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The Best Chocolate Makers in the North East and Yorkshire Chocolate Fayre
Eat and Drink
July 2025
Reading time 3 Minutes

Indulge in a sweet treat for World Chocolate Day on 7th July

This World Chocolate Day, why not celebrate with the best local chocolate shops?
The Canny Chocolate Company The Canny Chocolate Company

North East


The Canny Chocolate Company

Founder and owner, Kevin Reay is passionate about all things chocolate. His original and daring recipes have granted him a reputation for bold creativity, refined flavour profiles and exceptional quality. The shop and chocolate factory are located in the heart of South Shields, and you can book one of their workshops or demonstrations.
Unit 301, South Shields Business Works, Henry Robson Way NE33 1RF
0191 427 4590
thecannychocolatecompany.com

La Chocolatrice

La Chocolatrice founder Zoê is on a mission to bring the magic of French chocolates to the North East. Their range of products spans across chocolate bars, bonbons, lollies, buttons and more, all handmade, visually stunning and exceptionally tasty. Why not get involved? La Chocolatrice run chocolate-making workshops every weekend, including Chocolate Truffle Making and Chocolate Bar Making Birthday Parties.
Unit 1 Commercial Rd E, Coxhoe, Durham DH6 4LD
0191 389 7071
lachocolatrice.co.uk

Chocolate Fayre

Chocolate Fayre took on a new look in 2019 after husband and wife team Kenny and Sarah expanded the business to a bigger location. Alongside their range of chocolate products they now sell artisan coffee, loose leaf tea and their signature hot chocolate. Add a personal touch with one of their build-your-own selection boxes that make a perfect gift for loved ones (or a treat for yourself).
10 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 8LZ
01833 631307
chocolatefayre.co.uk

Cabosse

This quaint chocolate shop in Warkworth makes the most delicious handmade chocolates and figurines. Their dark chocolate orange box makes for a brilliant gift, and the creative figurines are a lovely added touch. Don’t forget to pick up an Italian coffee or one of their famous hot chocolates made with real chocolate for the journey home.
5 Dial Place, Warkworth NE65 0UR
01665 712644
cabossechocolates.co.uk

The Chocolate Smiths

From the humble beginnings of owner Steffi’s kitchen and selling on Tynemouth Market, to a factory unit in North Shields and being featured on the BBC, this company is passionate about all things chocolate. Home to the Bizarre Chocolate Bar, the flavour combinations here are endless. Choose from the choc chip maple pancake bar or the limited summer edition raspberry pistachio pavlova bar – delicious.
0191 447 0790
thechocolatesmiths.com

La Chocolatrice La Chocolatrice
The Chocolate Smiths The Chocolate Smiths
C’est Chocolat C’est Chocolat
Birdgate Chocolatiers Birdgate Chocolatiers

Yorkshire


Birdgate Chocolatiers

Located in the market town of Pickering on the edge of North York Moors National Park, Birdgate Chocolatiers produce an excellent range of handmade chocolates for all occasions. Many of their ingredients are locally sourced, including heather honey, rhubarb and hand-roasted coffee. They also make their own ice cream with fresh cream and free range eggs in a range of flavours such as lime, salted caramel and sour cherry.
14 Birdgate, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7AL
01751 477755
birdgatechocolatiers.com

Chox Chocolates

An independent chocolatier with shops near Wakefield and a newly-opened location in Holmfirth. Handmade chocolates are their speciality, from selection boxes to sharing slabs, and they offer a vast selection of flavours, from Sorrento orange to dark chocolate cherry (make sure to try their top selling classic salted caramel).
Blacker Hall Farm, Calder Grove, Wakefield WF4 3DN
6-8 Hollowgate, Holmfirth HD9 2DG
07886 590143
choxchocolates.co.uk

Inspired Chocolate

Inspired Chocolate are nestled on the outskirts of Leyburn. They specialise in fancy chocolates, truffles, bars and even chocolate shoes. Personalise a sweet treat with their build a box service and select from their wide range of flavours, such as apple pie, blueberry and lime and their signature Yorkshire rose truffle. Make sure to visit their dog friendly café to try some of their delicious homemade cakes and treats.
Chocolate House, Leyburn Business Park, Leyburn DL8 5QA
01969 625288
inspiredchocolate.co.uk

C’est Chocolat

This well-established chocolate shop is something of a hidden gem. Their team of both Belgian and British chocolatiers offer a unique selection of award-winning chocolates – choose from their range of marzipans, fondants and caramels alongside their delicious butter creams and ganaches. Make sure to keep an eye out for their seasonal and speciality ranges that can be browsed both in–store and online.
23 High Street, Wetherby LS22 6LR
01937 582772
cestchocolat.co.uk

Lauden Chocolate

Lauden Chocolate are dedicated to providing the finest selection of chocolates and their passion shines through their products. This brand offer a classic range, alongside award-winning vegan collections and even healthy snacks.
0113 224 9128
laudenchocolate.com

– TOP OF THE CHOCS –


Dream Bar Bundle, £22.95 La Chocolatrice, Coxhoe

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Tin of Sardines, £5.95 The Canny Chocolate Co, South Shields

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Salted Caramel (Box of 20), £24 Lauden Chocolate, Leeds

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