The town where Kit Kat was created, heritage factories, whiskey tastings and other activities in England, Scotland and Wales
The United Kingdom may be most associated with fish and chips and afternoon tea, but it stands out when it comes to chocolate. In England, Scotland and Wales, travelers can add chocolate shops, factory tours, tastings and workshops to get their hands dirty. Check out some chocoholic experiences:
Cadbury World – Birmingham, England
It is home to the famous Cadbury chocolate factory BournvilleIn the suburbs Birminghamand welcomes those interested in discovering its manufacturing process. Through interactive exhibits and tastings aimed at children, the visit tells the history of chocolate creation and Cadbury, which celebrates the 200th anniversary of the opening of its first store in 2024.
York Chocolate Story – York, England
An interactive museum of sorts, The York's Chocolate Story A guided tour tells you the history of how chocolate is produced and the brands born in the city. This is the case with the invented KitKat York In 1935, a section of the exhibition was entirely dedicated to him. Afterwards, visitors take part in a demonstration with a master chocolatier.
Knoops – Various towns in England
German Jens Noob opened his first hot chocolate shop in England Rye In 2013. Since then, the brand has been called Knobs grew, became a phenomenon and spread in cities like shops Bath, Brighton, Cambridge, Oxford, London, Chester, Manchester And St. Albans. All of them, it is worth stopping to buy a hot chocolate and chocolate flakes that allow you to prepare the drink at home. The product is also sold in supermarkets and department stores such as Harrods and Whole Foods.
Dark Sugars – London, England
with three addresses LondonHandicrafts Chocolate Shop Dark sugars Offers a wide range of chocolate bars, chocolates and other creations. The first unit is in charm Brick PathPerfect for those wanting to discover an alternative side of the English capital.
Bean to bar factory experience at London Chocolate – London, England
Chocolate Shop and Factory, The London Chocolate Organizes a “bean to bar” experience, that is, it allows you to follow the production of the cocoa bean in its raw form to the final product, the chocolate bar. A guided tour shares the techniques and secrets of master chocolatiers.
School of Icing at Biscuits – London, England
The Biscuits Make themed craft cookies. in units Belgravia And Notting HillThere are confectionery schools where visitors can exercise their creativity by decorating cookies, experimenting with icing techniques and learning how to recreate some of the iconic designs.
Dr Choc's Windsor Chocolate Factory – Windsor, England
in front Windsor Castle There is a small chocolate factory, Dr. SocksIt ranges from classic milk chocolate to more inventive creations like chocolate with lavender. You can spend time tasting varieties or learning how to make chocolate.
Glasgow, Scotland – Chocolate and whiskey tour at The Clydeside Distillery
One of the tours organized by Clydeside Distillery combines tastings of five single malt whiskeys and artisanal chocolates from local producer Sugarsnap. Opened in 2017, Clydeside brought the art of distillation back to the heart GlasgowFor over 100 years it has established itself as the first distillery dedicated exclusively to single malt whiskies.
Mrs. Bath's Chocolate House – Bath, England
Amelia Pat opened her door first Chocolate House Inside bath In 2017. Since then, two more stores have opened Bristol And Cardiff. But it's on the original branch bath There is a two-hour workshop where chocolate bars are made and decorated, making a great travel souvenir.
Fudge making experience at Fudge Kitchen – various cities, England and Scotland
Secrets Fudge – a chocolate-based dessert comparable to our brigadero – revealed by an expert during the workshops. FudgeKitchen. The experience begins with tasting a variety of flavors. Afterwards, participants can roll up their sleeves and take them home for later. function is available Canterbury, Bath, Windsor, Cambridge, York And Edinburgh.
Llandudno Chocolate Experience – Llandudno, Wales
The museum's exhibit covers 500 years of chocolate history, as well as special tastings and activities for children. The visit also passes through an artisan chocolate studio, where production can be seen live, and a store unit. Maisie's Llandudno80 different chocolates, 16 flavors of hot chocolate and homemade fudge.
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