Tranent's history runs deeper than most East Lothian towns — literally. It holds the oldest coal-mining charter in Great Britain, dated 1202-1218, when monks from Newbattle Abbey began mining coal there.
The oldest coal-mining charter in Britain
Coal has been worked at Tranent since the 13th century, when monks from Newbattle Abbey held a charter to mine it — the earliest documented coal-mining charter anywhere in Great Britain, dated 1202-1218.
A battle that once carried the town's name
The Battle of Prestonpans, fought on 21 September 1745, was first known as the Battle of Gladsmuir and then the Battle of Tranent before later settling on its modern name. Part of the fighting crossed the route of the Tranent to Cockenzie Waggonway, opened in 1722 and possibly the first railway in Scotland, which carried coal from Tranent's pits to the salt pans at Cockenzie.
Sweets still arrive the same way as everywhere else
Tranent's history is built on coal charters and a battle, not confectionery — so pick 'n' mix, bulk bags and trade cases for the town come by delivery, the same as the rest of East Lothian and the UK.
25,000+ customers, and counting
We've served over 25,000 customers UK-wide, Tranent and the rest of Scotland 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 Tranent?
Yes — the same as the rest of the UK, with most orders dispatched in 1-2 business days.
What makes Tranent's mining history notable?
It holds the oldest coal-mining charter in Great Britain, dated 1202-1218.
Can I buy bulk or wholesale sweets in Tranent?
Yes — we deliver bulk bags, multipacks and trade cases direct to Tranent addresses.
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