Ivybridge is named after the bridge that still stands at its centre — a crossing point that was old news even when Turner stopped to sketch it two centuries ago.
The bridge that named the town
Ivybridge takes its name from a small 13th-century hump-backed bridge, first recorded in 1250 and still covered in ivy and in use today. It's the town's oldest landmark, predating the town itself by centuries.
A painter's sketch and Brunel's viaduct
The English watercolourist J.M.W. Turner visited Ivybridge in 1811 and again in 1813, making sketches of the bridge that formed the basis for one of his paintings. Decades later, in 1848, Isambard Kingdom Brunel built the original railway viaduct through the town as the Industrial Revolution brought a paper mill and new growth.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Ivybridge's history is built on bridges and viaducts, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of the South Hams and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Ivybridge 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 Ivybridge?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What makes Ivybridge's bridge notable?
The town is named after it — a 13th-century ivy-covered bridge, first recorded in 1250 and sketched by J.M.W. Turner in 1811.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Ivybridge?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Ivybridge addresses.
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