Southam, in Warwickshire, had a population of around 8,100 at the 2021 census — a market town with a claim to being where the English Civil War first turned violent.
The skirmish before the war
On 23 August 1642, the day after King Charles I formally declared war, Parliamentarian and Royalist forces clashed just outside Southam in what's regarded as one of the conflict's opening skirmishes, two months before the larger Battle of Edgehill. The king is said to have stayed at the town's Old Manor House during this period, and a cannonball and spur have been recovered from the battlefield site.
What that history doesn't leave behind
This town's history doesn't come with a dedicated sweet shop set up for bulk bags, vegan-specific ranges or halal-friendly lines — not the kind of retail a town this size tends to support locally.
Why Southam shoppers order online anyway
For anything past a corner-shop bag, ordering online is more consistent — many Southam shoppers would otherwise have to travel into Leamington Spa or Rugby for a wider selection.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Southam 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 Southam?
Yes — we deliver UK-wide including Southam, Warwickshire, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.
Did the English Civil War really begin near Southam?
Yes — a skirmish just outside Southam on 23 August 1642, the day after Charles I's formal declaration of war, is regarded as one of the conflict's first actions; the king is said to have stayed in the town around that time.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Southam?
Not from a local shop — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Southam addresses instead.
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