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When it comes to sweets aimed at children, there are classics that have stood the test of time alongside some new kids on the block. These sweets tend to be bright and fun - from sweets made to look like thumbs to weird and wonderful flavours... there really is something for everyone. These treats are sure to bring a smile to any child's face and are included in a number of our kids sweet hampers and other goodies. From cola bottles to jelly babies, there are so many great sweets that we just had to take you through some of...

As an era of the disco, platform shoes and everything was colourful, the 1970s was a pretty amazing year. Things were funky and bands like ABBA, Elton John and the Bee Gees were topping charts and (you all knew we'd have to come back to this topic!) sweets were pretty amazing, in fact, some of our favourite sweets were from this decade. Our experts at the Sweet Hamper Company have been taking a trip down memory lane to uncover some of 70s sweets, chocolates and candy… Although some of these varieties have been confined to the history books, you can...

The new year is here, and it's set to be a good one, especially in the world of sweets... From frozen desserts to new flavours and the same popular dessert, there are so many amazing sweets around in 2025, and we just couldn't wait to share them all with you. It's so exciting to think about the confectionery industry and the changes and trends that will change it throughout the year, for those of us with a sweet tooth, we can't wait for all of the new sweet snacks on the market! So, without further ado, here's to the new...

The thought of a box full of goodies arriving at your door each month is enough to put a smile on anyone's face...so it actually happening is an unmatched level of joy. It's the surprise of having a subscription box delivered that makes it so special. In recent years, subscription boxes have skyrocketed in popularity, with loads of types of boxes being available on the market. From sweets to skin care, there really is a subscription gift box for everyone. Whether you are looking for gift ideas, or just want to know which monthly subscription boxes are available so that...

Once a year, the streets begin to turn spooky, there's pumpkins left on doorsteps, and it's the one night a year we can go trick-or-treating, ringing doorbells to get all sorts of sweet treats. But for those of us who enjoy Halloween but can't do the traditional trick or treating, how can the Halloween festivities be spread? Who doesn't love a bit of spooky fun? From Halloween crafts to putting up Halloween Decorations or doing the Monster Mash, there are so many fun ideas when it comes to Halloween, for children and adults alike. Here are some of our favourite...