Pontefract Cakes

Romneys

£1.9

Pontefract Cakes have been a beloved British confection for centuries. Dating back to the 1600s, these small black discs are named after the town of Pontefract in West Yorkshire, where they were first made. The cakes are made from a mixture of liquorice and sugar and have a unique, sweet flavor that is hard to resist. If you're a fan of liquorice, then you're sure to love Pontefract Cakes. These small, round cakes have a distinctive flavor that is both sweet and slightly bitter, with a chewy texture that is satisfying to bite into. Each bag contains 160g

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UK company
Registered at Companies House as GEORGE ROMNEY LIMITED, number 00321426. Checked 2026-08-29.
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UK operations
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British-owned
No majority shareholding traced outside the UK. Companies House.
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Where it is made
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