IT’S not too late to bag some bargain Christmas presents this festive season.
Some big retailers have launched early sales to give shoppers a chance to pick up discounted presents for Christmas Day.
Several major brands including New Look, Next, The Range and Amazon have slashed prices ahead of Boxing Day in just over a week.
If you’re just looking to take advantage of some major savings, there’s lots to choose from.
We’ve had a look to find which places have sales on already and how much you could save.
Remember though, you should always shop around when looking to buy anything in a sale.
You might find it cheaper elsewhere, or it might be worth waiting to get it at an even lower price later on.
You could also use price comparison sites like Latest Deals, Camel Camel Camel, moneysavingexpert.com and pricespy.co.uk.
Amazon
Amazon UK’s Last Minute Deals are currently live, and don’t end until December 22.
The online retailer will then be launching its Boxing Day Sales between December 26 and 31.
There are some big savings on offer across various different departments like fragrances, tech, beauty and clothing.
Good news for last-minute shoppers – Amazon will be taking same day deliveries right up until the morning of Christmas Eve.
The online retailer will also be offering next day deliveries up to Friday December 23 in the evening, meaning your items will arrive the day before Christmas.
Both same day and next day delivery is free for Amazon Prime members, but those without Prime will have to pay between £3.95 and £5.49 for next day delivery or £5.99 for same day.
Ikea
The Ikea winter sale launched on Monday and will be running until January 8, 2023.
It has savings of up to 50% across a range of items including home and outdoor furniture, children’s accessories, and soft furnishings.
The sale is available both online and in store.
You can find your closest Ikea using its handy tool on the website.
We’ve asked Ikea when the last date shoppers can make orders online will be and will update this article when we hear back.
Tesco
Parents looking for last minute toy bargains in the run up to Christmas – take note.
Tesco launched its last “up to half price” toy sale on December 12.
It is offering reductions from between 10% to 50% for Clubcard members.
Nearly 400 of Tesco’s regular toy stock features among the bargains in the Clubcard Prices sale which runs until December 28.
The sale is both online and in store so you can bag some of the bargains as part of your weekly shop.
You can get a Tesco Clubcard for free and earn points as you shop, as well as getting cheaper prices.
You can then use the points to get vouchers for money off food or other rewards like discounts on day trips.
Each time you spend £1 in store and online, you get one point when you scan your card or app.
You can register for a Clubcard online or in store, and it’s free to join.
New Look
Clothing retailer New Look has launched an up to 60% off sale so you can grab gifts in time for the big day.
The sale is available online and stores also have their own versions too, but do bear in mind stock will differ from store to store.
Offers are available on women’s, men’s, girls’ and boy’s clothing.
The last order date for New Look before Christmas is December 21.
For DPD delivery to arrive before 6pm you’ll need to order before 8pm on Christmas Eve.
This option costs £5.99.
New Look’s Express delivery option will also get your order delivered on December 24 and you have to order before 4pm. This option costs £3.99.
Lidl
Lidl launched a giant toy sale on November 28 and prices start from as little as £1.69.
The German discounter is selling everything from magnetic drawing boards to a Barbie Dream Camper this year.
The discount supermarket doesn’t have an online service so you’ll have to head to your closest store to bag the bargains.
You can find your nearest Lidl on the website.
Argos
Argos has a big sale on at the moment with up to 50% off on toys and games.
You can also save up to a 1/3 on watches and jewellery.
You can order online or head to your closest Argos to pick up the discounted items.
Argos customers will be able to order up to 1pm on Christmas Eve for same-day fast track delivery before 6pm.
Same day and next day delivery will continue to be offered throughout December.
All delivery slots are booked on a first come, first served basis.
Fast track same day delivery costs £5.95, while fast track and standard delivery costs from £3.95.
The Range
The Range is famous for its discount prices all year round, but this week they’ve gone one step further.
It has a 30% sale on Christmas items, meaning that if you’re on the hunt for new decorations, dining sets, and homeware to deck out your house this festive season, you’re in luck.
There’s also a big 50% clearance sale on at the moment too.
The sales are both available online and in store.
If you’re looking to get your order before Christmas, the last date you can order is on December 21.
Express and Nominated Day Delivery start from £4.95.
You can find estimated delivery dates on each product page.
B&M
B&M is another favourite for bargain hunters and if you’re looking to buy before Christmas you’re in luck.
The discount store is offering 2 for £20 on selected kids toys in the run-up to the big day.
This offer is available online and we’ve asked B&M if you can get it in store too.
Regular delivery (4 – 7 working days) costs from £3.95 depending on the size of the item.
Unfortunately, deliveries are no longer guaranteed for Christmas.
B&M says it will dispatch and deliver orders as fast as they can.
John Lewis
John Lewis has several different offers on right now with up to 50% off on certain lines.
For example, there’s up to 50% off on lighting, womenswear and menswear.
You can also get 20% on toys and 40% off on furniture.
The offers are available online and in store, but prices to vary so make sure you check before you commit to a purchase.
For those looking to buy before Christmas you can order by December 22 and it’ll arrive the next day.
It costs £7.50 for this option and you must order before 4pm.
Next
Next has a huge clearance sale on at the moment with up to 50% off sale items.
This is for women’s, men’s, boy’s, and girl’s clothes as well as on homeware.
You can order online and browse your nearest store to find some bargains.
Stock will differ from store to store so bear that in mind.
The last date that you can make an order before Christmas is December 22 and it’ll come the next day.
This costs £4.50 and you must order before 11pm.
Boots
Boots is currently offering its “last minute deals for less” sale.
It includes up to 20% off on beauty and fragrances, as well as luxury gifts.
There’s also a 3 for 2 deal on gift sets, perfect for a Christmas gift.
To get it before Christmas you’ll have to order before December 19.
You can get this for free if you spend £25 or more, standard delivery is £3.75 and next day is £4.95.
As always, make sure to factor in delivery costs before you commit to a purchase and try to look around for better deals.
Lots of other shops are also launching sales in the coming weeks either for the end of the season or for clearance of Christmas stock.
So, bear this in mind if there’s something you don’t need right away.
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