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7dayshop.com
• www.7dayshop.com
Headers: Photography, Flash Memory, Inkjet Items, Batteries & Power, CD DVD, Computing, PC & Laptop Memory, Audio Visual, Outdoors, Mobile Phone Accessories
One of the top few sites for bargains if you are looking for any of the above items. Especially competitive for photography, batteries and inkjet cartridges. Although 7dayshop is based in the Channel Islands, all prices quoted are fully inclusive of VAT for UK customers - no other duties or taxes are payable.
Amazon.co.uk
• www.amazon.co.uk
Headers: Books, Electronics & Photo, Music, DVD, Video, Software, PC & Video Games, Home & Garden, Toys & Games
Although associated mostly with books of which they have a huge stock, covering nearly all subjects, Amazon now sells virtually everything. And their prices are surprisingly good. The electrical goods, for example, are very competitively priced. The site is very easy to navigate and there are also a huge selection of useful, and usually well written reviews for products. You can also search for goods available in the auction department plus you can get good deals from the many used items sold at Amazon.
• Special Features: 30 returns policy.
• Free Delivery on most orders >£15
Argos
• www.argos.co.uk
Headers: Furniture, Homewares, Household Appliances, Sound & Vision,
Office PC & Phone, Photography, Sports & Leisure, DIY Garden & Pets,
Toys & Games, Baby, Personal Care, Jewellery & Watches
The retail giant Argos sells an enormous range of (mostly) household goods
and usually at very competitive prices. Also, they very often have sales on,
so its always worth while checking out the website if you can't get down to
your nearest store - I know we've managed to get some good bargains in the
past! The site is fast loading and easy to navigate. Argos was founded in 1973
and now has over 500 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argos is headquartered in Stafford.
• Special Features: Free 16 returns days policy for non faulty items. Either return to your nearest store or they will collect free of charge. You can also set up gift lists with Argos for weddings, anniversaries etc.
Bennetts Electrical
• www.bennettsonline.co.uk
Headers: Televisions, Audio & HiFi, DVD & Video, Camcorders & Cameras, Communications, Accessories, Wireless Media Centre, Satellite Navigation, Laundry, Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Cooking, Vacuum Cleaners, Personal Care, Heating & Cooling, Small Appliances, Fitness Machines
Huge range of electrical products featuring most of the major brand names. Based in Norwich, Bennets currently has 11 stores in England and Wales.
• Connection Service: Gas/electric cookers, washing machines and cinema surround sound installation can be arranged for certain areas. Please telephone for details.
• Special Features: Warranties available
• Free Delivery on orders >£200
Brennands
• www.brennands.co.uk
Headers: Kitchen, Cleaning & Laundry, Garden Inflatables, Heating & Cooling, DIY & Garden Tools, Electric Blankets, Electrical Travel Accessories
Based in Huddersfield, Brennands is a family run business offering a large range of kitchen and home accessories, including small kitchen appliances, accessories and cookware. Heating & Cooling includes fans, heaters and electric fires. There is also a smallish range of electric garden tools.
• Special Features: Loyalty points given for every pound you spend with them.
Comet
• www.comet.co.uk
Headers:Kitchen & Home, Home Entertainment, Computing, Portable Technology
As you would expect from one of the largest retailers in the UK, Comet have a very wide range of products for sale online in all categories. In addition, Comet provides comprehensive product guides for the whole of their range. Additional features are a repair service backed up by over 600 engineers across the UK, old fridges removed for £15, connection and installation available where neccessary plus extended warranties.
• Special Features: Monthly payment plans on selected products. Returns policy: 28 days for unopened items, 7 days for opened items. Comet now offers "Click and Collect" - order online and collect from your nearest Comet branch.
• Connection Service: Comet offers a connection service for washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens & hobs, TVs.
• Special Offers:Comet Current Discount Codes
• Free Delivery on all kitchen appliances >£399
Co-op Electrical Shop
• www.coopelectricalshop.co.uk
Headers: Laundry & Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Cooking, Built in Appliances, Kitchen Sinks & Taps, Televisions, DVD & Video, Audio & Hi Fi, Small Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners, Heating
• Connection Service: is not available but for a small fee they will remove old kitchen appliances if they are disconnected.
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy. Many items, including large appliances, can be delivered within 2 days. Look out for the "Rapid Delivery" symbol.
Delivery is for mainland UK only
Currys
• www.currys.co.uk
Headers: Audio & HiFi, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing, Cooking, Dishwashers, DIY and Garden Tools, DVD & Video, Fitness Sport & Health, Gadgets & Gifts, Gaming, GPS Satellite Navigation, Home Security, In Car Entertainment, iPod & MP3, Lighting, Phones, Refrigeration, Small Appliances, Small Kitchen Appliances, Televisions, Vacuum Cleaners, Washers & Dryers
Currys offers a range of many thousands of products online including a constantly updated range of Web exclusives. 24 Hr Helpline, delivery 7 days a week (usually within 4 working days of order) and expert installation, backed by a nation-wide network of over 380 stores. Comparison capability allows you to compare similar products.
• Special Features: Detailed buyers guides. As well as buying online you can now reserve certain items online and collect and pay at your nearest store.
Connection Service: Available for Large Kitchen Appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: For the latest Curry Promo Codes: Direct to Offer Page
Dixons
• www.dixons.co.uk
Headers: TV + DVD, Kitchen, Phot, Sat Nav, Games, Audio, Computing, Fitness, Household, Gadgets
Although the Dixons High Street stores have been re-branded as Curry's Digital, the Dixons brand continues to trade online. (Currys, Dixons and PC World amongst others are part of the same electrical retail group, DSG Retail Limited). Thousands of products from binoculars to mp3 players, from global positioning systems to recordable DVD players, not to mention a huge range of kitchen appliances. Fast, no fuss, secure online shopping.
• Special Features: Price Match promise. Finance options available.
• Installation Service: Available for large kitchen appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Dyson
• www.dyson.co.uk
Headers: Technology, Products, Accessories
Very classy website from Dyson where you can not only buy a Dyson cleaner or Dyson accessories, but also get a run down on how they work! It took James Dyson 15 years to develop this technology and now Dyson cleaners are the number one selling vacuum cleaners in the UK.
• Free Delivery
Electrical Spares Ltd
• www.espares.co.uk
Headers: Electrical Spares & Accessories, Batteries & Chargers
Electrical Spares Ltd has a huge range of accessories and spare parts for most domestic electrical appliances, including kichen appliances, heaters, polishers, cleaners, TV & audio, computers and also flymos. Prices are very competitive. Electrical Spares is based in Chelsea.
Grattan
• www.grattan.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Kids, Interiors, Electrical, DIY & Outdoor, Extras
Clothes for all the family plus home accessories and furniture, audio visual and computer equipment, garden and outdoor equipment - in short all the things you would expect to see in the Grattan catalogue! Buy online or request a catalogue. Grattan belongs to the same group of companies as Freemans and Kaleidoscope.
• Special Features: Interest free credit terms available plus there is a free 14 day returns policy on unwanted items.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: - 20% off first order (excluding electrical and sale items)
Great Universal
• www.greatuniversal.com
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electrical, Home & Garden, Leisure
The website is operated by the catalogue people, Great Universal. This means that you can either pay immediately by credit or debit card, or you can open an account with them. Account holders get 20 weeks interest free credit and 40 weeks for some items such as computers and mobile phones. There is a large choice of clothing, electrical and home and garden goods - just what you would expect from a catalogue.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: 10% discount is available for first time visitors and up to 20% off Great Universal catalogue prices when you buy online.
Littlewoods
• www.littlewoods.com
Headers: Women, Men, Kids & Toys, Sport & Leisure, Home & Garden, Appliances, Electronics, Jewellery & Gifts
Littlewoods, famous for many years for its catalogue service, now offers over 40,000 products online, including clothing and footwear for all the family, sports equipment, toys, furniture and home accessories, electrical equipment plus a wide range of garden equipment, tools and accessories. Request a catalogue or buy online.
• Special Features: Interest free payment plans available. Free 14 day returns policy.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: £15 off when you open a credit account
Maplin Electronics
• www.maplin.co.uk
Headers: Blank Media, Cables, Components, Computers, Home & Office, In Car, Outdoor Leisure, Sound & vision, Tools & Service, Toys & Kits
Audio, video, electronic and computer products, components and accessories, all available online. Especially good for components and more obscure electronic bits and bobs. Plenty of gadgets and gizmos also. You can order the famous Maplin catalogue online, either in paper form or on cd. Maplin currently has 75 retail stores throughout the UK and Ireland.
• Free Delivery on orders >£35
isme
• www.isme.com
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electronics, Appliances, Home & Garden, Sports & Leisure, Toys & Games, Jewellery & Gifts
Isme is the online arm of Marshall Ward - many of you may be familiar with the Marshall Ward catalogue. Like most catalogues, they sell a wide range of clothing for all the family, plus household and leisure items. If you don't want to pay for goods immediately, you can set up an Assist account with them and pay monthly. No credit charge is made if you pay by the due date. If you prefer, you can order a catalogue online. Marshall Ward also offers a range of financial services including loans and insurance.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy - goods will be collected. Sign up for the newsletter and be entered in a monthly draw to win £1000 to spend online at Marshal Ward.
• Special Offers: 10% discount with your first order.
Oxendales
• www.oxendales.com
Headers: Fashion, Lingerie, Nightwear, Footwear, Men, Home & Leisure, Electricals
Part of the JD Williams home shopping group, Oxendales offers value for money clothing in wide ranging fittings (12 – 34, with selected styles in 10 – 36) plus furniture, home accessories, audio visual equipment, small electricals, PAYG mobiles and kitchen appliances. Buy online or request a catalogue. Oxendales is based in Manchester.
• Special Features: You can add up to 12 different delivery addresses in your Oxendales address book.
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