Forres has a population of around 9,000 people (2021 census), and it's one of the oldest towns in Scotland — old enough that Shakespeare used it as a setting four centuries after the events it's loosely based on.
The town Shakespeare set Macbeth's court in
Forres holds a royal charter tradition stretching back to around the reign of King David I in the 12th century, making it one of Scotland's oldest burghs. It's also written into Shakespeare's Macbeth, where Forres is the site of King Duncan's court, and the heath where the witches appear is traditionally placed just outside the town. The real historical Macbeth, who ruled Scotland in the 11th century, has looser and murkier ties to the area than the play implies.
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 Forres 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 Forres shoppers would otherwise have to travel to Elgin or Inverness for a wider selection.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Forres 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 Forres?
Yes — we deliver UK-wide including Forres, Moray, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.
What is the Macbeth connection to Forres?
Forres appears in Shakespeare's Macbeth as the site of King Duncan's royal court, and local tradition places the witches' heath on the ground nearby — though the real historical Macbeth's ties to the area are older and less clear-cut than the play suggests.
Can I buy sweets wholesale or in bulk in Forres?
Not locally — Forres 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.
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