A CHOCOLATE shop was graced with the presence of sporting royalty yesterday with a visit from an Olympic hero.

The Castle Chocolates shop in Carlyle’s Court welcomed hammer thrower Nick Miller to their store and told of their delight on Facebook.

“We had a visit from one of Carlisle’s Olympic heroes yesterday. Nick Miller who finished sixth in Men’s Hammer in Tokyo came to sample our goods.

“Big congratulations to Nick for his performance.”

There was also a look to the future and an exclusive vow on Mr Miller’s part that he already is looking forward to the next chapter in his career.

They said: “He’s already told us he’s looking to head up the leader board in Paris.”