RNS Number:9467O
Thorntons PLC
22 August 2003


Immediate release                                       22 August 2003



                               Thorntons PLC


Thorntons PLC, the manufacturer, retailer and distributor of high quality
confectionery and other sweet foods, will be announcing Preliminary Results for
the year ended 28 June 2003 on Tuesday, 9 September 2003.

An analysts' briefing will be held at 8.30am at Buchanan Communications, 107
Cheapside, London EC2V 6DN.



For further information:

Buchanan Communications                                Tel: 020 7466 5000
Charles Ryland / Catherine Miles



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