LIDL shoppers are in for a treat as this week’s Middle of Lidl bargains have already hit shelves – with prices starting at just £4.99.
From handy garden gadgets to must-have laundry gear, these deals are available right now – but as always with Lidl’s middle aisle, once they’re gone, they’re gone.
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Top of the list is the Vileda Mixer 3 Tower Airer, labelled a “Top Pick” by Lidl and priced at £29.99.
It offers space-saving drying for up to three loads of washing, with 30 metres of line, six foldable racks, coat hanger hooks, and wheels for easy movement.
Another star buy is the Parkside Greenhouse, also a “Top Pick”, priced at £19.99.
Ideal for spring planting, it comes with four sturdy shelves, a UV-resistant outer, and a zip-up front for easy access.
It’s simple to assemble and great for growing everything from tomatoes to herbs.
Also up for grabs is the Livarno Home Rose Arch, now £7.99 with the Lidl Plus app (normally £9.99).
It’s a decorative metal frame with earth spikes for stability, perfect for climbing plants or adding a touch of charm to any garden.
DIY fans can bag the Parkside Long Reach Heat Gun/Weed Burner for £14.99.
It’s a two-in-one tool that works as both a powerful heat gun and an eco-friendly weed burner – plus, it comes with multiple nozzles and heat settings for all sorts of home jobs.
Just be aware: it’s not available in every store.
For something more seasonal, Lidl’s Small Bunny Planter is available now for £4.99.
Each comes with a colourful Kalanchoe plant, perfect for adding a bit of Easter cheer to your home – or as a cute gift.
All of these items are in stores now as part of the Middle of Lidl range – so don’t hang about if you’ve got your eye on something.
As always with Lidl’s special buys, they’re only around while stocks last – so get in quick if you don’t want to miss out.
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How to save money at Easter
Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements shares her tips on how to save cash at Easter…
Stock up on eggs – The best value Easter eggs typically sell out by the time the long weekend comes around so by in advance and stash in a cupboard so that you don’t get tempted to nibble.
Cut entertaining costs – If you are hosting family or friends over the holiday, consider asking them to bring a dish such as dessert, or a couple of bottles to cut costs. Use a price comparison site to find the lowest prices on the food and any other decorations or gifts that you need. Try PriceRunner or Trolley.co.uk.
Plan ahead – School holidays combined with gift can make Easter a pricey time of year, especially if you have children. Create a budget ahead of time and look for ways to keep it in check. You can go for free days out by making a scavenge hunts and limit the number of
Flash sales – Make a list of what you need for Easter and look out for flash sales or promotions from supermarkets on items that you need.
Cashback – Use cashback sites to get a little kick back on any spending that you are doing. Try Topcashback or Quidco.
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 week, Aldi launched garden Specialbuys starting from just £2.79 which included solar lights.
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, which 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.
Three weeks ago, Wilko knocked down prices on patio sets, lounge chairs, and bistro sets.
This was a huge sale on outdoor furniture, offering up to £500 off just in time for spring.
In February, Dunelm had a huge clearance sale with discounts of up to 75% on hundreds of items.
And most homeware stores hold sales in the summer.
Last summer, Dobbies launched a huge summer sale with prices slashed by up to 50%.
The items on sale included garden furniture, plants and homeware.
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.
How to bag a bargain
SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…
Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.