Looe has been a working harbour for the best part of 800 years, and its fishing fleet once numbered in the hundreds.
Twenty ships for the siege of Calais
By the 13th century, Looe was already a working fishing port, with tin and copper mined on nearby Bodmin Moor shipped out through its harbour. In 1347, the town provided 20 ships for the famous siege of Calais.
A pilchard fleet of more than 200 boats
The 18th and 19th centuries brought a pilchard boom, with entire families involved in the industry — men at sea, women salting and packing the catch, children running errands. By the early 1930s, Looe's fishing fleet numbered well over 200 vessels.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Looe's history is built on fishing, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Cornwall and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Looe and the rest of Cornwall 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 Looe?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What makes Looe's fishing history notable?
It was a working port by the 13th century and sent 20 ships to the siege of Calais in 1347, later building a pilchard fleet of over 200 boats.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Looe?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Looe addresses.
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