As the winter nights approach, it’s time to ditch beer gardens and al fresco dining for comfort and warmth. Whether you’re planning a sleepover, movie night, birthday party, or a fun evening of games, the snacks you choose set the right tone for the evening.
Confectionery is ideal for all types of gatherings - but with so many available, it’s hard to know the right options for your needs.
So, stick around to find out our top recommendations.
The best sweets for kids' parties and sleepovers
Sweets are a central part of kids' sleepovers and parties. The big question is, which confectionery options are right for you? Every parent wants to ensure their child and their friends have an amazing time, and stocking up on sweets is a great idea.
You can create the perfect evening for your child, from delicious chocolates to pick and mix sweets.
Pick and mix stands
Instead of traditional party bags, how about creating a pick and mix stand? The children can grab a bag and choose their own sweets to take home or enjoy at the party. Plus, there are loads of tasty treats to choose from.
When creating a pick and mix stand, we recommend opting for time-tested favourites, including Haribo Tubs, Foam Sweets, and other Gummy Sweets.
Sugar-free sweets
Many parents are health-conscious and don’t want their children to consume excess sugar. Sugar-free sweets came with limited options in the past, but advances in technology now mean that most are indistinguishable from traditional sweets.
Whether you want to stock up on Cola Bottles, Twin Cherries, Wine Gums, or Gummy Bears, sugar-free sweets are excellent options for a party or sleepover.
Chocolate bars
Young children can struggle with sweets, but chocolate is an excellent option for kids’ sleepover treats. Our online confectionery shop lets you buy chocolate countlines at a fraction of what you’d usually spend.
The best chocolate bars for young children include Cadbury Chocolate Fudge, Caramel Freddo, and Dairy Milk Little Bars.
Perfect sweets for adult parties
Sweets aren’t just for children; they can add nostalgia to adult birthday parties. From classic sweets that remind you of the Woolworth’s Pick and Mix counter, to traditional boiled sweets for older adults, there are plenty to choose from.
Here are our top picks:
Boiled sweets
Boiled sweets are perfect for nostalgia, as many people remember having them as children. We have a vast selection of retro sweets, including Aniseed Humbugs, Blue Raspberry Pips, Rose Creams, and Pear Drops.
We also have Clove Drops and Maxon's Stupidly Sour Sweets. With low prices and bulk discounts, you can stock up on large boiled sweets jars and enjoy an epic party.
Chocolate boxes
If you’re planning a dinner party or a more refined evening, you’ll want to make sure your confectionery matches the event’s tone.
We offer a range of chocolate gift boxes perfect as after-dinner treats, including the eternally popular Ferrero Rocher chocolates, and Whitaker’s Salted Caramel Creams. You can also enjoy Beech’s Chocolate Fudge, Mint Creams, and Strawberry Creams.
Movie night sweets
Movie nights are the perfect way to unwind and enjoy a taste of Hollywood. From filling up on popcorn to laying out a wide selection of sweets, you create the perfect experience for family and friends.
While there are multiple sweets available, the following options are ideal for enjoying with your favourite movies.
US confectionery
Nothing says Hollywood like sweets from the US, and we make sure our customers can choose between a range of delicious confectionery options. Here are some of the best sweets for Netflix nights.
Traditional options include the infamous Red Vines, which are hugely popular in US cinemas, and Laffy Taffy, which comes in Banana, Cherry, and Grape.
You’ll also find a range of hard candy options from Mike and Ike, including Root Beer, Cotton Candy, and Sour Watermelon flavours.
Chocolates
Planning a movie night with the family? Chocolate is an excellent option, because it’s something that everyone can enjoy. We offer a range of share bags and family treats, including Milk Chocolate Raisins, Chocolate Peanuts, and Milk Chocolate Toffees.
Or, how about stocking up on large boxes of pick and mix chocolates? We have everything from Chocolate Jazzles, Pink and White Mice, and White Chocolate Jazzles.
Sweets for game days
Whether you’re planning on watching the big football match or are hosting an epic evening of games, the right treats make a big difference. We offer a wide range of game day snacks and candy, including traditional sweets and themed confectionery.
Bean Boozled
Jelly Belly’s Bean Boozled collection guarantees endless fun. These jelly beans come in a range of flavours - some nice, and some awful. For example, you may get lucky and choose a coconut or chocolate jelly bean.
However, there’s also the risk of choosing canned dog food, vomit, and lawn clipping flavours. We love the Bean Boozled Spinner Game, which can provide hours of fun for adults and children alike.
Millions Sweets
Millions sweets never fail to fly off the shelves, and you can grab some amazing deals when you stock up with us. We recommend the large jars for game nights, as Millions are incredibly moreish.
Choose popular flavours like Strawberry, Vimto, Banana, Bubblegum, and Watermelon.
Stock up on wholesale confectionery with Appleton Sweets
Whether you’re planning a children’s birthday party, an epic movie night, or a refined birthday dinner, you can benefit from the convenience of shopping with Appleton’s. While many wholesalers are only accessible to confectionery businesses, our store is for everyone.
With no minimum order amounts and low prices across our entire range of confectionery, you can stock up for your event and enjoy massive savings. You can also benefit from fast UK delivery.
Shop today, and please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions.