Sweets in Kintore: The Earl Who Built Over the Market Place

Kintore is home to around 4,700 people in Aberdeenshire, a royal burgh old enough that its original market place is now buried under its own town hall.

A royal burgh since the ninth century

Kintore's roots as a royal burgh go back to the ninth century, with its royal charter renewed by King James IV in 1506. Archaeological digs around the town have turned up Neolithic finds dating back to at least 5000 BC, making it one of the longer continuously-occupied spots in the north-east.

The Earl who built over the market

The town's historic market place was where Kintore's Town House now stands. It was completed in 1747, paid for by John Keith, 3rd Earl of Kintore, after he was elected the town's Provost — a civic gift that replaced the open market square it sat on rather than standing beside it.

Why Kintore shoppers order online anyway

Kintore has grown quickly in recent years — by some counts the fastest-growing town in Aberdeenshire — but that growth hasn't brought a dedicated bulk or wholesale sweet shop with it. For vegan ranges, halal-friendly lines or party-sized orders, delivery is the more realistic route.

25,000+ customers, and counting

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

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

What is Kintore's Town House built on?

Kintore's Town House, completed in 1747, was built on what had previously been the town's market place, paid for by John Keith, 3rd Earl of Kintore, after he was elected the town's Provost.

Is there a sweet shop in Kintore?

We're not aware of a dedicated bulk or wholesale sweet shop in Kintore. We deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Kintore addresses instead.

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