie, and a Town That Once Tried Its Own Witches

Forfar has a population of around 14,000 people (2021 census), and this historic county town of Angus has given its name to a pastry sold nationwide — alongside a much darker chapter in its past.

The bridie, and the Forfar witch trials

The Forfar bridie — a folded, crimped meat pastry sold in the town since at least the 19th century — is now found in bakeries and shops across Scotland. Forfar's history has a darker side too: through the 17th century the town, as the county seat of Angus, was the site of a series of witch trials, with dozens of local people accused and a number executed, a period now marked by a memorial in the town.

What that history doesn't leave behind

This town's history doesn't come with a dedicated sweet shop set up for bulk bags, vegan-specific ranges or halal-friendly lines — not the kind of retail a town this size tends to support locally.

Why Forfar shoppers order online anyway

For anything past a corner-shop bag, ordering online is more consistent than relying on what's on a local shelf — many Forfar shoppers would otherwise have to travel to Dundee for a wider selection.

25,000+ customers, and counting

We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Forfar 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 Forfar?

Yes — we deliver UK-wide including Forfar, Angus, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.

What is a Forfar bridie?

A Forfar bridie is a folded, crimped meat pastry — distinct from a Cornish pasty in that its filling traditionally contains no potato — that has been sold in the town since at least the 19th century and still carries its name nationwide.

Can I buy sweets wholesale or in bulk in Forfar?

Not locally — Forfar doesn't have a dedicated wholesale sweet supplier. We deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases UK-wide instead, dispatched within 1-2 business days.

Browse Pick 'n' Mix and Bulk Bags.

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