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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Aldi brings back ‘brilliant' garden middle-aisle bargain that's selling for just £10
ALDI is bringing back a "brilliant" garden middle-aisle bargain for just £10 that's a major hit with shoppers. The Belavi Easter Island Head Planter will launch in stores on Sunday (June 8), adding to the retailer's selection of quirky buys. 2 The planter, measuring 21x23x31cm, makes for the perfect addition to anyone's patio. Aldi shoppers will no doubt be buzzing to hear the Specialbuy is back on shelves in a matter of days too. The retailer was selling the planter last year, with shoppers heaping praise on it online. One said on Facebook: "Got two, they are brilliant." Another said: "One fell into my shopping basket." Meanwhile, a third commented: "Where can I buy him please. He's lovely." Of course, as the planter is a Specialbuy, that means once any stock is sold out, there won't be any more available. The planter won't be available to buy online either as Aldi doesn't offer a home delivery service. You can find your nearest Aldi branch by using the retailer's store locator tool, found via Remember as well, to always shop around when buying something like this to ensure you're getting the best possible price. ALDI BARGAIN BUYS You can compare prices on retailers' products through websites like Trolley, Price Spy and Price Runner. The Google Shopping/Product tab is a quick way to see how much a particular item is selling for across different shops online as well. On this occasion, it's hard to make a direct comparison as Aldi is the only retailer we found selling this particular planter. However, other, similar planters on the market come out more expensive than Aldi's £10 model. Matalan is selling one for £16 while Amazon has an Easter Island-themed planter for £29 - and that's before factoring in delivery charges. If you want to find out what Aldi Specialbuys are in stores at any time, you can visit: One Aldi is selling at the minute is a Ferrex 20V high pressure washer for £30 - and it's £100 cheaper than some big name brands. SAVE MONEY AT ALDI Keeping your eyes peeled for cheap Specialbuys is just one way to save money at Aldi. The supermarket often comes out cheapest for a smaller trolley of items in Which? surveys as well, including in April. The consumer website recently found a shopping list of 79 items would have cost you £135.95 on average across the month. Rival Lidl was close behind, with the same shop costing £136.64, if you had a Lidl Plus card. It's worth keeping an eye out for any red sticker products too, which are added to items going out of date or that are slightly damaged. Aldi tends to add them to items in the morning so it's best to get to your local branch early if you want to get the best discounts. Take advantage of Aldi's cheap alcohol which could save you some cash compared to going with branded versions. Look out for Too Good to Go "Surprise Bags" as well. They cost just £3.30 and come with £10 worth of food approaching its sell-by or use-by date inside. You have to reserve a bag via the Too Good to Go app and then can collect it from your nearest store. How to save money on your food shop Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save hundreds of pounds a year: Odd boxes - plenty of retailers offer slightly misshapen fruit and veg or surplus food at a discounted price. Lidl sells five kilos of fruit and veg for just £1.50 through its Waste Not scheme while Aldi shoppers can get Too Good to Go bags which contain £10 worth of all kinds of products for £3.30. Sainsbury's also sells £2 "Taste Me, Don't Waste Me" fruit and veg boxes to help shoppers reduced food waste and save cash. Food waste apps - food waste apps work by helping shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses shift stock that is due to go out of date and passing it on to members of the public. Some of the most notable ones include Too Good to Go and Olio. Too Good to Go's app is free to sign up to and is used by millions of people across the UK, letting users buy food at a discount. Olio works similarly, except users can collect both food and other household items for free from neighbours and businesses. Yellow sticker bargains - yellow sticker bargains, sometimes orange and red in certain supermarkets, are a great way of getting food on the cheap. But what time to head out to get the best deals varies depending on the retailer. You can see the best times for each supermarket here. Super cheap bargains - sign up to bargain hunter Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK where shoppers regularly post hauls they've found on the cheap, including food finds. "Downshift" - you will almost always save money going for a supermarket's own-brand economy lines rather than premium brands. The move to lower-tier ranges, also known as "downshifting" and hailed by consumer expert Martin Lewis, could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your food shop.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Aldi brings back ‘brilliant' garden middle-aisle bargain that's selling for just £10
Scroll down to find out how to save money on your next Aldi shop Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ALDI is bringing back a "brilliant" garden middle-aisle bargain for just £10 that's a major hit with shoppers. The Belavi Easter Island Head Planter will launch in stores on Sunday (June 8), adding to the retailer's selection of quirky buys. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Aldi is bringing back its Easter Island Head Planter on June 8 Credit: Aldi 2 The planter makes for the perfect addition to your garden Credit: Aldi The planter, measuring 21x23x31cm, makes for the perfect addition to anyone's patio. Aldi shoppers will no doubt be buzzing to hear the Specialbuy is back on shelves in a matter of days too. The retailer was selling the planter last year, with shoppers heaping praise on it online. One said on Facebook: "Got two, they are brilliant." Another said: "One fell into my shopping basket." Meanwhile, a third commented: "Where can I buy him please. He's lovely." Of course, as the planter is a Specialbuy, that means once any stock is sold out, there won't be any more available. The planter won't be available to buy online either as Aldi doesn't offer a home delivery service. You can find your nearest Aldi branch by using the retailer's store locator tool, found via Remember as well, to always shop around when buying something like this to ensure you're getting the best possible price. ALDI BARGAIN BUYS You can compare prices on retailers' products through websites like Trolley, Price Spy and Price Runner. The Google Shopping/Product tab is a quick way to see how much a particular item is selling for across different shops online as well. On this occasion, it's hard to make a direct comparison as Aldi is the only retailer we found selling this particular planter. However, other, similar planters on the market come out more expensive than Aldi's £10 model. Matalan is selling one for £16 while Amazon has an Easter Island-themed planter for £29 - and that's before factoring in delivery charges. If you want to find out what Aldi Specialbuys are in stores at any time, you can visit: One Aldi is selling at the minute is a Ferrex 20V high pressure washer for £30 - and it's £100 cheaper than some big name brands. SAVE MONEY AT ALDI Keeping your eyes peeled for cheap Specialbuys is just one way to save money at Aldi. The supermarket often comes out cheapest for a smaller trolley of items in Which? surveys as well, including in April. The consumer website recently found a shopping list of 79 items would have cost you £135.95 on average across the month. Rival Lidl was close behind, with the same shop costing £136.64, if you had a Lidl Plus card. It's worth keeping an eye out for any red sticker products too, which are added to items going out of date or that are slightly damaged. Aldi tends to add them to items in the morning so it's best to get to your local branch early if you want to get the best discounts. Take advantage of Aldi's cheap alcohol which could save you some cash compared to going with branded versions. Look out for Too Good to Go "Surprise Bags" as well. They cost just £3.30 and come with £10 worth of food approaching its sell-by or use-by date inside. You have to reserve a bag via the Too Good to Go app and then can collect it from your nearest store. How to save money on your food shop Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save hundreds of pounds a year: Odd boxes - plenty of retailers offer slightly misshapen fruit and veg or surplus food at a discounted price. Lidl sells five kilos of fruit and veg for just £1.50 through its Waste Not scheme while Aldi shoppers can get Too Good to Go bags which contain £10 worth of all kinds of products for £3.30. Sainsbury's also sells £2 "Taste Me, Don't Waste Me" fruit and veg boxes to help shoppers reduced food waste and save cash. Food waste apps - food waste apps work by helping shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses shift stock that is due to go out of date and passing it on to members of the public. Some of the most notable ones include Too Good to Go and Olio. Too Good to Go's app is free to sign up to and is used by millions of people across the UK, letting users buy food at a discount. Olio works similarly, except users can collect both food and other household items for free from neighbours and businesses. Yellow sticker bargains - yellow sticker bargains, sometimes orange and red in certain supermarkets, are a great way of getting food on the cheap. But what time to head out to get the best deals varies depending on the retailer. You can see the best times for each supermarket here. Super cheap bargains - sign up to bargain hunter Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK where shoppers regularly post hauls they've found on the cheap, including food finds. "Downshift" - you will almost always save money going for a supermarket's own-brand economy lines rather than premium brands. The move to lower-tier ranges, also known as "downshifting" and hailed by consumer expert Martin Lewis, could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your food shop. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers race to Aldi for £23 garden planter that doubles as the ideal privacy fence
IF you're prepping your outdoor area for the summer months ahead, a budget buy can elevate it. Aldi shoppers can level up their garden or balcony's privacy with a simple Specialbuy addition. 2 2 Whether you like to lie back and soak up the sun or enjoy a meal al fresco during the warm summer weather, this decor item may be worth picking up. Not only will it help add colour to your garden, but it can give you some extra privacy too. And don't worry if you're only renting, because this bargain buy can be easily installed and removed from your outdoor space. The Wooden Planter with Trellis is priced at just £22.99 and can be picked up in stores now. The Aldi team say it is "perfect to provide support for climbing plants and add a stunning feature into your garden". The planter is 4.5ft tall and comes in two colours, natural wood or grey. A liner is also included which means it's easy to start planting the climbing plants which can add to the overall height of the trellis. At just £22.99 each, buying in bulk could work out much more cost effective than paying for a fence. The Dansway Gifts and Bargains UK Facebook page, which has 252,000 likes, shared pictures of the new gardening buy and said: "Two Types of stylish Lattice Wooden Planters at ALDI." And other shoppers are just as impressed, as one gushed: "I like them." Aldi's Affordable Garden Gadgets: Potting Bench & More! A second wrote: "I did see these, very nice." "This would be a good idea", wrote a third. Meanwhile, a fourth added: "This is quite nice for rose plant." Amazon also has a £14 privacy buy that is described as "perfect" for summer. Another privacy fence is also available from Amazon, for just £5. B&Q has an affordable privacy fence currently on sale, and you can put it up yourself. A £10 B&M product adds inches to your fence, elevating your garden's privacy. And it's not just fences that can help give you privacy in your garden, one B&M item can help shield you from nosy neighbours and the sun. Meanwhile, a Home Bargains buy is said to add a touch of glamour to your garden. How to create privacy in your garden CREATING privacy in your garden can be achieved in a number of ways depending on your budget, and the size of your space. Here are some effective ways to enhance privacy in your garden: 1. Fencing Install a tall, solid wooden or vinyl fence. This is one of the most straightforward ways to gain immediate privacy. Or use lattice panels, trellis, or slatted fencing to add a decorative touch while still offering privacy. 2. Hedges and Plants Fast-growing evergreen shrubs or trees like Leylandii, Thuja, or Bamboo along the boundary of your garden can help with privacy. Grow a dense hedge using plants like Boxwood, Privet, or Laurel. It may take time to grow, but it provides a natural and green privacy screen. Use climbers like Ivy, Clematis, or Wisteria on fences or trellises to create a lush, green privacy barrier. 3. Outdoor Curtains Hang outdoor curtains around pergolas, gazebos, or patios for an easy-to-adjust privacy solution. 4. Sound Barriers A water fountain or small waterfall can help drown out noise, adding to the sense of privacy. Or install fencing designed to reduce noise if privacy from sound is also a concern.
The Sun
20-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Aldi is selling a £15 gadget that keeps your home cool in the summer – shoppers say they're ‘obsessed'
IF you're someone who struggles with the summer heat, Aldi might have the answer. Shoppers can pick up a Specialbuy that guarantees comfort in the hot weather, without breaking the budget. Whether you're tossing and turning trying to sleep in a warm room, or constantly fanning yourself while watching TV, this buy may be for you. As the temperatures continue to rise in the lead up to summer, many Brits are feeling the heat. And since UK households are designed to stay warm, it may be worth investing in a cooling gadget. And Aldi is set to launch the Ambiano Portable Air Cooler with LED lights for just £14.99. The handy buy will hit the middle aisle on Sunday, 25 May. You can select from three speed levels and seven LED colours: dark blue, orange, pink, green, red, sky blue, and purple. Or if you can't decide, there is an automatic colour changing option, available on the easy-to-use control panel button. The handy cooler features a washable filter and a removable water tank. It is fully portable and comes with a handle for easy transportation. And you can stretch the buy as far as 1.5 metres with the accompanying type C charging cable. Is this self-cooling can the future for Coke and beer? One impressed shopper shared her thoughts on the Aldi buy after picking it up last year. "I bought the Ambiano Portable LED Air Cooler and I am obsessed," the bargain hunter wrote on the Facebook group Aldi Aisle of Shame Community. The customer explained that the gadget worked well before she even added the water. "It still kept us cool and once I got the water flowing even cooler," she wrote. The Facebook user concluded that she would "10/10 recommend" the product. How to keep cool in hot weather Most of us welcome hot weather, but when it's too hot, there are health risks. Here are three ways to keep cool according to the NHS... Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have a cool shower or put cool water on your skin or clothes. Keep your living space cool. Close windows during the day and open them at night when the temperature outside has gone down. Electric fans can help if the temperature is below 35 degrees. Check the temperature of rooms, especially where people at higher risk live and sleep. And if you're planning to set up cooling gadgets throughout your home, make sure to take these 10 money-saving steps. You should also make sure to . And a Home Bargains buy can help to keep your pets cool this summer. Amazon shoppers are rushing to pick up a handy fan ahead of the summer heat.
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Aldi launches new collection of £3 buys that turn your garden into a lush oasis & there's 3 cute designs to choose from
Abigail Wilson, Senior Digital Writer Published: Invalid Date, WITH spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, if you're on a mission to give your garden a glow up, we've got just the thing for you. Aldi has launched a brand new collection of affordable buys that are sure to turn your garden into a lush oasis. 6 So if your garden is looking a bit dull, but your purse is feeling tighter than ever before and you haven't got loads of cash to splash on posh decorations, then fear not, you've come to the right place. Luckily for shoppers looking for style on a budget, Aldi has released three new garden buys that are only £2.99 each - and they're super cute. You'll now be able to find the Belavi Metal Wall Decor buys in middle aisles in Aldi stores nationwide. Thanks to the much-loved German retailer, shoppers can now bring wildlife to their outside spaces with these colourful designs. There's a butterfly, bee and ladybird, so you're sure to find one that suits you and your space. Kids are bound to love them and these bargain buys will add a stylish look to your garden in an instant, without any effort involved. The nature-inspired shapes are perfect for embellishing your space and are intended for outdoor use. They can be placed on a wall or fence and are sure to leave your guests (and eagle-eyed neighbours) very impressed. Despite this, they can also be placed indoors too, so if you want to brighten up your pad, you'll want to get your shopping basket at the ready. But you'll need to move fast if you're keen to get your hands on these gorgeous middle aisle finds, as like all Specialbuys, they are sure to sell out fast. Aldi Specialbuys Thursday 22 August Aldi's epic reduction And while you're in your local Aldi, you'll need to keep your eyes peeled for the three-tier airer that's recently been reduced. Thanks to an epic discount, you'll be able to get your hands on the Addis 3 Tier Concertina Airer for less than £2. Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff. Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals. It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers. Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process. It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock. The Specialbuy is normally £14.99, but is now scanning at the till for less than £2, saving shoppers £13. It allows you to dry your laundry indoors and has easy glide feet for quick manoeuvring. And it's clear that many shoppers have been left impressed by the homeware product, which has racked up several five-star reviews online, with shoppers praising it as "strong" and "sturdy". 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Barnsdale Gardens has shared his favourite plants and flowers you should consider adding to your garden, borders and pots. Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade. According to Aldi bosses: "This Addis 3 Tier Concertina Airer is great for those rainy days when the washing line is out of action. 'The multiple tiers provide plenty of room for you to place your recently washed clothes.' Thanks to this bargain buy, that's been described as 'useful and efficient', you'll 'upgrade your laundry routine ' in no time. And luckily for you, this airer is sure to fit the contents of your washing basket, as it boasts a drying space of approximately 16m and has a weight capacity of around 15kg. 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