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Debenhams sale
Hi, Sorry I'm not sure if this is the right section. But, Debenhams 70% off blue cross sale ends today. Will there be any sales soon? I ask because I saw a comment somewhere that they may have something starting tomorrow, can anyone confirm this please? Also, I received a leaflet in an order from another retailer, who has…
Kids badge maker/ID card
Hi, I've got an idea for an 8yr old boy to get him either a badge maker or some kind of ID card type maker - he's really into spy games etc, so thought he might like to design his own cards. Not finding anything which isn't extremely girly or very expensive. Looking to spend £10-15. Does anyones kids have anything similar…
Which? Best buy kettles
Hi there, Our kettle is slowly dying and before it goes for good I thought I'd do a bit of research. Right now we are maxed out on £1 Which trials, would anyone be so kind to take a quick look and let me know which are the best buys? Thanks! :wave:
Laura mercier smokey eye kit £10
Sorry not sure if this is in the right place but I just purchased a Laura Mercier smokey eye kit for £10 in the space nk sale. Also a code available for free delivery for new customers
I want to send a phone back to Vodafone for a refund. How hard can it be?
I bought an expensive mobile phone on pay as you go from Vodafone and it was delivered last Wednesday (20th). I now wish to return it for a refund - the box has never been opened. Vodafone's terms on their website state that I have the right to return it for any reason as long as I notify them within 14 days of receipt by…
Cancelled and refunded order delivered weeks later
So, as the title says, a few hours ago today, an order from Amazon that was cancelled and refunded a few weeks ago was delivered. Before I go on, I apologise for this massive wall of text. I just want to get all of the details straight and laid out. Here's the full situation: I ordered two parts on Amazon to replace one…
MSE News: Brantano goes into administration: what it means for you
Discount shoe retailer Brantano has called in administrators, becoming the first major retailer to do so after a tough Christmas for high street shops...Read the full story: 'Brantano goes into administration: what it means for you' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply. If you…
Tesco voucher question
Assume I have £20 in vouches and the goldsmiths offer 3x your voucher worth so I'd get £60 to spend. If I buy something for £60, can I be sneaky and return a few days later for £60 cash? Or will they only allow me to exchange the item for another £60 item?
Star wars films?
Hi guys My partner seen the new Star Wars film on sunday and has asked for the dvd box set of them all now, does anyone know where I can get this, have looked at amazon and there seems to be 3 sets of 3 and don't understand what is what? lol, looked on hmv and they only seem to have blue ray or sound track. thanks
Delivery from US to UK for US only deliveries
Afternoon all, I'm looking to buy a new watch (Pebble Round) and noticed that in the UK they are £230, whilst in the US they are $200. Both have a 10% off offer so the US one comes in at ~£125. Unfortunately they only ship the US bought ones to US address. I realise I'd have to pay duty and shipping but it still works out…
Home fragrances only £5
brill price for wax tart melts for your home, awesome smells! deliciousmelts.co.uk:money:
Aldi Online Shopping is coming (wine and then non food)
Sign up to the emails to get notification of when it starts. https://www.aldi.co.uk/en/about-aldi/useful-information/aldi-online-shopping-is-coming/ That’s right, the rumours are true. We’re launching a new online shopping site for wine and non-food Specialbuys. We’ll soon be bringing some of our great quality, great value…
Sports Direct - Welwyn Garden City
The re-located store is closing later this month. Everything reduced, to various degrees.
Amazon - free £7 credit with £30 gift card (invitation only offer)
Check your Amazon homepage! Had an offer on the homescreen of the Amazon app this morning. Buy a £30 gift card and get £7 promotional credit in my Amazon account. Promo credit valid on all products sold by Amazon (not just a digital rubbish credit). Bought my husband a gift card (was going to buy it for myself - to my own…
Primark refund advice..
I'm not sure if I've posted in the correct place so feel free to move me! :) I need advice on a refund. I purchased a pair of thermal leggings in Primark about a week and a half ago. I have bought items from Primark before so I am well aware that they do not accept refunds on briefs/boxers, cosmetics and pierced jewellery.…
Accidental Next credit account.
I recently bought a nightie on the next online site as a Christmas present for my mum and was told that if I signed up for an account then I would get £10 off, I had just assumed it was the normal type of online account and didn't realise that it had anything to do with credit. I'm a first year student at university and…
swarvoski bracelets
excuse my spelling of the brand but ive seen they have the different colour mesh like bracelet for £24 for single and £34 for double I was looking to get one for my mam for her birthday and maybe one for myself but don't know if the double is worth the extra £10 . does anyone have these and is it worth it
advice on returning to Tesco direct
so i bought a tumble dryer from Tesco direct, it broke after two days? i phoned them to tell them the problem and ask for a refund, thats were the problem started..... they have to send an engineer to look at it to confirm its faulty as so many people send things back that are not faulty apparantly? this is not there…
Tesco Direct click & collect £2 charge
I had an email from Tesco today to say there is now a £2 charge for click and collect from stores for orders under £30. I found C&C useful for DD in uni to buy things and she can collect from her local store for free.
Bought some CD's off amazon....
I hope this in the right place if not please move... So I just got back from Holiday over Christmas & New Year... Yesterday. Ok so I got some Amazon vouchers for Christmas £50+£25 So I Bought Fallout 4 (PS4) (Amazon) Quiet Storm Aly & Fila (CD) (Amazon) Future Sound Of Egypt Vol 3 Mixed By Aly & Fila (CD) (Amazon) All the…

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