1Maxwell's - London
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy What better place to devour a freakshake than Maxwell's, one of the very first joints to introduce London to the craze? We'll give you a hint, there isn't one. With monstrous shakes topped with giant, sugary doughnuts, huge marshmallows and Oreo ice-cream sandwiches, it's clear that these guys don't do things half heartedly, so you shouldn't either. Clear your diary for the weekend, wear 'those' stretchy pants and go get your freakshake on.
2Barley and Beans - Liverpool
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Liverpool's finally getting a taste of the mega sensation that's got us all hooked. Not only do Barley and Beans offer an all-day breakfast and mouth watering burgers, they're also the only joint in Liverpool to concoct these glorious shakes. From peanut butter and banana to salted caramel, they have 'em all. And for those daredevils who are brave enough to take up the Godzilla challenge - a milkshake laden with doughnuts, brownies, Oreo dust, drizzled with chocolate and ice cream - may the force be with you.
3Canvas Cafe - London
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Worried that you won't be able to enjoy freakshakes because you chose the vegan path in life? Think again. London's Canvas Cafe make theirs 100% vegan. Best of all? They're primed with fresh, seasonal ingredients (including avocado, coconut, and beetroot) so you won't feel QUITE as guilty afterwards.To top it off (literally), they make their own ice-cream, and their own cakes. Put that in your freakshake and suck it.
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4Lily Bakes Cakes - Glasgow
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Lily Bakes Cakes is way ahead of the game when it comes to confectionary creativity. They are known for their wild 'n' wacky cake designs but have gained a steady following since the arrival of their gobsmacking freakshakes. Expect ring doughnuts, pink marshmallows and double stuffed ice-cream sandwiches to decorate your sugary masterpiece.
5Le Freakshaker at Pond Dalston - London
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy As if being London's first ever Hawaiian restaurant with a killer hip hop tea wasn't already enough of a pull, Pond in Dalston are now responsible for firing out some drool-worthy Le Freakshaker shakes.The best part? They can, upon request, lace your concoction with lots of booze. Friends, these shakes are what dreams are made of.
6Freakshakes - Wales
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Okay, a bit of an obvious name, but Freakshakes are the new kid on the block and they're sending Wales into a craze. Word on the street is that their Twisted Nutella shake is the bomb - it comprises of Nutella, salty pretzels and chopped hazelnuts. With their shakes in high demand, they're constantly spinning out new concoctions - so keep a watchful eye on this one.
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7 Spangles - Coventry
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Ever heard of the saying 'kid in a candy store'? Well that's what you're gonna be if you take a trip to Spangles; think Charlie and the Chocolate Factory but West Midlands style. This family-run business houses over 2,000 American sweet treats. They literally stock everything from pop tarts to Jolly Ranchers. And get this, these sweet treats can be used to spruce up your milkshake monster. Are you ready for a sugar rush like no other?
8Lillie Oliver Cakes - Manchester
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Attention all coffee lovers, you need to plan a trip to Lillie Oliver Cakes in Manchester. They might be the latest spot to join freakshake rollicks, but they're ahead of the game with their enviable offerings. Queue the Freakaccino; a seductive chocolate and espresso milkshake topped with sugar-coated doughnuts, a rich brownie, dollops of ice-cream and lashings of chocolate syrup. Move over morning cappuccino, there's a cooler beverage in town.
9The Great British Cupcakery - Newcastle
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy With one of the wittiest names out there (and freakshakes as tall as Michael Jordan) The Great British Cupcakery were destined to make this epic list. This Geordie store might be more known for its eloquent and tasty cakes, but since launching 'Geet Big Shakes Up North', they've been hailed as Newcastle's freakshake haven. Think larger-than-life jars overflowing with creamy cheesecake and caramel brownies. Staying true to their roots, they've got an array of Geordie filled flavours that warrant a trip up to this Northern city.
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10Molly Bakes - London
Bear Grylls//Digital Spy Molly Bakes is home to some of the most infamous freakshakes in the UK, and if you haven't heard of her calorific concoctions, we're going to fall out. Her mason jars are stacked sky-high with everything from gooey chocolate brownies to freshly baked cookies, and you can take your pick from four delicious flavours; chocolate, peanut butter, raspberry or caramel. You need to start making plans to visit Hackney pronto, her freakshakes are calling your name.
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