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This is a small family-run business specialising in the making of traditional handmade sweets.
The business was first established back in 1833 and the original recipes in use then are still passed down to this day, maintaining the tradition.
The present owner is Geraldene Kilcoyne, who welcomes small groups or organisations to see the processes at first hand. Phone her or use the contact link to arrange an appointment.
Just walk into this wee shop when she is making the traditional sweets - smell the aroma of cinnamon, aniseed, liquorice and cloves!
It can take your breath away, and older visitors may recall the joys of the old-fashioned shops of yesteryear, when these aromas greeted shoppers and passers by.
But the modern shoppers' palate can also be tempted with afull selection of widely enjoyed favourites, from the large display of 'weigh-out' jars in the front shop.
Kirriemuir is nestled at the foot of the Angus Glens. It is a small picturesque town with buildings made from red sandstone, hence its name ' The Little Red Town'.
Kirriemuir is famous for being the birthplace of J.M. Barrie, the author of books such as Peter Pan and A Window in Thrums. He took much of his inspiration for his books from the people of Kirriemuir and their close community spirit. The house where he was born has been turned into a museum owned by the National Trust for Scotland and tells of his young life in a small town centred on the production of linen cloth.
The 'Star Rock Shop' was established in 1833 by David Ferguson. It is situated in the old narrow street known as the 'Roods', which is pedestrianised as it is too narrow for modern traffic. On the outside the shop itself has not changed much throughout its history, inside the shelves are laiden with sweet jars and chocolate boxes. All the sweets made on the premises are boiled using the original recipes, with no preservatives or additives.
Close to where J.M. Barrie is laid to rest is a legacy he left to Kirriemuir, The Camera Obscura and the Cricket Pavillion are sited on 'the Hill', where there are panoramic views to the north of the Grampians. The camera is one of only a few remaining in Britain.
Glamis Castle is only a 5 minute drive from the town. It attracts thousands of tourists each year. The Queen Mother spent much of her happy childhood there and Princess Margaret was born there.
Since 1833 the Star Rock Shop has created mouth-watering confections for its customers. Hand-made to the traditional secret recipes using the finest ingredients. All sweets are vacum sealed in individual bags.
Hand made to the original recipe, the soothing tastes of the horehound humbug sweet is made from a blend of the white horehound herb, aniseed and a rich dark treacle. It is extremly good for sore throats & tickily coughs but fortunately you don't need either to enjoy its great taste.
Ingredients: Treacle, Sugar, Margarine & Flavourings.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
Made by hand in the traditional way to the original Star Rock recipe. The Barley Sugar is often used when travelling.
Ingredients; Syrup, Sugar, Margarine & Flavouring.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
Hand made in the traditional way, made to the original Cinnamon Humbugs Star Rock recipe, with a warming cinnamon Flavour.
Ingredients: Syrup, Sugar, Margarine & Flavouring.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
Hand made in the traditional way to the original Clove Humbug Star Rock recipe. This humbug has a hot spice flavour.
Ingredients: Syrup, Sugar, Margarine & Flavouring.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
A smooth mint flavoured humbug, hand made in the traditionl way to the original Mint Humbug Star Rock Recipe.
Ingredients: Syrup, Sugar, Margarine & Flavourings.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
This gives you a chance to taste the Star Rock, Mint Humbugs, Cinnamon Humbugs & Clove Humbugs to decide which one is your favourite? These sweets are sold in 100g units.
This unique recipe can only be found at our shop & originates back to 1833. It is pulled, rolled & cut into 4inch strands by hand in the traditional way and is not only popular with the people of Kirriemuir but is also shipped around the world. It has a subtle buttery lemon flavour and has a wonderful colour of varing shades of gold running through it.
Ingredients: Sugar, Golden Syrup, Margarine & Flavouring.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
Made by hand in the traditional way,this is a unique recipe that originated in 1833 by the founder of the shop.It can be brought in humbug form or in strands of rock. Star Rock is extremly popular and we ship it around the world.The flavour is a subtle buttery lemon.
Ingredients:Sugar, Golden Syrup,Margarine & Flavourings.These sweets are sold in 100g units.
Tablet is one of Scotlands oldest and popular sweeties. A rich & creamy hard fudge with a crumblie texture that melts in the mouth.
Ingredients: Butter, Cream Milk &
Sugar. The tablet is sold in 100g units.
Star Rock Shop
27-29 Roods, Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland
Tel: 01575 572579
Fax: 01575 572579
Geraldene Kilcoyne: geraldene@thestarrockshop.co.uk
Now you too can experience the Star Rock shop's favourites even if you are distant. Our online store let's you order confectionery, creams and soaps.
