George Dove

An avid lover of sweets for three decades, working with confectionery is a dream come true! With a background in journalism and copywriting, I'm a storyteller and love sinking my teeth into the details and making information not only digestible but enjoyable, too. In summary (and for a little fun) here’s a haiku: For Hancocks I write, Helping businesses to tread Roads to sweet success. 🍬🍭🍫

Business Advice 07 Jul 2026

Small Treats, Strong Sales: The Resilience of Wholesale Sweets

For confectionery retailers, wholesale sweets are at the heart of a range that keeps customers coming back. They are familiar favourites that continue to appeal when shoppers want value without giving up the small moments they enjoy, and are widely seen as affordable treats.

Trends 02 Jul 2026

Must-have Wholesale Confectionery Trends for 2026

As with any other sector, the confectionery industry doesn’t stand still. Trends are continually evolving in line with consumer demands, whilst brands and manufacturers are always looking for new and exciting ways to innovate and up their game.

Business Advice 03 Jul 2026

How Bulk Sweets Transform Weddings

Few celebrations are as personal, joyful, and memorable as weddings. Every detail matters, from the flowers and table settings to the treats guests enjoy throughout the day. Especially for event planners and hospitality businesses, wedding sweets offer a simple but highly effective way to add colour, theatre, and flavour to the occasion. With our extensive range of wholesale sweets, confectionery and chocolate, it is easy to bring sweet ideas to life to help create weddings that feel special, considered, and beautifully suited to the occasion.

News 29 Jun 2026

New Stock Round-up: June

It’s safe to say that the sun has had its hat on this month. With temperatures soaring and everyone in good spirits, it’s a prime time to enjoy the weather – and a sweet treat. We’re sure that you’ve been trying your best to make the most of it both with your business and personally. So, without further ado, here’s a whistlestop tour of some of the new additions that you may have missed.

News 31 May 2026

New Stock Round-up: May

The exciting summer period is just around the corner—and the new stock is hotting up! Dive in and take a look at our top picks here.

Trends 01 Jun 2026

The Brilliance of 1kg Sweets

When it comes to restocking, bigger isn’t always best. The rise in popularity of 1kg bags of sweets is evidence of exactly this! Offering a delicious balance between variety, flexibility, and convenience, these smaller wholesale bags can be a secret weapon for a wide range of businesses and vendors.

Business Advice 09 Jun 2026

How Wholesale Snacks Secure Sales

For retailers, wholesale snacks are a flexible, high-frequency category that can support impulse purchases, food-to-go missions, sharing occasions like big nights in, and everyday treating.

Trends 05 Jun 2026

Confectionery or Confectionary?

Confectionery or confectionary? They’re two words that are very similar, but what is the difference? We’re experts in the field here at Hancocks, so let us clear things up for you.

Business Advice 08 May 2026

The Growing Share Bags Opportunity

When it comes to sweets, sharing bags continue to lead the way. For retailers, they remain one of the biggest opportunities in the confectionery world right now.