Sweets in Teignmouth: Last Time France Invaded England

Teignmouth was attacked by Danes and French raiders alike, but one 17th-century raid earned the town a permanent place in English history.

The last French attack on England

The Saxon settlement of Tegutum was burned by the Danes in 970 and razed by the French in 1338, but it's the raid of 26 July 1690 that stands out: a French landing party attacked and burned Teignmouth, in what's considered the last-ever French attack on English soil.

England's longest wooden bridge

Teignmouth is connected to the village of Shaldon by a wooden bridge of 34 arches stretching 1,672 feet — the longest wooden bridge in England. The town is also the birthplace of Charles Babbage, regarded as the father of the computer.

Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else

Teignmouth's history is built on invasions and bridges, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of South Devon and the UK.

25,000+ customers, and counting

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

Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.

What makes Teignmouth's history notable?

A French raid in 1690 burned the town — the last-ever French attack on English soil.

Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Teignmouth?

Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Teignmouth addresses.

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