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Scottish Sun
17-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Lidl is selling must-have garden gadget that's a third cheaper than the Bosch version
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIDL is selling a must-have garden gadget that's a third cheaper than the Bosch version. The Parkside Electric Lawn Trimmer is almost identical to the pricey Bosch branded version. 1 Lidl Lawn trimmer is almost identical to the pricey branded version It costs £19.99 for Lidl Plus members or non-members can pay £24.99. Lidl Plus is a free loyalty app that offers discounts on food, drinks, and household items from Lidl. That's compared to Robert Dyas, which charges £54.99 for the Bosch trimmer. The device comes with a 10m power cable and a three year warranty. The product is part of the bargain stores "Middle of Lidl" offers, which land in stores every Thursday and Sunday. The items are usually sold at a low price and only available while stocks last. This item is in stores now so if you are keen to pick up Lidl's cut-price version, you will have to act quickly because once it's gone, it's gone. It's one of many bargains rolled out by the discounter in recent times. Next Sunday, Lidl will begin selling a giant bouncy castle with a basketball hoop, which scans for £49.99. The product is ideal for those aged three plus and can hold 50kg in weight. Beauty buffs are running to Lidl to nab brand new plush tools in its middle aisle A similar product is scanning for £199.99 on Robert Dyas, so there is a chance to save nearly £150 if you get your hands on this one. The item is part of its garden toy sale, which will also include a Batman or Superman themed lawnmower that costs £6.99 for Lidl Plus members or £12.99 for those who do not have the loyalty scheme. Over 30 products are set to land in stores next Sunday May 25 giving customers just over a week to get their hands on the products. The discounter is also selling a LED Parasol String Lights for just £7.99. They feature 72 twinkling mini LEDs, eight vintage-style bulbs, and give off a warm white glow – perfect for adding atmosphere to your patio or balcony. How can I save money when shopping at Lidl? Lidl reduces items at the start of the day and the best deals can be found between 7am to 8am, when most stores open. Shoppers can often find cooked meats, salmon fillets and breads reduced by 30% or more. Not only does Lidl have its own range of reasonably priced alcohol, it also has its own knock-offs of branded favourites – so say cheers to its bargain booze. Everyone knows about the "Middle of Lidl" – it's here where you'll find a load of random stuff that you didn't realise you needed, at decent prices. But if you are hoping to avoid spending more than you planned, you can check what will be in the "Middle of Lidl" on the supermarket's website in advance. The Middle of Lidl is refreshed every Thursday and Sunday. Shoppers can also keep tabs on what's appearing in the "Pick of the Week" section on the Lidl website. The discounts happen every Thursday and are usually on fruit, vegetables, and meat.
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Lidl is selling outdoor essential to transform long summer evenings – and they're £8 cheaper than other shops
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SHOPPERS are racing to Lidl to grab a garden lighting essential that's perfect for summer evenings – and it's up to £8 cheaper than similar buys at other big-name stores. The Livarno Home LED Parasol String Lights are on shelves for just £7.99 and have got garden lovers buzzing online. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Livarno Home LED Parasol String Lights are on shelves for just £7.99 Credit: Facebook/DanswayGiftsandBargainsUK They feature 72 twinkling mini LEDs, eight vintage-style bulbs, and give off a warm white glow – perfect for adding atmosphere to your patio or balcony. There's also a six-hour timer, so you can set them and relax without worrying about turning them off. They're designed for outdoor use and stretch 3 metres, so they're ideal for wrapping around parasols or fencing. The lights sparked a flurry of excitement on social media after one eagle-eyed shopper posted: 'LED Parasol lights spotted at LIDL..!' The post quickly racked up comments, with one fan writing: 'Perfect. Hope they still have them tomorrow.' Another tagged a mate and said: 'I now fully understand why you were so excited… these look awesome!' A third added: 'Ooo these are so cute!!!' But not everyone was glowing with praise. One unhappy customer hit out: 'This is the most disappointing product I have EVER bought from Lidl. "The cabling is short, no means of fixing & if you do waste 2 hours of your life persevering in fixing these lights, they then interfere with the operation of the parasol & the cables are sliced. "Save your money, don't bother!!!' Five simple ways to save cash at Lidl Still, plenty of shoppers reckon they're a steal – especially compared to similar options: Amazon's Smart Garden Altuna Luces DE Cadena 72 LED – £14.50 Parasol String Lights 80 Warm White LED Garden Timer Lights – £15.99 That means you could save up to £9 by choosing Lidl's version. Remember to compare prices It is important to remember to always shop around when buying something like this as you might find a cheaper alternative. Websites like Trolley and Price Spy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price. Price Spy even lets you see how much an item has cost over time, so you can see if the current price is a good deal. A quick scan on the Google Shopping/Product tab will also bring up how much retailers are selling a certain item for. Previous garden sales Last month, Middle of Lidl standout included Vileda Mixer 3 Tower Airer, labelled a "Top Pick" by the retailer and was priced at £29.99. Elsewhere, Aldi recently launched a gorgeous new garden must-have Decorative Table for just £14.99, perfect for creating your own Mediterranean retreat. Recent Specialbuys from the discounter has also included the popular solar lights range. As well as a cheaper alternative to the Karcher pressure washer by some £80. Elsewhere, B&M released a number of garden furniture, this included a Sienna double egg chair which retails for £250. It also released the Paris 2-Seater Pod Chair is on sale also priced at £250. Recently, Argos slashed its prices on a massive range of outdoor and DIY essentials, with discounts of up to £60. In March, Wilko knocked down prices on patio sets, lounge chairs, and bistro sets. How can I save money when shopping at Lidl? Lidl reduces items at the start of the day, and the best deals can be found between 7am and 8am, when most stores open. Shoppers can often find cooked meats, salmon fillets and breads reduced by 30% or more. Not only does Lidl have its own range of reasonably priced alcohol, it also has its own knock-offs of branded favourites – so say cheers to its bargain booze. Everyone knows about the "Middle of Lidl" – it's here where you'll find a load of random stuff you didn't realise you needed, at decent prices. But if you are hoping to avoid spending more than you planned, you can check what will be in the "Middle of Lidl" on the supermarket's website in advance. The Middle of Lidl is refreshed every Thursday and Sunday. Shoppers can also keep tabs on what's appearing in the "Pick of the Week" section on the Lidl website. The discounts happen every Thursday and are usually on fruit, vegetables, and meat.
