Rothbury grew up as a crossing point on the River Coquet, but it's the Victorian mansion on its doorstep that gave the town a genuine world first.
A market town at a river crossing
Rothbury became established where travellers could ford the River Coquet on routes to Newcastle and Alnwick. It was granted a charter making it an official market town in 1291, long before the Victorian boom that followed.
The first house lit by hydroelectric power
Industrialist William Armstrong built Cragside just outside the town between 1862 and 1895, extending it into what he called a "fairy palace". It became the first house anywhere in the world to be lit using hydroelectric power, and is now cared for by the National Trust.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Rothbury's fame rests on Victorian engineering, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of Northumberland and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Rothbury and the rest of Northumberland 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 Rothbury?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What is Rothbury famous for?
It sits beside Cragside, the Victorian mansion that became the first house in the world lit by hydroelectric power.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Rothbury?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Rothbury addresses.
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