PARENTS are rushing to Sainsbury’s to get their hands on toys for sale, with a mega-shot rifle with foam bullets scanning at tills at 50 per cent off.
It’s one of the biggest pre-Christmas sales around, with loads of parents stocking up on bargain presents for their kids.
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Many savvy savers recently spotted the cheap toys in their local branches and finished festive shopping for the children in their family.
The shoppers posted their find on the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group after snapping up various toys – with some half price.
One of the members who posted about their finds said that they’d have a “happy grandson at Christmas” after picking up a Zuru Xshot for £20 instead of £40 – a 50 per cent saving.
Another member gushed over their items, saying they “will have two very happy little girls at Christmas” after picking up various Barbie dolls and Bluey toys.
The savvy shoppers found the goods in Sainsbury’s highly-anticipated toy sale.
Other shoppers were quick to comment on the purchases.
One comment said: “That’s a great haul I hope you have good hiding places for them!”
Another said: “Hardly anything left in our local.”
And: “Great find!”
The sale, which is just in stores and not online, is expected to last a week.
It’s also a good idea to check your local store’s opening times, as previous years have seen lengthy queues of shoppers desperate to nab a good deal.
As an added bonus, shoppers can both collect and redeem Nectar points on any purchases made in the toy sale.
“One of the great benefits of shopping at Sainsbury’s is the ability to collect and redeem Nectar points,” the Coupon Queen wrote in a post on her website.
“These points can indeed be used during the Sainsburys toy sale, allowing you to save even more on your purchases.
“So, not only can you find great deals on toys, but you can also use your Nectar points to get additional discounts.”
It’s also a good idea to check the return deadlines for any toys before purchasing them.
And remember to check whether or not the toys need batteries to work – and if they’re included.
How to save money on Christmas shopping
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.