Sweets in Steyning: The Saxon Town Where a King Was First Laid to Rest

Steyning, in West Sussex, had a population of around 5,800 at the 2021 census — a small Saxon-founded market town that was once, briefly, a royal burial place.

A king's first resting place

In 858, King Æthelwulf of Wessex — father of Alfred the Great — died and was buried at Steyning, then an important Saxon minster town with its own mint. His remains didn't stay there; they were later moved to the Old Minster in Winchester, where they can still be found today among the cathedral's mortuary chests.

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 Steyning shoppers order online anyway

For anything past a corner-shop bag, ordering online is more consistent — many Steyning shoppers would otherwise have to travel to Worthing or Brighton for a wider selection.

25,000+ customers, and counting

We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Steyning 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 Steyning?

Yes — we deliver UK-wide including Steyning, West Sussex, with most orders dispatched within 1-2 business days.

Where was King Æthelwulf first buried?

King Æthelwulf, father of Alfred the Great, died in 858 and was originally buried at Steyning; his remains were later moved to the Old Minster in Winchester.

Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Steyning?

Not from a local shop — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Steyning addresses instead.

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