Popular Cotswolds sweet shop closes for refurbishment

The Sweet Shop Burford, located on the hilly High Street in the town, has been open since 2002.

While the Burford store is 24 years old, the company behind it established its very first store in nearby Broadway back in 1986.

Reviews are favourable for the longstanding confectionery store, with it being praised for its classic feel.

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The sign displayed at The Sweet Shop Burford. (Image: Newsquest)

“Old school sweet shop with glass jars, small candies, and some more commercial items,” said one customer on Tripadvisor.

“It is small, but there is a lot in here – enough to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.

“We entered for a small sweet and ended up taking away quite a sack of treats!”

Another added: “We picked up some lovely Christmas presents in this traditional sweet shop.

“Lots of choice and prices very reasonable. Glad I don’t live too near!”

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A third said: “An unexpected pleasure awaited me as I enjoyed browsing all the delicious food that was beautifully displayed. Fresh and special!”

Having been open as usual earlier this year, The Sweet Shop is currently closed for renovations.

It is expected that the popular spot will reopen later this year in the summer, but no exact reopening date has yet been given.

A sign displayed in the window says: “Customer notice. We are now closed for refurbishment.

“We look forward to welcoming you back in the summer. Thank you!”