Sweets in Haslemere: Home to One of the World's Oldest Early Music Festivals

Haslemere, in Surrey, had a population of around 17,000 at the 2021 census — a town with a long-standing reputation for early music.

The Dolmetsch Family and the Haslemere Festival

In 1917, Arnold Dolmetsch, a pioneer in reviving early instruments such as the viol and harpsichord, settled in Haslemere with his family and opened an instrument workshop. In 1925 he founded the Haslemere Festival, which continues today as one of the longest-established early music festivals in the world.

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 Haslemere shoppers order online anyway

For anything past a corner-shop bag, ordering online is more consistent — many Haslemere shoppers would otherwise have to travel to Guildford or Farnham for a wider selection.

25,000+ customers, and counting

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

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

Why is Haslemere connected to early music?

Haslemere was home to instrument maker Arnold Dolmetsch, who settled there in 1917 and founded the Haslemere Festival in 1925 — one of the world's oldest early music festivals, still running today.

Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Haslemere?

Not from a local shop — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Haslemere addresses instead.

Browse Pick 'n' Mix and Bulk Bags.

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