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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Aldi's £6 inflatables that you can fold & pop in suitcase are flying off the shelves – they're perfect for family hols
WHETHER you're visiting your local lido or planning a sunny holiday, Aldi has just the thing for you. Savvy shoppers can pick up this summer Specialbuy right now for just £5.99. 3 Aldi shoppers can pick up a budget-friendly buy that's perfect for staying cool in the hot summer weather (stock image) Credit: Getty Nothing elevates your time in the pool more than a floatable lounger or tube. Your children can play on it, and if you're lucky you might even get some time to pan out and relax. However, picking up this pool essential up when you're already abroad can end up costing your more. So to avoid inflated prices on your inflatable, why not check out your local Aldi. The middle aisle has a Lounger and Tube Assortment available for just £5.99 each. Product details According to the manufacturers, this lounger is perfect "to get you in the summer mood". It features "a cup holder for your favourite drink, an inflated backrest for support, and inflated head and arm rests for maximum comfort". This allows the user to lounge in the pool for hours on end, without turning into a prune. There is also a cutout at the end of the lounger to dip your toes in the refreshing water. Aldi shoppers can choose from the classic lounger bed, a sit 'n' float, and a swim ring. My dream pool was £40,000 so I DIYd my own 18ft version in February all for this summer heatwave - it's saved me £37,000 Shopper reactions Customers shared their excitement over the range on the Facebook group Bargain Lovers. "They seem quite good," one impressed commenter wrote on a picture of the Bestway buys. "Need the chair or lilo with arms in my life," said another Facebook user. "I need to go to Aldi," commented a third person. And if you're more of a home body, Aldi has a bargain buy for your garden. Other Aldi summer buys You can create your own sunny holiday experience with the retailer's paddling pool. And you can add another summer touch to your garden, this time for the adult's. Aldi also has a wide range of camping and festival gear currently available. Plus, all the other summer buys that have hit the Specialbuy section in Aldi. 3 Aldi shoppers shared their excitement over the Bestway inflatables available from the Specialbuy section Credit: Facebook
The Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Aldi's £6 inflatables that you can fold & pop in suitcase are flying off the shelves – they're perfect for family hols
WHETHER you're visiting your local lido or planning a sunny holiday, Aldi has just the thing for you. Savvy shoppers can pick up this summer Specialbuy right now for just £5.99. Nothing elevates your time in the pool more than a floatable lounger or tube. Your children can play on it, and if you're lucky you might even get some time to pan out and relax. However, picking up this pool essential up when you're already abroad can end up costing your more. So to avoid inflated prices on your inflatable, why not check out your local Aldi. The middle aisle has a Lounger and Tube Assortment available for just £5.99 each. Product details According to the manufacturers, this lounger is perfect "to get you in the summer mood". It features "a cup holder for your favourite drink, an inflated backrest for support, and inflated head and arm rests for maximum comfort". This allows the user to lounge in the pool for hours on end, without turning into a prune. There is also a cutout at the end of the lounger to dip your toes in the refreshing water. Aldi shoppers can choose from the classic lounger bed, a sit 'n' float, and a swim ring. My dream pool was £40,000 so I DIYd my own 18ft version in February all for this summer heatwave - it's saved me £37,000 Shopper reactions Customers shared their excitement over the range on the Facebook group Bargain Lovers. "They seem quite good," one impressed commenter wrote on a picture of the Bestway buys. "Need the chair or lilo with arms in my life," said another Facebook user. "I need to go to Aldi," commented a third person. And if you're more of a home body, Aldi has a bargain buy for your garden. IF it's middle aisle buys that you're looking here, some of the new items you won't want to miss. Shoppers recently went wild for Aldi's new 'pregnancy and menopause essential' - and it's only £6.99. Garden enthusiasts raced to nab a £6.99 buy that will add style to any garden in an instant. A £12.99 garden find left shoppers open-mouthed - but you'll need to sprint to nab it. If you're looking to light up your garden this summer, you won't want to miss this £8.99 solar light. Other Aldi summer buys You can create your own sunny holiday experience with the retailer's paddling pool. And you can add another summer touch to your garden, this time for the adult's. Aldi also has a wide range of camping and festival gear currently available. Plus, all the other summer buys that have hit the Specialbuy section in Aldi. 3
The Sun
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘Bargain' £5 teacher gift is scanning at 59p in B&M but people say they ‘must roll their eyes' & would ‘rather get wine'
SHOPPERS have been left totally divided by a £5 teacher gift from B&M. So with the end of school term fast approaching, if you aren't sure what to get your little one 's teacher, you've come to the right place. 2 2 One bargain hunter was left stunned when browsing the aisles in her local B&M store, when she spotted a gift that's sure to be great for all chocolate loving teachers - and even better, it's now been reduced. But while Stacy thought the purse-friendly gift would be 'thoughtful', not everyone was as keen. Posting on BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More, a public Facebook group with 855,100 members, Stacy uploaded a snap of the Thank You Teacher Chocolate Card, leaving many open-mouthed. Alongside her post, the savvy shopper penned: 'Spotted these in B&M. I know the chocolate isn't worth £5 but thought they were still thoughtful.' According to B&M bosses, this affordable and "unique" find, which is said to now be scanning at tills for just 59p, is the perfect gift for any teacher at the end of term. It includes an 'irresistible selection' of chocolate favourites from Cadbury, Galaxy, Nestle and more. It's been hailed as a 'thoughtful and delicious gift' for teachers, to say thank you for all their help and support. So if you know that your child's teacher loves munching on Twirl or Boost bars in between lessons, you'll need to move quickly to nab this. Stacy's post has quickly amassed 466 likes and 119 comments, but Facebook users were left totally divided by the high-street buy. While some thought it was an 'absolute bargain', others described it as 'clutter' and believed teachers would 'hate' it. I'm a teacher & there are four end of term gifts I can't STAND receiving Not only this, but numerous shoppers claimed to have spotted the gift at a reduced price, as one beamed: 'Down to 59p today! Just saw them.' Whilst someone else gasped: 'Just saw them down to 59p!' Thrilled with the gift, someone else wrote: ' Chocolate bars are over £1 each so to say you get the chocolate and the board for a fiver is an absolute bargain.' Meanwhile, another user penned: 'Love this!' Should you buy a teacher a gift? IF you are wondering whether or not to buy your child's teacher an end-of-year gift, look no further... As the summer holidays fast approach, Fabulous Senior Digital Writer and mum-of-two Sarah Bull weighs in on whether you should feel obliged to buy your kids' teachers a present to mark the end of term. Sarah said: "It can be pricey trying to keep the kids entertained during six weeks off school. "But before the end of term, parents all over the country are also trying to budget for gifts for their kids' teachers too. "With teachers, teaching assistants, SEN specialists and other beloved staff members to buy for, it can be an expensive business. "And while lots of schools actively discourage parents from spending their money on end-of-term presents for teachers, I consider it an obligation. "After all - I know how tough my kids can be at home, and their teachers have to keep them in check for the majority of the day - so don't they deserve a token of appreciation? "I also wouldn't want my children to feel left out when their friends arrive at school armed with pressies for their teachers. "While some parents go all out with gifts, with alcohol and flowers popular choices, I'll be doing my best to stay at the £5 mark for each of the four staff members I'll be buying for. "And with some fab options in stores like Poundland, Home Bargains and B&M, it should be easy for me to stick to my budget." But at the same time, not everyone was keen on the gift, as one person said: 'Teachers must roll their eyes.' Another added: 'Teachers would rather have wine.' A third commented: 'Teachers must hate these presents and the mugs, key rings etc. Just club together as parents, fiver each, and get them a voucher. Cheaper and easier!' Someone else advised: 'Just give them the £5 worth of chocolate. More clutter isn't usually on the top of a teacher's wish list.' And a fifth cheekily joked: 'The sort of people who would buy this probably also have 'Live Laugh Love' on the wall at home.'
The Sun
16-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Home Bargains new £8 version of viral must-have hits shelves & lights up gardens instantly
A NEW £8 version of a viral accessory has hit shelves in Home Bargains, and it can light up your garden instantly. The Firefly Hot Air Balloon Solar String Lights are a hit with shoppers who say they look "amazing" at night, and they've recently come back in stock at the popular homeware store. Scanning at £7.99, the solar lights automatically light up at dusk and feature a flame effect LED to illuminate your garden during the summer evenings. Home Bargains says the lights bring a "magical glow to your outdoor space", while each light comes with a rechargeable battery and is easy to install. The retailer adds on its website: "The lights automatically turn on at dusk, providing a warm, inviting ambiance with a stunning flame LED effect. "No wires or fuss—just let the sun charge them during the day, and enjoy the beautiful light as the evening falls." The lights are incredibly popular among Home Bargains fans and have previously sold out on the store's website. They've also proved to be a viral sensation on social media, with several shoppers posting to Facebook to share their finds and sparking a frenzy among fellow bargain hunters. One fan posted a picture of the lights to the Bargain Lovers Facebook Group, with hundreds of garden owners replying to leave their reviews. "I've got those they are stunning," one shopper wrote, while another said they were so pleased they were going back to Home Bargains to get more. Another said: "They are beautiful at night I have them". However, not everyone was impressed with the quality of the solar lights. Homebase shares top 5 tips to keep olive trees healthy this summer - including exact location it needs to be in your garden to thrive "Have these in the garden and very disappointed," one user said, while another replied: "I bought these bit disappointed as i thought they were going to light up different colours but all orange glow". The lights are so popular that they are even being resold on second hand website Vinted for up to double the price. The Firefly Hot Air Balloon Solar String Lights are part of a range of outdoor lights on sale at Home Bargains. There's a Firefly LED Starburst Solar Stake Light 2 Pack for just £5.99, perfect for adding a touch of sparkle to flower beds or pathways. Shoppers can also grab a Firefly Firefly Stake Solar Lights 2 Pack for £5.99, which gently sway in the breeze while giving off a warm glow. You can find the range at your local Home Bargains, but you can also browse the full range online. It's always worth shopping around when buying furniture and accessories for your garden, as you may be able to get a better deal elsewhere. Websites like and PriceSpy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price. A quick search on Google Shopping can also show how much other retailers are charging for similar items. Other garden sales Elsewhere, bargain hunters are flocking to Dunelm for its huge 50% off garden furniture sale. Egg chairs, parasols, patio sets, and fire pits are among the items that have been discounted. B&M has also recently launched its garden furniture sale, with the cheapest item selling for just £10. And if you're looking to bag a bargain, we've rounded up the cheapest ways to buy garden furniture and the secret to finding ex-display stock. How to bag a bargain SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain… Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with. Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks. Sales are when you can pick up a real steal. Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on. Sign up to mailing lists and you'll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use and are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer. Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping. Bargain hunters can also use B&M's scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out. And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you'll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
The Sun
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
I added instant privacy to my fence with a £10 B&M buy – it's bringing tropical vibes too & people say it ‘looks lovely'
A BARGAIN hunter has revealed the super simple way they added instant privacy to their wooden fence. So if you want to stop eagle-eyed neighbours peering into your garden this summer, then you've come to the right place and will need to check this out. 4 4 4 4 Not only is this handy buy super purse-friendly, but it'll also bring tropical vibes to your outside space too. It comes after one savvy shopper took to social media to share a before and after look at their garden, leaving many open-mouthed. Posting on BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More, a public Facebook group with 828,900 members, an anonymous user shared snaps of their garden, before and after using the cheap B&M buy. Alongside the post, the user simply beamed: 'B&M bamboo privacy screen.' B&M's Peeled Reed Screening is priced at just £10 and with summer right around the corner, it's perfect for bringing the holiday vibes to your space, without having to break the bank. The high-street find is sure to turn your garden into a private oasis and is much more affordable than forking out cash to build a new fence. The 100 x 300 cm screen can be easily attached to an existing fence, transforming your garden into an island of its own. According to the bosses at B&M, this privacy screening is 'ideal for creating privacy in the garden in a natural and decorative way.' As well as being great for glamming up fences, it'll also look gorgeous on a terrace or balcony too. It's made with 'natural peeled reed linked together with galvanised wire." I made a DIY fence for £68 with pallets from Facebook Marketplace - it gives more privacy & people say it's 'fantastic' Not only this, but the screen is also available in a larger size (180 x 300cm) for £18. The product is only available to buy in B&M stores, so if you want to add style to your garden and leave your guests impressed, then you'll need to get your shoes ready to get your hands on this bargain buy. Bargain hunters beam Facebook users were impressed with the user's simple but effective fence makeover, which we also think looks fabulous, and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. One person said: 'That is nice.' Rules on fences and trees Fences: Height Restrictions: In most areas, fences in front gardens should not exceed one metre in height without planning permission. For rear gardens, the limit is generally two metres. Shared Fences: If a fence is shared with a neighbour, both parties are typically responsible for its maintenance and any costs associated with repairs or replacement. Building Regulations: Ensure that any new fence complies with local building regulations and does not obstruct visibility for drivers or pedestrians. Trees: Ownership: Trees located on your property are your responsibility, including any damage they may cause. Conversely, trees on a neighbour's property are their responsibility. Overhanging Branches: You are entitled to trim branches that overhang into your property, but only up to the boundary line. The cut branches should be offered back to the tree owner. Protected Trees: Some trees are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs). Check with your local council before undertaking any work on a tree, as unauthorised work can result in fines. Roots: If tree roots from a neighbour's tree cause damage to your property, you have the right to remove the roots. However, it is advisable to discuss this with your neighbour first to avoid disputes. Always consult your local council or a legal adviser for specific regulations and advice. Another added: 'Looks lovely, makes such a difference.' fence.' To this, the anonymous user clapped back and wrote: 'It wasn't to fully block it.'
