Originally introduced in 1958 and made from caramel and nuts, as advertised by Kenny Everett in the 1970s – “Cadbury’s Picnic has so many nutty bits it won’t stand up on its end! Look!” Cue bar falling over.
Repackaged as Lion Bars.
See also Rowntree’s rival Nutty Bar.
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