The Lolly Pot is a sweet shop at 40 Conical Hill Rd in the alpine village of Hanmer Springs. It holds a Google rating of 4.1 from 158 reviews, and visitors mention the range of lollies and the wide selection. Some find it pricey, and one reviewer notes that payment is by cash or NZ debit card only, so check before you go.
A good lolly shop is a pick-and-mix pleasure: jars and trays of old-fashioned boiled sweets, jellies, chocolates and novelty treats, sold by weight so everyone can build their own bag. Prices are usually higher than at a supermarket, so it helps to decide how much to spend before you start scooping. Keep an eye out for nostalgic favourites and local or regional treats, which are often the best finds, and ask staff if you are looking for something specific. In a holiday village like Hanmer Springs, a lolly stop after a soak or a walk is a small family ritual.
For visitors and children of all ages in Hanmer Springs, The Lolly Pot is an easy stop for a bag of sweets.