Shopping

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Shoppers signing up for a Nectar card can get a 25% discount on over 500 products at Sainsbury’s

Get £100 of top Sainsbury's staples for £75 in inflation-busting deal

Sue Ryder Fratton Park Furniture shop has closed

Sue Ryder Furniture Fratton Park closes after 12 years

Champneys 24 Days of Spa Glow Advent Calendar

Boots cuts prices on 2026 advent calendars

Kipling's Back to School collection has launched

Ad Feature Kipling launches durable back-to-school collection for 2026

New-look Fareham Shopping Centre

Major £9.5m shake-up for ‘tired’ shopping centre approved

Beth Snow says buying supermarket gift cards through cashback apps before paying for her shopping helps her save around £100 a year.

The easy trick which helps a shopper save £100 a year on groceries

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits deal includes a wide selection of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal is helping families save on summer meals

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits promotion includes a wide range of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal could make summer holidays easier

M&S has cut 20% off its school uniform range, with discounted prices on shirts, skirts, polos and jumpers ahead of the new term

M&S has 20% off school uniform sale - but it ends soon

Members of the public walking past the exterior of a TG Jones shop on a high street

Major restructuring plans approved for TG Jones

Fossil’s Carlie watch is now available for under £100 on Amazon as part of a limited-time deal

Fossil watch under £100 on Amazon

Lucketts Travel

Hampshire coach trips to theatres and Christmas markets make a return

Aria Thorpe. Fresh pictures of a nine-year-old girl stabbed to death at her home have been released ahead of a trial of her alleged murderer.Aria Thorpe died from a single stab wound at her home in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset on 15 December last year.A 16-year-old boy, who can not be named because of his age, has been charged with her murder is due to go on trial at Bristol Crown Court today. (Mon).Ahead of the trial, Avon and Somerset Police said Aria's family have "deliberately" selected six photos they wanted to be "associated" with her throughout the proceedings.

Teenager found not guilty of murder and manslaughter of nine-year-old

A similarly decorated lounge to how Amparo Lounge will look when it opens on Wednesday, June 12.
Picture is of Sarto Lounge in Sidcup.

New home-from-home café-bar to open next week

Salomon Quest Echo GTX walking boots

Best Outdoor Gear 2026: Top Running & Hiking Products Reviewed
The cold and gloomy days of winter are now behind us, with the bright shoots of spring bringing a fresh new outlook to many households.
Daniel Bailey

The bladeless tower fan combines cooling features with a slim modern design

Bladeless tower fan drops into Amazon sale as warm weather approaches

Susan's bridal shop in Stoke Road, Gosport, is closing down at the end of the month. Pictured is owner, Beverley Thorne.

Historic bridal shop to close after 52 years as owner retires

Younger consumers are paying almost twice as much as pensioners when buying snacks.

Ad Feature Gen Z hit hardest by corner shop convenience pricing

M&S Sparks loyalty scheme: Changes announced plus birthday perk

M&S Sparks loyalty scheme: Changes announced plus birthday perk

Roses Are Red Cotton Shirt Dress

I've found the perfect Joe Browns outfit or spring/summer

People are turning to online communities for money-saving tips.

Money‑saving hacks include abandoning online baskets for discounts

Rubens at the Palace Hotel - a suberb five-star hotel in the heart of London

The Rubens at the Palace review: luxury London hotel stay

Boots Advantage Card: Loyalty card is changing and one perk is ending

The programme will empower early creators and members across the UK to help grow the platform and build communities.

Ad Feature WeShop launches programme to empower creators in the UK

Boots’ 2026 trends report, includes hydration supplements, skincare and haircare designed to support modern self-care routines

Boots reveals the six beauty and wellness trends set to shape 2026
Boots has analysed data from 17 million Advantage Card holders to reveal six beauty and wellness trends set to shape routines in 2026
Julie Bayley

The company's 'Shopping Starts Here' campaign celebrates their recent Nasdaq listing

Ad Feature WeShop launches new UK campaign to reward new and existing users

Olivia Dean wore a floral dress at The Brit Awards 2026.

Be inspired by Olivia Dean's red carpet style with floral dresses

Amazon Spring Deals runs from 10–16 March with thousands of discounts across tech, home appliances and everyday essentials.

Amazon Spring Deals start 10 March – why Prime unlocks deals

Portsmouth named one of the UK’s top online shopping cities

Portsmouth named one of the UK’s top online shopping cities

Morrisons will deliver a lavish meal for two to your door just in time for Valentine's night

Morrisons £15 Valentine’s dine in for two deal ends soon

A shopper carrying red sale bags marked with a bold percentage sign, symbolising seasonal discounts and bargain hunting

Free Top Buys email finds the best UK deals this February

Portsmouth Magistrates' Court Picture: Chris Moorhouse

Prolific shoplifter jailed for 16 months

Pompey boss John Mousinho has provided a transfer update tonight. Pic: Jez Tighe/ProSportsImages

Transfer latest: Pompey boss on loans, fees and attacking player hunt

I found this Clarins skincare and it’s going straight into my basket - now 40% off

I found this Clarins skincare on sale in Debenhams

51 per cent of Brits are already sitting on £400 of unused items.

Sunday 4th January is the busiest day to sell unwanted Christmas gifts

Online safety is a 21st century priority - but do you REALLY need to spend money on a VPN service?

Why everyone is buying VPNs this Christmas

The Yankee Candle pop-up shop has opened in Gunwharf.

Exciting new pop-up shops open in Gunwharf

I rank Christmas 2025 supermarket adverts from best to worst - including Asda, Tesco and M&S Food

Ranking Christmas 2025 adverts from leading UK supermarkets

Mike Dawes, store manager, Charley Woodley, assistant manager and Alex Dickenson, store supervisor, celebrate the opening of The Entertainer on Friday, December 5.

"We are very happy to be here" - See inside Gunwharf's new toy store

Marylebone High Street looked like a winter wonderland at night time

Enjoy a festive shopping and foodie trip in Marylebone Village, London

One of UK's "best-loved" toy stores to open in Gunwharf

Here are the best ranked shops in Gunwharf Quays according to Google reviews.

The best shops in Gunwharf according to Google reviews

Fareham Shopping Centre will be hosting festive late night shopping on Thursday, December 11 and 18.Photos by Alex Shute

Festive Late-Night Thursdays announced for Fareham Shopping Centre

Santa Clause arrived to turn on the lights

39 magical pictures of the Waterlooville Christmas Lights Switch-on

A poll of 2,000 adults found 83 per cent have tightened purse strings during the past 12 months.

Brits have cut back more than £1000 due to rising costs

Younger shoppers are more prone to impulse purchase regret.

Almost 4 in 10 people admit to Black Friday regret from impulse buys

A customer looks at some goods at an Asda supermarket. The supermarket is selling 24 stores and a distribution depot in a £568m deal to boost finances (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Major UK supermarket chain selling 24 stores in £568m deal

Black Friday

Amazon early Black Friday deals surge with discounts and price drops

A woman walks past a Black Friday sale sign on Oxford Street. Black Friday has stretched into 'Black November', making real bargains harder to spot (Photo: Jack Taylor/Getty Images)

Many shoppers are skipping Black Friday 2025 for better bargains

Store manager Laura Briant and her team welcomed customers to the refreshed store on Saturday, November 15.

“We’re delighted" - Matalan in Fareham opens after undergoing refresh

The Index catalogue was published from 1985 to 2005

7 lost catalogues you'll remember from the 70s, 80s, 90s and noughties

Morrisons has partnered with SpotlessWater to install 24/7 self-service ultra-pure water stations across the UK (Photos: Getty Images/SpotlessWater)

Major UK supermarket rolls out convenient new 24/7 service - locations

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) schemes like Klarna and Clearpay are becoming popular for spreading the cost of Christmas (Photo: Pexels)

7 essential BNPL tips to keep your Christmas spending under control