Current Discounts And Deals #86

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Updated on 17 February 2009 | 2 Comments

Laura Starkey rounds up some Christmas bargains - all of which can be delivered by Christmas Day, if you hurry!

This article was first sent to Fools as part of our Frugal Friday email campaign.

Welcome to the last Frugal Friday of 2008! I hope it finds you ready for a few days of rest and relaxation.

Of course, if you're still struggling to get hold of those last-minute pressies, you may be feeling more frazzled than festive. So, why not put your feet up for a few minutes and check out this latest round up of discounts and deals?

All online bargains included can still be delivered in time for Christmas, as long as you order them by the times specified!

Games, books and gadgets

First up this week, Waterstones still has a wealth of offers on books. There's up to 50% off the store's selection of 'gift' books, up to 50% off best-sellers and also 50% off selected 'books of the year'. Order by 3pm on Monday 22 December - but you must be willing to pay for DHL delivery to your home or a local branch of Waterstone's. Details of delivery charges can be found here.

And if you're after a cheap sat nav system for yourself or a loved one, this Binatone X350 might interest you. It's now £48.93 at ASDA Direct, and can be delivered before Christmas at the standard cost of £4.95 if you order it on or before 21 December.

Film and box sets

Here's an offer that might 'suit' comedy fans (ahem). The Ultimate Fast Show Collection is now just £12.99 at Play.com -- a whopping £27 less than the RRP! As long as your order by tomorrow at the latest, your order will still quality for free delivery before Christmas.

This Six Disc Monty Python Movies box set is another gift that might inspire a few giggles on Christmas day. It's now £10.97 at Amazon, so shoppers will save £24 off the RRP. Also at Amazon, this Planet Earth DVD set is a present that nature-lovers should enjoy. It's reduced to £12.98, a saving of £27 off the RRP. UK orders for First Class delivery before Christmas must be placed by 20 December. Details of First Class delivery costs can be found here.

Homewares, toys and gifts

This is a gift I defy any foodie not to adore: a George Foreman grill! This one is now half price at Amazon, and costs £34.24. (Delivery details are as above.)

BHS is now offering up to 50% off a range of Christmas gifts. This five piece professional cookware set is also half price at £75. As long as you order by 12 noon on 20 December, your items will qualify for standard delivery before Christmas. It costs £3.43.

Finally, hardcore homeware fans may be tempted to trek to Ikea this weekend. Its sale has now begun, so there are bound to be bargains aplenty!

Fashion and beauty

There's still a super range of discounts on fashion and beauty items this week. Here's my pick of the best.

 Adams: up to 50% off clothing and footwear for boys, girls and babies. Buy in store, or order before 5pm on 21 December for Express delivery in time for Christmas (£5.75).

 ASOS: 20% off a selection of beauty gifts for men and women. There's also up to 70% off a selection of shoes and boots. Order before 4pm on 20 December to ensure your items qualify for standard delivery (£3.90) and arrive before Christmas.

 Burton: up to 50% off sale items. It's now best to buy in store, though, as guaranteed pre-Christmas deliveries will cost £5.95 (and must be arranged before noon on Monday 22 December).

 Faith: up to 70% off sale items. UK orders must be placed by December 21 at the latest for delivery before Christmas, which is free when you spend more than £60.

 Hobbs: up to 60% off sale items. The deadline for online ordering in time for Christmas has now passed, but buy in store using this voucher and you'll save an additional 10% off your purchases when you buy before 24 December.

 Oasis: up to 50% off sale items. Buy in store, or order before 1pm on 22 December to quality for next day delivery (£5.95).

 Office: up to 50% off footwear for men and women. However, the deadline for ordering in time for Christmas delivery has now passed -- so you'll need to buy your shoes in store if you need them before the big day!

 Warehouse: up to 50% off sale items. Buy in store, or order by 1pm on 22 December for next day delivery in the UK (£4.95).

In addition, Debenhams is offing up to 50% off fashion for men and women, 10% off selected beauty products and up to 50% off selected games and gifts. Order by 21 December at the latest to ensure your items are with you in time for Christmas. Standard delivery costs £4.50 per order, or is free if you spend over £100. Please note, certain Debenhams concessions are not included in this delivery offer.

Extra offers

Finally, here's a special offer that's exclusively for Fool readers. Save 10% on all UK and worldwide car hire any time up until 31 October 2009, when you book through this link to HolidayAutos.co.uk. However, this offer only applies to bookings made by 5pm on Christmas Eve -- so act fast!

Have a fun and Frugal Friday, a merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year!

Worried you may have missed a bargain last week? You can read our previous Frugal Friday email here.

Also, remember: all prices and offers featured in this email were correct on the day it was sent out, but discounts and deals are subject to change and often sell out quickly.

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