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The Great British Shop | Online British Grocer

Welcome to The Great British Shop – your ultimate destination for authentic and imported British food and drinks in Canada! Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, our family-run British store offers an expansive selection of traditional British food and beverages, all shipped directly from the UK. Discover our unique assortment—from the rich, indulgent Cadbury and silky Galaxy chocolates to crisp McVitie’s biscuits, tangy Branston pickles, and the iconic HP Sauce and Haywards Pickles. Whether you’re craving traditional fare or looking to explore legendary British brands, our online British shop has something to delight every palate. Enjoy low fixed-rate shipping across Canada and experience the true taste of Britain today!

Our Halifax Store

Welcome to The Great British Shop in Halifax, Nova Scotia – Canada's premier British store, recently honoured with the Canadian Choice Award for Best Grocery Store in Halifax 2025. Our flagship physical location is celebrated for its warm community spirit and 5-star customer service. Step into a true British atmosphere, complete with bunting, Union Jacks, and the lively sounds of British music.

Discover authentic British delights, including traditional meats like black pudding, Scottish haggis, and square (Lorne) sausage – rare finds in Nova Scotia and the Maritime Provinces. Your eyes will light up at our stocked bakery counters stretching 18ft, loaded with our daily-fresh baked goods, from savoury sausage rolls and meat pies to delectable Bakewell tarts and fresh cream Victoria sponge cakes.

Experience the best of British food and culture right here in Halifax, where every visit feels like a taste of home.

The Latest Great British Shop News!

  • British Biscuits
    August 10, 2025

    British Biscuits

    There’s nothing like a proper British biscuit to go with your tea, is there? If you’re in Canada and missing your favourites like McVitie’s Digestives or Jammie Dodgers, I’ve got good news. You can now get all your beloved biscuits...

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  • British Tea
    August 10, 2025

    British Tea

    Ah, tea - the lifeblood of any proper Brit. If you’ve ever tried to get a decent cuppa here in Canada, you’ll know the struggle is real. Lukewarm water, weak tea bags, and the horror of seeing someone microwave their...

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  • British Sweets
    August 10, 2025

    British Sweets

    British sweets aren’t just about sugar - they’re little bites of home for us expats. From Fruit Pastilles to Walker’s Nonsuch Toffees, these treats bring back memories of corner shops, school tuck boxes, and cheeky trades in the playground. I’m...

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