This lovely sweet shop was near our hotel and had quite a variety of treats. I was especially fond…read moreof the starfish gummies that were sold in bulk. If you're visiting Colchester I recommend you visit this shop.

So you know that hackneyed saying, 'Like a kid in a candy store'?…read more Whoever said it first was probably talking about Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe. Yeah, it's a franchise. No, I haven't ever seen another one other than this one in Colchester. And, really, Colchester is the perfect place for a 'Ye Olde' candy shop, so I'm going to pretend that it's the one-and-only. Situated on a very quaint and medieval-looking lane, Mr Simms jumps out at kids and adults alike, with its dark brown wooden façade and recreated 'olde worlde' windows that allow passers-by to peer in and gawk at the floor-to-ceiling rows upon rows of delicious, sugary delights, with classic and newfangled sweets equally represented. Whether you pick out individually packaged fudge from the self-service shelves or ask for a staff member to measure you out half a kilo of gummy bears and three snakes from the candy hoard behind the counter, you'll leave this place with enough child-like, sugar-induced euphoria to get you through to next week. Or, at least through to the end of your sugar rush.

It's a very cute store with so many varieties of candies! The sour type is my favorite!read more

This is a nice spot across from the gates at King's College. I found them to have an admirable…read moreselection of candies (chocolates and otherwise), including some no-sugar added options. But they also had a nice assortment of teas. It made a great place to pick up a gift for my wife, who is an avid tea-lover. The staff there was also quite pleasant which made the visit all the more enjoyable. The only downside I noted was that it was a small shop. The Sunday afternoon I was there, it was quite crowded and difficult to navigate because of the number of bodies inside. But the end result was worth the effort.

This place is simply amazing. From time to time I surprise my girl, because I know she likes these…read moreking of things.

This place now delivers in the evenings via Just Eat! I've just had my delivery full of goodies,…read moredelivered in under 30 mins. How awesome is that!

One of The Brit's bestest ever friends has a wonderful habit of giving me chocolate for Christmas,…read morewhich I don't detest, because it's always been good. Last Christmas he bestowed upon me a lovely little white box of mixed truffles made locally in Colchester. I love gifts, I love chocolate, and I love local, so it was splendid. I waited until well after my return Stateside before diving in because I know me and chocolate - we begin and end quickly. The truffles were wonderfully indulgent, not large, and just the right amount of sweet when you need to treat yourself. Have to many and you go to far. Minerva has done a wonderful job of making it just right. All the flavors were grand such as vanilla, strawberry champagne, salted caramel and others. Some were dusted lightly on the outside as well. The flavors were lovely. I highly recommend just picking yourself up a small box, it's all you need, and indulging once in a while in these hand made lovelies.

A great traditional sweet shop selling all sorts of sweets. Sells pickles and jams too…read more Can get very busy with tourists but recommended.

While strolling down the Rochester High street, you will come across this sweet shop. Its window…read morefull of delectable sweets will tempt you inside. Once you enter this old-fashioned sweet shop, you will find it hard to leave. Apart from shelves full of all sorts of sweets from around the world, the main attraction is the counter laden with fudge. There are so many types and flavours of fudge on offer, that it's hard to choose. I usually end up leaving this shop with many paper bags containing small amounts of different flavours. I can vouch they are all delicious and you'll probably be back for more. :) There are also jars of jams, marmalades, curds as well as hard candy on offer. My only complaint is that the service tends to be a bit slow. Overall, a nice little shop full of sweet treats for children and adults alike.

A super little shop in the main shopping area in Beccles…read more Loose sweets by the 'quarter' [but weighed by the gram] Also lovely local ice cream. Especially for 'kids' and 'grown-up kids'

A candy shop in the middle of Canterbury?!?!?! Oh yes, and how can you go wrong. You'll find all…read morekinds of yummy gummies, chocolates, and everything else your heart (or sweet tooth I guess) desires, and since you've spent the day walking through the Cathedral and other sights in town you deserve something nice and sweet for a snack.

Great selection of British confectionary…read more They have the legit, by the pound old schools candies and cough medecine. The brand names, the house name and a pre-made bag of "every Harry Potter candy for 10£" Which is an amazing deal. If you like your quality sweets and want to explore the sweet side of the UK. That's your pit stop.

You like chocolate? Stop waiting and go here. This location…read morealso serves fantastic mochas. Also bought a small bottle of chocolate gin to bring back to the states. Variety of chocolate is excellent. Service very good.

I once read that the highest quality chocolate satisfies after one piece, and with Hotel Chocolat I…read morediscovered this is true. It is not cheap, but the six chocolates in a packet are rich, flavoursome and mouthwateringly superb. The entrance is dominated by tempting (but highly priced) giant slabs of chocolate in a wide range of flavours. Beautiful in appearence, they make excellent gifts for the person who has everything (except enough chocolate, there is never enough chocolate). At the rear of the shop the selections of small packets of six chocolates are helpfully arranged by chocolate colour, fruit and nut selections. The varieties change regularly, which keeps you coming back for more I would not recommend this chocolate for children; too expensive. Buy them a bar of the ordinary stuff, and save this initiation for when they are old enough to appreciate it!