Stafford's built-up area had an estimated population of 75,051 at the ONS mid-2024 estimate.
A market charter from 1206
Stafford's market rights go back further than almost anywhere else in this series — the town received its first charter from King John in 1206, confirming the burgesses' trading liberties, with the charter later reconfirmed by Edward II in 1315 and extended by Henry IV in 1412 with a second annual fair. Markets and fairs sat at the centre of the town's economy throughout the medieval period, and Stafford still holds a market today.
Today's market continues that tradition in the town centre, with general stallholders rather than a single flagship confectioner — a market town for its entire eight-century recorded history without ever anchoring on one big-name sweet shop, in the way that Newcastle's Grainger Market or Leeds' Kirkgate Market has.
What a market square doesn't stock
A market stall, then and now, sells by the bag or the pound — not in 3kg bulk bags, vegan-specific ranges, or halal-friendly selections put together for a business order.
Why Stafford shoppers order online anyway
For anything past a market-stall quantity, ordering online and having it delivered is the more consistent option, whatever day of the week it is.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Stafford 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 Stafford?
Yes — UK-wide, including Stafford, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
Does Stafford have a historic market?
Yes — chartered by King John in 1206, with markets and fairs held continuously since.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Stafford?
Not from the market square — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Stafford addresses instead.
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