Elle
22nd Oct 2024
The Best Deals and Offers Right Now
This week, start your Christmas crafting with a 20% off Hobbycraft discount code, 50% off Eurostar trips and o2 Virgin Media customers can bag an annual Railcard for just £10! We update this page daily so keep checking back for more…
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Travel
Eurostar Snap: Get up to 50% off Eurostar bookings
Now you can book a last-minute Eurostar trip to Europe with up to 50% off your tickets if you can be flexible about when you can travel.
Recently relaunched Eurostar Snap means you choose your preferred travel dates and then Eurostar selects your train times. Simply pick your destination, pay for your seats, and then Eurostar will send your train times via email at least 48 hours before your trip. You can book Snap seats up to 14 days in advance or as late as the day before for those last-minute spontaneous breaks.
This is the chance to try popular routes like Paris and Brussels, Paris and Amsterdam, Paris and Cologne, and London and Brussels, or take a one-way trip from London to Amsterdam, usually around £80+ each way for half the price.
O2 Virgin Media customers can get an annual Railcard for £10
If you are a Virgin Media O2 customer, there’s a brilliant new offer available for to make train travel more affordable this winter.
Priority members can get selected annual Railcards, usually around £30, for just £10 via the Priority app. The average Railcard holder saves around £140 annually, and gets 1/3 off train ticket prices.
There are 1,000 codes for a £10 Railcard released daily at 9am until 9 November, so you need to set your alarm to get one. Plus, you can choose to redeem the code as late as 31 January 2025 so this is ideal if you need to use up any remaining months on your current railcard.
Get £10 off your next flight at Trip.com
Travel platform Trip.com is offering a £10 discount per passenger when you book through its free app.
Combine this with their ‘Low Fare Finder’ to unlock some of the best deals on EasyJet and Wizz Air flights, with lots of European options for this month and November 2024 from as little as £15 each way.
To find the cheapest one-way flights, download the Trip.com app, then navigate to the ‘Low Fare Finder’ section at the bottom. Pick your preferred route and dates, and the £10 discount will automatically apply. You can use the same offer for your next two bookings, so you could save up to £30 on your next three flights.
Clothing and Apparel
Save 15% on everything when you sign up to become a free H&M Member
H&M is treating customers to 15% off everything during their exclusive Member Days event. To unlock this deal, simply join their membership scheme for free at hm.com.
Whether you’re refreshing your wardrobe or picking up some seasonal essentials, this offer is available on all items, both in-store and online until 8am on 28 October 2024.
As a H&M member, you can also earn points on everything you buy, so it’s well worth it if you’re a regular shopper.
Find your nearest Dr Martens shop here
35% Off At Mr Lapel
Get an exclusive 35% off ties, lapel pins, and accessories at men’s fashion retailer, Mr Lapel, this summer. It’s perfect for sprucing up your wedding guest attire or suit for a day at the races, or if you’re heading to a wedding this year. Plus, the stunning cufflinks on offer would make a perfect gift for someone.
We’ve scored an exclusive discount for you when you use the code Jasmine35 at checkout.
Days Out
Save 10% on UK attractions with Amex Days Out
If you are an American Express card member, you can now save big on your next adventure with the newly launched Amex Days Out.
Whether you’re into thrilling theme parks, cultural experiences, or family-friendly destinations, card members can get 10% cash back when booking tickets at over 25 top UK attractions — including Alton Towers, The London Eye, Thorpe Park, and Warwick Castle, until 17 November 2024.
Plus, there’s no limit on how many times you can use the offer! The offer applies to online or in-person purchases. Just book by 17 November 2024 to qualify — the visit itself can take place after this date.
To get started, simply save the offer to your card via the Amex app or visit americanexpress.com.
Health and Beauty
M&S Beauty Advent Calendar worth £300 for £50
Marks & Spencer’s highly anticipated Beauty Advent Calendar has just launched, packed with winter essentials worth over £300.
Inside, you’ll find six full-sized products and 19 travel-sized minis from top brands like Clinique, Philip Kingsley, REN, and L’Occitane, all housed in a reusable vanity case.
The calendar is priced at £50, but you do have to spend £35 on full-price home, beauty, or clothing items, online or in-store to get your hands on one. However, this is significantly less than some of the competition and it’s great value if you were already planning to buy something at M&S this week.
Get yours at marksandspencer.com now
Face The Future’s haircare sale – up to 35% off top brands
Get ready for beauty savings with Face The Future’s Month of Beauty! Each week highlights a new category, offering up to 35% off on top hair, skin, and body brands.
Revive Your Hair week kicks off the sale until 3 November, featuring discounts on these premium haircare brands:
- Paul Mitchell – 30% off
- Hairburst, ANSWR – 35% off
- Revitalash, K18, Percy & Reed, Innersense, Philip Kingsley – 20% off
- CW, Olap, Centred, O+M, Nine Yards – 25% off
Shop now at Facethefuture.co.uk
Free Vision Express eye test and 30% off glasses
By downloading the Lidl Plus app, you can unlock a free eye test (normally £30) through Vision Express.
But that’s not all—if you end up needing prescription glasses, you’ll also score 30% off frames when you spend £50 or more.
This offer is tucked away in the ‘partner offers’ section of the app, so make sure to check it out before heading to Vision Express. Whether you’ve been putting off your eye exam or are just in the market for new specs, this deal could save you a nice chunk of change.
The offer ends on 1 January 2025—perfect timing if you’re looking to refresh your look or update your prescription before the new year. Full ts & cs here.
Read more: How to save even more on glasses on the high street and online
Children and baby
Cheap Halloween event at Cherry Lane Garden Centre
Looking for a fun, affordable Halloween activity? Cherry Lane Garden Centres are hosting bargain Pumpkin Carving event—perfect for a half-term!
Kids can carve spooky pumpkins, enjoy a creepy cookie and witches brew, and even take part in a zombie dance-off.
Tickets are £6.99 per child, and adults go free (up to two adults per child due to space limits). Workshops run from 26- 31 October at multiple locations and you can book your spot online now at Cherry Lane events.
Home and Garden
Half-price Halloween home sale at Matalan
Leaving your Halloween festivities until the last minute? Get up to 50% off selected Halloween lines at Matalan.
Shop for everything from costumes to homeware, including bedding and decorations for half-price but the best discounts are on the home decor range with a pumpkin salt & pepper shaker for £2.25 and ghostly placemats for £1.50.
Plus, pop into store on Saturday 26 October and MatalanME members will get a free face paint or Halloween activity case when spending £30 or more. Just swipe your MatalanME card at the till point.
Get 20% off at Hobbycraft with new code
Hobbycraft is helping savvy shoppers get a jump on their Christmas shopping this year by offering 20% off purchases of £40 or more.
Until Sunday 3 November, customers can take advantage of this limited-time offer in-store, online, or via the Hobbycraft app.
Simply enter the code HC20 at checkout when shopping online, or share it with a staff member in-store. With no maximum spend limit, you can save across Hobbycraft’s entire range (except craft machines), and even combine this discount with other product promotions for total savings of up to 50%.
Sleep Beds now has 50% off beds and get an extra 25% off with code
You can’t put a price on a good’s night sleep, but if you’re looking to save this month, start shopping for a new bed at Sleepbeds.co.uk.
The bedding company is running a 50% off October sale, but currently you can also get an extra 25% off when using the code FLASH25 at checkout.
The code covers mattresses, bed frames and bed headers and it means this double Regency Divan bed was £761.88, now £380.94 and then with the code added it brings the price down to £285.70.
Shop now at Sleepbeds.co.uk.
Octopus Energy customers can apply for a free electric blanket
If you’re struggling to pay your bills this winter and you’re an Octopus Energy customer, you might be able to claim a free electric blanket worth £40, this winter.
Octopus Energy is giving away 10,000 blankets to their most vulnerable customers – those with mobility issues or medical conditions that make them more susceptible to the cold.
To determine if you are eligible, you will need to answer a series of questions via a special survey and one of their team will review your account.
Free Airfryer with Haier Fridge Purchase
We love this brilliant offer if you’re doing up your kitchen! Claim a free Haier I-Master Series 5 Multi-Air Fryer XXL 7L (RRP £199.00) when you purchase from a selected range of Haier fridge freezers.
Offer ends 30th October 2024 and you have until midnight on 11th December 2024 to claim your free airfryer. Visit this page for full details.
£70 Off Ultenic U12 Vesla Cordless Vacuum
Hurry, this one runs out soon – get £70 off the Ultenic U12 Vesla Cordless Vacuum on Amazon right now. The Ultenic U12 Vesla cordless vacuum adopts advanced GreenEye technology. The green LED headlights reveal microscopic dust on hard floors, identify the dirtiest areas, reduce cleaning time and save energy for more precise and efficient cleaning. The vacuum includes different brush heads with the versatility to use it as a stick or hand vacuum and the host of the cordless vacuum cleaner is equipped with a flashlight, which illuminates dark areas and makes it easier to clean corners of desks, cabinets, sofas, etc.
The U12 Vesla vacuum also has a HEPA filtration system which captures 99.9% of pollen, bacteria and dust mites so ideal for hay fever or allergy sufferers. Perfect for both hard floors and carpets, it tackles the toughest messes with ease. Usual price £199.99 but grab it for £129.99 here until 27th October 2024.
20% Off Shelfy to Reduce Food Waste
With its air purification technology, Shelfy extends foods shelf life by up to 12 days, but it doesn’t just stop there. By degrading the molecules responsible for ripening fresh fruits and vegetables, it reduces circulating bacteria by 99% in just 10 minutes, decreasing possible contamination of various food and ensuring food stays fresher and healthier than ever.
NHS, military & Blue Light discounts
Half-term discounts for Blue Light Card members
Blue Light Card is helping emergency services, NHS staff, teachers, social care workers, and armed forces families enjoy top attractions for less. From animal encounters to Halloween thrills, there are deals to suit everyone.
Some half-term highlights include:
- Twycross Zoo – 25% off for a wild family day out
- Leeds Castle – 5% off tickets to explore history and stunning grounds
- iFly Indoor Skydiving – 20% off a thrilling skydiving experience
- Marwell Zoo – 10% off Day Passes, with Halloween activities from 26th-31st October
- West Midland Safari Park – 35% off to see exotic animals up close
- Hobbledown Heath – 20% off a day of adventure for all ages
- Drayton Manor Resort – Up to 7% off for family fun
Plus, Blue Light Card members can unlock special discounts at Merlin Attractions like Alton Towers, Legoland Windsor, Thorpe Park, and Madame Tussauds.
A Blue Light Card is available for all military and front line workers and costs £4.99 per year, providing savings, discounts and benefits that often aren’t available to the general public.
Sign up at Bluelightcard.co.uk
Technology
GiffGaff mobile sale: Up to £130 off selected phones
Get ready for Black Friday with giffgaff’s exclusive early access until 31 October 2024! Customers can snag incredible savings a full week before the official sales begin.
Top offers include £50 off the iPhone 16 128GB, £500 off the cutting-edge Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and £130 off the Samsung Galaxy A55 128GB.
Plus, there are refurbished deals available with savings of up to £100. For instance, you can grab the iPhone 14 Pro Max in ‘good’ condition for just £13.17 per month. All refurbished devices come with a 24-month warranty and a 30-point health check for quality assurance.
Shop now via the giffgaff Community.
Get a free Ring Doorbell when you buy a Toshiba TV
Upgrade your tech and home security with this limited-time Argos offer. Right now, get a free Ring Battery Video Doorbell when you purchase a selected Toshiba television.
To claim yours, just add your chosen Toshiba TV and the Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2024 in Satin Nickel to your Argos.co.uk basket and then check out to redeem the offer.
The Toshiba TVs on offer include:
This deal is running until 12 November 2024.
Get £50 cash back when you by an Epson EcoTank printer
Print at home and get yourself an epic saving in the process!
You can snag up to £50 cash back on selected EcoTank printers from any retailer, and this deal runs all the way until 31 January 2025.
But that’s not all—when you claim your cash back, you’ll also be entered into a prize draw with a chance to win amazing prizes like luxury hotel stays, shopping vouchers, fun family days out, and more.
To claim yours, buy an Epson printer from the range, keep the receipt, register your details via the link below and fill in the claim form, where you can upload a photo of your receipt.
For more details visit epson.co.uk
Subscriptions
Free Spotify courses: Learn something new without spending!
Great news for Spotify users in the UK!
Spotify launched a range of video courses back in April, as an extra cost on top of your subscription. However, until 30 November 2024, you can dive into these courses without spending a Casadefinance Reader.
Learn to DJ, bake, paint or edit video or even work on your financial knowledge, there really is something for everyone.
You can even access to BBC Maestro courses on Spotify, such as Dragon’s Den star Stephen Bartlett’s ‘Build A Million-pound Business’, normally £79.90, currently free until 23 October.
It’s a fantastic chance to learn something new—without the usual cost so check out the full range of courses at Spotify.com now
Free two-month Readly trial, access over 7,000 magazines and newspapers
Want to cut the cost of your spending on mags and papers? Travel lighter using Readly, the app with over 7,000 titles and many you can download and read offline, which is perfect for your holidays.
Get a two-month free trial right now, but if you’re a Samsung phone user, use the Samsung Boosts app to get a three-month trial with a valid code from the app.
The subscription will revert back to £12.99 once the trial ends, but if you use it regularly it’s a great offer.
Free short stories for London commuters
Penguin Books has relaunched its short stories stations.
Print one, three, or five-minute reads to keep yourself entertained on your next Tube ride near Canary Wharf. Themes change each month, so if you’re a regular commuter there’ll be new stories to read every month too.
Full details here
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