Hotel Chocolat full year revenue has increased by 12% to £116 million and said it delivered a "strong” year.

The chocolatier said they're expecting pre-tax profit for the 52 weeks ending 1 July to be in line with market expectations.

They've opened 15 stores during this period which contributed 6% to group sales year-on-year.

Angus Thirlwell, co-founder and chief executive of Hotel Chocolat, said: "Hotel Chocolat has had another strong year. Whilst there has been considerable recent media coverage of retail generally, we are encouraged by the performance of both our new and existing locations.

“Customers are continuing to respond well to our luxury brand and lifestyle propositions. During the recent heatwave in the UK, our new Chilled Chocolat drinks, unique Chocs to Chill, Ice Cream of the Gods and improved Cocoa Beers have been very popular.”