York - the Chocolate City

When the wind is blowing right you can smell the lingering aroma of chocolate across the city of York - the Chocolate City. Ever a timeless destination for visitors from around the world, York has been entertaining and sharing sweet treats with visitors for centuries, creating brands and timeless classic confectionery that made global names from the likes of Terry's and the Chocolate Orange and Rowntree's and Kit Kat.

Its rivers brought in the vital ingredients, while the railways transported the final products at speed around the country and the artisans became industrial pioneers.

Today, this sweet legacy continues with treats ranging from humbugs, cakes and fudge still produced in the city, with chocolate remaining a vital part of York’s past, present and future.

Discover more from the attractions, makers, artisans and guides that love sharing York's passion for chocolate.

Chocolate in York

York Chocolate Trail

Discover the history behind York’s chocolate foundation and follow the York Chocolate Trail for a taste experience catered to your sweet tooth.

The city celebrated 250 years of being home to the renowned confectioner Terry’s. Today, this sweet legacy continues with treats ranging from humbugs to fudge produced in the city, with chocolate remaining a vital part of York’s past, present and future.


Indulge at York's finest chocolatiers

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Cocoa Joe's

Featured on ITV's 'Ainsley Harriott's Good Mood Food', we are Independent business specialising in hot and iced drinks,…

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York's Chocolate Story

Welcome to York's Chocolate Story, the ultimate destination for families, chocolate lovers, and anyone seeking a truly …

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York Cocoa Works - Chocolate Café

York Cocoa Works is a working, learning chocolate factory where visitors can see, eat and craft their very own chocolat…

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York Cocoa Works

York Cocoa Works is a working, learning chocolate factory where visitors can see, eat and craft their very own chocolat…


Chocolate Activities & Events in York

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Experience chocolate-themed activities and events in York throughout the year!

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10th May 25

Chocolate Truffle Making Masterclass

Join us at York Cocoa Works to learn how to craft your own beautiful box of hand made chocolate truffles to your own fa…

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18th Mar 25

Bean to Bar Chocolate Masterclass

Chocolate Masterclass - Bean to Bar Chocolate Making Learn the full magic of creating chocolate from the raw bean itsel…

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16th Apr 25 - 20th Apr 25

Chocolate Easter Egg Chocolate Bar Making - York Chocolate Festival

Mould and decorate your own Easter Egg Chocolate Bar this York Chocolate Festival! Budding chocolate makers are invite…

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17th Jan 25 - 31st Dec 25

Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Tour at York Cocoa Works

Chocolate Manufactory Tasting Journey at York Cocoa Works Learn how we make chocolate at York Cocoa Works with our Choc…