POUNDLAND sells a wide variety of products at low costs, but shoppers might be missing a trick.
You could get the bargains at even lower prices if you follow these lesser-known tips.
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There are over 800 Poundland stores in the UK, with opening hours often ranging between 8am and 9pm.
You can find your nearest one using its branch locator.
But before making a visit, check out these tips to save money when shopping there.
Go at the right time
Usually, it’s a good idea to take a trip to the store first thing in the morning so that you can scan the shelves and sniff out deals before anyone else.
Any restocking will generally happen when stores close or just before they open, meaning Poundland shops will be fullest in the morning.
It also makes sense to shop at the most quiet times to beat others to the best deals.
Speak to a staff member at your local branch to get the low-down on its footfall patterns.
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Poundland sells food and drink products which inevitably have use-by dates.
Scan the aisle for items that have same-day or next day expiry dates, as there’s a good chance these will be heavily discounted before the store closes.
Costs tend to be cut to 50p at first, and then by a further 25p if they still haven’t been purchased – meaning you could make a saving of 75p on a single item.
Non-food discounted products often sit by the till points, so head to this area first to lookout for the reductions.
Make sure to check Poundland stores at the end of each season too, as seasonal products may be marked down in order to sell faster and make room for the new lines.
If you can’t see any marked down tickets, double check by asking a member of staff to show you where they are – discounts can be tricky to spot.
Use the website
Shops can charge different amounts in store compared to online.
For example, it could sell a mug for £1 in store, but for 50p online.
So check Poundland’s website, and if you spot something that’s cheaper than the marked price in store, ask the manager whether they can price match the item for you.
But note that honouring a price isn’t an obligation, it depends on the discretion of the person in charge – though it’s always worth a try.
Get social
Knowledge is power, and you can keep up to date with Poundland news on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
The Poundland Appreciation Society on Facebook has 104.9K members, meaning you’ll be updated with new products and deals regularly.
One of its members spotted a £15 cardigan in store that’s a dupe for a £30 Boohoo one and posted it on the channel.
Give the official Poundland channel a follow too, as it will post if there’s ever a competition or event happening.
In the past, Poundland has launched competitions to win £100 vouchers to spend, so keep your eyes peeled for more of these in the future.
Remember to shop around for better deals elsewhere to make sure you’re getting the best price possible, and steer away from purchases purely because they’re discounted or you could go over budget.
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