When Were Flumps Invented?

#OnThisDay 1977: The Flumps made their television debut. From left to right: Father, Perkin, Pootle (the best one), Mother, Posy and Grandfather. A lady invented them she cut up an old fur coat to make them!

When were Flumps first made?

Boiled sweets, originally 'cheap versions of crystallised fruits' appeared around 1820 while the British seaside staple rock, complete with the letters through the middle, is thought to have been invented in Morecambe in the 1830s.

Are Flumps marshmallow?

So what is the difference between Flumps and marshmallows? Well, whilst both are marshmallow sweets, we just cannot hide our love for classic Flumps with their unique shape, texture, and colours.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.