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HOME Bargains has revealed its new Halloween-themed sweets that are scanning at the tills for just 99p.

But the bargain deal has left shoppers divided after the treats landed in stores this week .

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Many pointed out it’s nowhere near Halloween yet.

The bargain chain, posted on Facebook: “Our Halloween Peelerz Gummies have dropped – spooky, chewy, and scarily delicious!”

The post sparked reactions as shoppers rushed to share their opinions.

One wrote: “Let’s get summer over first.”

Another commented: “Bit early for Halloween stuff not even September yet.”

A third added: “I like seasonal items coming out early. Good to plan ahead.”

And one joked: “We’ve got Xmas stuff next week too.”

Some fans were thrilled, saying it’s never too early to prepare for Halloween.

It’s not the first time Home Bargains has caused a stir with its cut-price treats.

Earlier this month, shoppers went wild when Haribo share bags were spotted scanning at tills for only 29p.

The retailer teased fans with the post: “This is not a drill – Haribo share bag only 29p.”

Shoppers were quick to react.

One said: “That’s cheap.”

Another wrote: “Time to stock up for work.”

Pictures of trolleys stacked high with Haribo have since appeared online.

Fans bragged about filling cupboards for the kids, the office, and late-night snacks.

And the sweet deals don’t stop there.

Rowntree’s has also launched a brand new version of its famous fruit pastilles, called Squidgers, on shelves at Home Bargains.

The 99p sharing bags come with five fruity flavours: strawberry, lime, blackcurrant, orange and lemon.

They’ve been described as “irresistibly squidgy” and “bursting with flavour.”

One review read: “They taste exactly the same as fruit pastilles but in a sugary and spongy sweet texture.”

Another fan said: “They sound so nice, I need to try these.”

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“So that’s always on the agenda. There’s always a bit of scanning to see who’s available, but the focus right now is on Steve and the team and on getting to USA, Mexico and Canada in 2026 and replicating the Germany experience [Euro 2024] for the Tartan Army.”

Scotland begin their quest for a place at World Cup 2026 away to Denmark on 5 September, with Greece and Belarus the other Group C opponents.

“The discussion has always been about getting to the World Cup,” Maxwell said. “Steve is desperate to get there.

“We’ve got a squad that are desperate and fully capable of getting there. We’ve got a nation that want him to get there. We need to get behind everybody to make sure that we find ourselves in USA, Mexico and Canada next year.”

Clarke took over after a second spell for Alex McLeish and is just two games away from equalling the record 71 matches overseen by Craig Brown from 1993-2002.

However, Scotland have only won four of their latest 14 outings, with Monday’s 4-0 friendly win over minnows Liechtenstein needed to lift the gloom after successive Hampden defeats by Greece and Iceland.

“I think, since Steve came in, the missing link for him is the World Cup,” Maxwell added. “He’s been to back-to-back Euros. He’s taken us from League C to League A in the Nations League.

“So I would take a much broader view than the last 12 months. I think that’s too short an outlook.

“We need to be aware of the substantial impact that the team have had, the substantial improvements in the team from where we were and, as I said, focus everybody’s energy on getting to the next World Cup.”

SHOPPERS are racing to Dunelm to get their hands on a “gorgeous” chair which is 80% off.

The popular homeware store is selling the pink Elsie Velvet Cocktail Chair for just £19.99 – down from £99.

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The chair is currently being advertised on the Dunelm website for the reduced price of £69.30, but one shopper spotted it in their local store with the even bigger discount.

Posting a picture of the chair reduced to £19.99, the savvy shopper, Liyana Leena, wrote in the Bargain Lovers Facebook group: “Always worth going to Dunelm”.

She claimed to have spotted the massive discount in the Cannock branch of the homeware store.

Shoppers were quick to respond to news of the discount, with one saying they “need to go have a look”. 

Another said: “Love the colour if my room was big enough I would go hunting.”

Shoppers also shared other deals they’ve managed to snap up in the Dunelm sale, with one writing: “I got my curtains in the sale in Dunelm, meant to have been £160 6ftx6ft blackouts got them for £10.”

Another wrote: “I got a £60 rug last year for £6!”

The stylish chair is made from a soft-touch velvet fabric, with a soft foam seat and solid wood legs, and is available in a rhubarb colourway.

It’s 73cm high with a width of 54cm and a diameter of 64cm.

Dunelm describes the chair as boasting a “compact design perfect for adding a modern stylish touch to any room”.

While the item is displayed on the Dunelm website, customers will still need to visit their local store store as it’s not available for home delivery or for Click and Collect.

To find your nearest Dunelm store visit https://www.dunelm.com/stores.

Save on furniture at Dunelm

Dunelm often has sales and promotions offering up to 75% off, especially at certain times of the year.

It’s worth keeping an eye out for Black Friday and Boxing Day sales to bag a bargain.

You can also check the clearance page on the Dunelm website to find the latest discounts.

Other money-saving websites, such as cashback sites like TopCashback and Quidco, may also help you save by allowing you to earn money back on your spending.

Plus you can save by opting for free click-and-collect to avoid being hit with delivery fees.

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BARGAIN-hunting Brits are rushing to a major supermarket to grab a limited-edition ‘mystery’ flavour of Pringles for just 98p.

The curious crisps have been spotted at Sainsbury’s stores across the UK, where eagle-eyed shoppers have clocked the Super Mario-themed “Mystery Flavour” 165g cans being cleared from shelves in a flash.

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A photo of the discounted snack was shared on Facebook, sparking a flurry of comments from snack fans desperate to uncover the flavour.

One user wrote: “I would love to know the flavour please, thanks.”

Speculation has run wild online, with people offering their best guesses.

“My partner had them, said they tasted like salt and vinegar,” one person commented.

Another added: “Bit spicy – should’ve read the ingredients on the box.

“Nothing to go wild about.”

Others reckoned the crisps were meant to mimic classic Italian flavours, with one writing: “They’re supposed to be like a pepperoni pizza flavour but they weren’t nice,” while another suggested: “I think they are spicy meatball flavour.”

One fan said: “They mostly taste pickled onion flavour,” and another chimed in: “I believe they’re random flavours – hence the mystery.”

The Mario-themed cans are part of a special Pringles line featuring multiple mystery flavours – and Pringles isn’t spilling the beans just yet.

Fans have been left to rely on their own taste buds, with theories ranging from ketchup and spaghetti to “Magic Mushroom” flavour, a cheeky nod to the iconic Nintendo game.

The mystery surrounding these crisps has sparked plenty of debate online, with many fans expressing their excitement over the flavour hunt.

One Facebook user even joked: “I can’t wait to open one and see if it tastes like the power-ups Mario collects!”

It’s not the first time Pringles has teased taste buds with a mystery range.

Previous surprise flavours have included carbonara, Southern Fried Chicken, and Pickle – each of which garnered mixed reactions from shoppers.

This latest release seems to have struck a chord with fans, though, who are eager to get their hands on the elusive taste.

For those intrigued by the Mario connection, it’s clear that the theme has added an extra layer of excitement to this mystery.

With Super Mario’s popularity ever-growing, it’s no wonder that fans are flocking to the supermarket to get their hands on the latest Pringles craze.

In the midst of this snack craze, Pringles continues to dominate the crisp world with their bold experiments and limited-edition offerings.

Whether it’s a mysterious flavour or a nod to a beloved gaming character, the brand knows how to keep fans guessing.

And with Doritos also hinting at a major shake-up – possibly ditching their iconic triangle shape for a square – it seems the crisp aisle is full of surprises this month.

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SHOPPERS are hot footing it down to B&M to buy pretty and on-trend garden plants scanning for just £10 at the checkout.

The bargain shop is selling the social media garden must-have just in time for summer.

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People couldn’t believe their eyes after a fellow Flamingo Tree fan let everyone know in a Facebook group, Bargain Lovers, they were being sold for the cheapest price yet.

Delighted users started commenting and tagging their friends in.

One person wrote: “That’s a great price they are lovely shrubs so pretty.”

Meanwhile, another added: “Love these, £10, right bargain.”

Another let her friend know about the deal and simply said “quick”.

The pink Salix Flamingo Trees, known for their brightly-coloured foliage, are just £10.

They are also selling small hedge plants which were being sold for £4 last year.

They’re the cheapest on the market right now, with B&Q selling its 17cm trees for a pricier £24.99.

If you can’t find the Flamingo Tree in B&M, The Range is also selling them for £15.

Wilko‘s deal on the plant, like B&Q, is also more expensive than The Range, charging £17 for a 40cm tree.

On eBay you would have to pay £9.95 for a mini plant – an amount which could almost get you three when shopping at B&M.

It comes as a reminder to always compare prices before buying a product, which you can do through websites like Trolley.

The flamingo plants are currently unavailable to view online – meaning you’ll have to visit your local store to see if they stock it.

It’s important to bear in mind that prices may vary between locations.

If you want to find your nearest B&M store, you can use the Store Finder tool on its website.

They have 280 outdoor plants and trees to browse online, such as a rose bush for £23.99.

You can also buy a Malus Golden Delicious apple tree for £44.99, or lemon trees for £25.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for indoor plants for your home, you could save money in the long run by knowing what to buy.

Ways to save money at B&M

One of the best ways to save money at B&M is by using the retailer’s Scanner App.

It is free to download onto your smartphone via the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Once downloaded, you can use the camera on your phone to scan product barcodes around stores.

The app then tells you the true price of that product, which is sometimes much lower than the price tag says it is.

One shopper used the app to get a £10 long hot water bottle for just 10p, while other customers have found a host of other 10p bargains.

Another quick way to cut costs is by visiting at the right time.

One ex-manager told The Sun this is around 10am on a Wednesday, when staff slash the price of items to as little as 10p to clear excess stock and make way for new products.

Deals expert Tom Church said to keep an eye out for red sticker products as well.

It’s worth signing up to Facebook pages dedicated to hunting for bargains from B&M and other discounters too.

Two worth joining are B&M Bargains, Extreme Money Saving Deals and More and Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group.

Garden features that add the most value to a house

A well-kept garden can add anywhere between 5-20% to the value of a property.

Sellhousefast.uk carried out a study and consulted 36 estate agents, garden designers and property professionals from across the UK.

And the experts revealed the garden feature which adds the most value to a property is a shed. 

1. Shed – 82%
2. Patio or paving – 76%
3. Secure fencing, walls or gates – 72%
4. Outdoor lighting – 66%
5. Sturdy decking – 62%
6. Water features eg. fountain or pond – 58%
7. Modern garden furniture – 54%
8. Artificial lawn/grass – 40%

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