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Big names such as Boots, Dyson, John Lewis, Ninja, Shark and Very have dropped early deals
As ever, Black Friday deals are making an early entrance, with hundreds of brands and retailers tearing up the rule book to kickstart a month of Black November savings. And we’re here to help you find the best discounts before it all ends on Cyber Monday on 27 November.
While the deals extravaganza isn’t technically supposed to start until next week on Friday 24 November, we’re already seeing deals on everything from technology, TVs, laptops and gaming gear to mattresses, beauty, fashion, home appliances and much more. You name it, Black Friday has a discount on it.
The likes of Amazon, Shark, Dyson, John Lewis, Ninja, Very, Currys and Boots have already started cutting prices, with Nintendo, Apple and more set to join the fun in the coming weeks. We’ve been covering the Black Friday sales for years here at IndyBest, and we know when a deal’s a steal and when a deal’s a dud. Stick with us, because we’ll be rounding up only the very best Black Friday offers all month.
The best Black Friday travel deals 2023
Black Friday isn’t just about tech, fashion and beauty, but there are also some stellar savings to be had across travel. From flights and hotels to package holidays or rail fairs, budget travellers could save hundreds on their next trip with travel deals from Booking.com to Expedia and G Adventures.
Whether you’re dreaming of European hotspots or trips to the Caribbean, bookmark our guide below for the best Black Friday travel deals as they drop.
Black Friday travel deals 2023
Here’s where to shop the best Black Friday 2023 travel deals
Does M&S have a Black Friday sale?
A go-to destination for Christmas shopping, fashion, beauty and food, you might be surprised to hear M&S hasn’t taken part in Black Friday in previous years.
But this doesn’t mean there aren’t deals over the Black Friday period. Reductions tend to drop from now until Christmas, so you’re still in with a chance of bagging a bargain. Helen’s got the full lowdown, including the best offers to shop now.
M&S Black Friday sale 2023: Our pick of the top deals to shop now
While the retailer hasn’t officially taken part in previous years, seasonal deals do appear around Black Friday
Black Friday toy deals, from Toniebox to Lego
Black Friday is perfectly timed to tick off your shopping list for Christmas, particularly when it comes to toys. We’ve still got a week to go, but early deals are giving us a taster of what’s to come.
Lego Friends holiday ski slope and cafe set: Was £74.99, now £44.99, Very.co.uk
Lego sets offer hours of fun for children, and you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to early Black Friday Lego deals. However, there’s an avalanche of savings on this set, which is a particularly good buy, as it consists of both a ski set and a cafe that can be played with long after the build is done.
Tonies starter set, light blue: Was £79.99, now £63.99, Boots.com
Make story time more fun with this Tonies starter set, which includes a Toniebox and a creative-Tonie figure. The Toniebox was named best for screen-free fun in our guide to Christmas gifts and toys, with our tester noting: “We particularly liked the range of lullaby Tonies, and the fact there’s plenty of Tonies to suit older kids.”
Save 50% on Now TV for Black Friday
I was looking for an excuse to renew my Now TV subscription – and I’ve just found it. For Black Friday, the streaming giant is offering 50 per cent off six month subscriptions, from entertainment and cinema packages to sports.
Whether you’re looking to binge Succession, catch up with And Just Like That, rewatch The White Lotus while we wait for the third season or get up to speed with the Formula 1 world championship, Now TV lets you watch hundreds of TV shows, films, sports series and more from the comfort of your living room.
A rare discount on an Apple iPad
Apple iPad 9th gen (2021): Was £369, now £319, Very.co.uk
This £40 saving on an iPad in Very’s Black Friday sale is a real gem. The ninth-generation iPad has a large 10.2in retina display, powerful A13 bionic chip, an ultra-wide front camera and can work with Apple pencil and the smart keyboard. It also has up to 10 hours battery life, stereo speakers and up to 256GB storage. Read our review of the tablet to find out more.
Tackle your laundry load with this heated airer
Heated airers are trending more than ever this winter, as a cost effective means to dry laundry instead of using a tumble dryer. They’re also a god send in a tiny flat like mine, as they help dry clothes quickly without that horrible damp smell. If you’re in the market for one, Lakeland has the perfect deal for you below.
Dry:Soon drying pod: Was £99.99, now £69.99, Lakeland.co.uk
The model landed a spot in our review of the best heated clothes airers and was awarded five stars (out of five). Our tester noted that it’s “compact, taking up less space than a coat rack, and it’s powerful.” They also praised the cover “for privacy” and the “fast-drying times”. A winter must-have, this deal with a 30 per cent saving is a very worthy investment.
Amazon’s Echo dot smart speaker is just £21.99
Amazon’s echo dot speaker range is deservingly popular. Powered by Alexa voice control, the designs are sleek, easy to use and pleasingly affordable. If you’re looking for an excuse to invest, Black Friday is the one.
Amazon Echo dot (2022): Was £54.99, now £21.99, Amazon.co.uk
The latest, fifth-generation Echo Dot has the same design as its predecessor, but with improved audio quality and deeper bass from its single 1.73in speaker. With the many features of the Alexa voice assistant, the Echo Dot can be used as everything from a handy timer in the kitchen to an alarm clock in the bedroom or a radio in the office. For Black Friday, you can save a huge 60 per cent.
Gamers, the PS5 is at its lowest price ever
While Sony has kicked off its Black Friday sale a week early, dropping the price of the PlayStation 5 to £389.99 between now and 30 November, Steve’s just spotted that online retailer Very has gone one step further though.
Yes, it’s offering Sony’s next-generation console for just £379, the lowest price the PlayStation 5 has ever sold for. Run, don’t walk.
PS5 disc edition console: Was £479, now £379, Very.co.uk
The Currys Black Friday sale is here
Currys’ Black Friday sale is always a standout. Spanning tech, home appliances, gaming and more, it’s joined the likes of Amazon, Boots and John Lewis to kick off their sales early.
A great sale for anyone looking for a discounted Christmas gift or viral products (we’re looking at you, air fryers), find the best Currys Black Friday deals in our guide below.
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Cosy down with Lakeland’s electric blanket
A cost-effective alternative to turning the heating on, electric blankets give you an extra layer of warmth throughout winter.
Lakeland sherpa electric heated throw, teal: Was £89.99, now £53.99, Lakeland.co.uk
Reduced by £36, this Lakeland offering has nine settings for both heat and time, is machine-washable for ease, and features fleecy sherpa material. We included this exact heated throw in our best electric blankets guide, in which out tester said: “The controls are great for customising” and “it’s easy to see what you’re setting, too, as there’s an LED screen on the controls.”
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