I’ve ordered these chocolates many times for my missus, Old Bank House is her no 1 chocolate shop. All her favourites were in stock and delivered in plenty of time for Christmas. Excellent quality as... See more
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After visiting the Ambleside shop while on holiday in June my husband loved the marzipan logs so I ordered more. Lovely friendly couple run the shop. We bought a big chocolate dinosaur for our 4 year... See more
This company are the best at what they do by a country mile . Their chocolate is ridiculously good have never tasted chocolate this good . And I am fussy . You will not be disappointed . Their shop in... See more
Great chocolate, safely delivered and in the timescale you say. Meeting expectations is always the best way by setting achievable goals. Really pleased that I remembered to order in time so my favour... See more
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Handmade Chocolates & Truffles in the Lake District Family Business (Farran family & co.) Shop location: Lake Road, Ambleside Online shop @ www.oldbankchocolates.co.uk Old Bank House Chocolate Shop was founded by owners Mark & Michelle Farran 30 years ago, transforming what was formerly the town of Ambleside’s old District Bank into a luxury confectionary shop in 1992.
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Old Bank House, Lake Road, LA22 0AD, Ambleside, United Kingdom
- 0153 943 2422
- enquiries@oldbankchocolates.co.uk
- oldbankchocolates.co.uk
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Dipped Flakes & Choclate coated fudge
Ease of ordering a great selection of items. I would highly recommend.
October 9, 2025
A fantastic service again… a special…
A fantastic service again… a special birthday for my daughter and she has always loved your chocolate
When she receives them, she will be so pleased, as many happy holidays in the Lake District.
July 31, 2025
The Bank House Chocolate Shop always…produces top quality luxurious chocolates.
The Bank House Chocolate Shop always produces the most amazing, delicious, varied range of top quality chocolates. The personal service that you get is the best.
I recently ordered a Luxury box for my Husbands 65th birthday. The packaging was secure and well wrapped meaning the chocolates arrived in top condition. Thank you for the extra treat!
June 17, 2025
Great experience and products.
June 4, 2025
Brilliant chocolate
Brilliant chocolate, so much flavour.
The customer service is also fantastic
May 20, 2025
Well packaged and lovely chocolates.
Lovely wee chocolates very well packaged. Thank you! Support real shops!
May 6, 2025
The chocolates...if anything...were far…
The chocolates...if anything...were far too delicious.
They went very quickly.
Highly recommend.
May 9, 2025
Brilliant choices.
Excellent chocolates with lots of choice in store. We will definitely return. Friendly and helpful staff.
May 3, 2025
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Beautiful chocolates so difficult to…
Beautiful chocolates so difficult to find but we loved the milk chocolate orange fondants will definitely be back for more!!
April 24, 2025
I Purchased Rum Truffles
I Purchased Rum Truffles, they were delicious. Highly recommend.
April 21, 2025
The chocolates are delicious and yhe…
The chocolates are delicious and yhe service is always brilliant. They are a must to visit if you are in Ambleside
April 14, 2025
Superb service as always we love to…
Superb service as always we love to call in when we are away in the lakes but know we can always get some lovely chocolates sent home when we are missing them cant wait to be calling in again soon
April 8, 2025
Best chocolate Turkish Delight
So glad I can re-stock buying on line, rather than only when on holiday in the lake District!
March 27, 2025
Great product
Great product. First mail order as I have been unable to get to the shop recently. Excellent response and delivery
March 20, 2025
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