Wigton, Cumbria · Great Taste ★★ 2025
The chocolates are handmade by one person. Here he is.
Ex-Royal Navy chef, self-taught chocolatier. The Flying Chocsman is named after years travelling the length of Britain from his hometown in Scotland — and every bonbon is still made by hand, with fresh ganache, in Cumbria.
- Belgian chocolate
- Fresh ganache, made by hand
- New flavours every month
- Ice-packed for summer posting
What 614 people actually said
Every review below is a real, verified Judge.me review from their own shop.
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Absolute gem of a chocolate business. Every chocolate feels thoughtfully handmade, with rich flavours and a clear sense of care behind the craft. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself when you want something special.
Chloe DoddVerified review -
The BEST chocolates ever, look fab and taste amazing. Delivered quickly and carefully wrapped.
Shirley GilchristBuild a Box of 12 -
Totally exceeded expectations in look and taste except though for one thing, after we finished the last one the box didn't magically fill back up again! Absolutely first class, highly recommend.
Marek BaldyThe Complete Summer Collection -
Absolute visually stunning chocolates that would make an amazing gift. I purchased the collection box and struggled to decide on my favourite as all were delicious.
Kaelan MarsdenVerified review
Two stars at the Great Taste Awards, 2025
Judged blind by chefs and buyers, on flavour alone. The shells are hand-painted with coloured cocoa butter, the fillings are fresh ganache made in small batches, and the flavours change every month rather than sitting still.
- ★★Great Taste, 2025
- 614verified reviews
- 97%rated five stars
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Pick your own flavours, or take the lot.
Made by hand in Cumbria. Posted anywhere in the UK.
In warm weather every order is packed with ice packs and dispatched on the cooler days, so it arrives the way it left.
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