Many confectionary retailers in the city source their products from enormous wholesaler Hancocks, in Claybank Spur, Hilsea which sells more then 3,000 varieties – but there are also a number of small, traditional vendors in the city.
From Gilbert’s Sweet Shop Eastney – which has been providing customers with their daily fix of wine gums, cola cubes and more since 1909 – to more novel retailers, we’ve put together a list of some of our favourite sweet shops.
NOW READ: See inside Portsmouth's biggest sweet shop which supplies more than 4,000 types of confectionery including Haribo, Reece's and CadburyHere are 10 traditional – and more modern – sweet shops in the Portsmouth area including Cosham, Fareham, Waterlooville and Gunwharf Quays.
5. Tofu Cute - Kingston Road, Fratton
While not strictly a sweet shop, Tofu Cute at 128 Kingston Road, Fratton, sells an extensive range of Japanese sweets, snacks and drinks alongside other 'kawaii' products. Photo: -
6. Hilbornes Sweets - Cascades Shopping Centre
Hilbornes, in the Cascades Shopping Centre off Commercial Road in Portsmouth, claims to have 'one of the largest selections of traditional sweets in the Portsmouth area' with over 350 jars of them. Photo: -
7. Krews Kandy - Fareham Shopping Centre
Krews Kandy is a sweet shop in Fareham Shopping Centre. Photo: SCC
8. The Castle Sweets - Cosham
The Castle Sweets - at 99 High Street in Cosham - is a sweet shop which seels UK and American treats. Photo: -