A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
A pink-fronted sweetshop full of seaside nostalgia
A pink-fronted sweetshop full of seaside nostalgia
The cheerful pink shop on Fore Street is a Salcombe institution, with a history stretching back to 1869. Inside, shelves of labelled jars and colourful displays turn choosing a few sweets into part of the outing. Browse traditional favourites, pick and mix, liquorice, bonbons and Devon fudge, or take home a little edible reminder of the coast. It is an easy stop to weave into a wander through the town.
The lovely little details
- Traditional sweets, pick and mix and Devon fudge
- Family-run shop with a history dating to 1869
- Distinctive pink frontage on Fore Street
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
Worth a closer look
Traditional sweets, pick and mix and Devon fudge
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
Find the shop at 78 Fore Street, Salcombe, Devon TQ8 8BY. The map pin shows the Salcombe town area; use the street address for the entrance.
Before you set off
Browse during opening hours. For current times or enquiries, call 01548 843493.
Opening times
Current weekly hours are not confirmed on the official website. Contact the Salcombe shop on 01548 843493.
Check the detailsA useful local detail
Look down at the floor: the blue-and-white tiles mark the original shop; the all-blue area was once the family’s living space.
Check the detailsDetails checked 25 October 2026. Opening times, menus and access arrangements can change; confirm anything essential directly before travelling.
About this feature & our sources
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