Moretonhampstead, on the edge of Dartmoor, has a charter history going back to the 13th century — and a town rent that was once paid in birds of prey, not coin.
A charter rent of one sparrowhawk a year
Moretonhampstead was granted its market charter in the early 13th century, with the annual rent fixed at a single sparrowhawk — an old and symbolic form of rent kept for towns that mattered. The bird has stuck as an emblem of the town ever since.
A wool town recorded in the Domesday Book
The settlement appears in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Mortone, held by William the Conqueror, and wool went on to form the basis of the town's economy for more than 700 years, carrying Moretonhampstead through the Middle Ages until the trade declined toward the end of the 17th century.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Moretonhampstead's history is built on charters and wool, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Devon and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Moretonhampstead 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 Moretonhampstead?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
Why was Moretonhampstead's rent once paid in sparrowhawks?
Its 13th-century market charter fixed the annual rent at one sparrowhawk — a traditional rent for towns of standing, and still a point of local pride.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Moretonhampstead?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Moretonhampstead addresses.
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