9 tips and secrets to save money at Lidl, including its bargain hour and wine of the week
FROM bargain booze to the best times to find bargains, here are nine tips and secrets to save you even more cash at Lidl.
The German retailer has become one of the top discounters in the UK thanks to its low prices, stealing customers away from Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and Morrisons.
To help make your money stretch even further, we’ve put together a guide on how to get the most from your next Lidl shop.
For example, did you know Lidl’s in-store magazine is full of coupons that can save you cash?
We spoke to Tom Church, co-founder of , to find out his top shopping tips.
If you're ready to start bargain hunting, use the to find your nearest Lidl.
Shop early to get the best deals in Lidl's bargain hour
Lidl reduces items at the start of the day and the best deals can be found between 7am to 8am, when most stores open.
Tom told us how he often finds cooked meats, salmon fillets and breads reduced by 30 per cent or more.
It's not guaranteed you'll find massive reductions each time you visit, but getting to your local when it opens will maximise your chance.
You can find your local branch's opening times .
Plus, this Corbieres red wine from France made our list of top wines for under £5 earlier this year, with a price of £4.99.
This week, the discounter has £2 off a Spanish Rioja - now down to £2.99 from £4.99.
Browse the Middle of Lidl
Everyone knows about the "Middle of Lidl" - it's here you'll find a load of random stuff that you didn't realise you need, at good prices.
This is a great way to plan your trip and only get the bargains you need.
The Middle of Lidl is refreshed every Thursday and Sunday.
This week there's a festive selection, including a Christmas reindeer outside ornament for £6.99.
Use social media and the Lidl app
To stay in the know, follow Lidl on all its social media outlets.
Lidl is on , and .
It's often these pages where the supermarket posts deals first, so it's worth keeping a close eye on them.
If you're going on holiday, you'll also be able to access information for Lidl stores across Europe.
Sign up to Lidl's newsletter
Shoppers who are signed up to the Lidl newsletter will get exclusive offers sent to their inbox twice a week.
Collect coupons from the in-store magazine
Lidl’s in-store Moments magazine often contains money-saving coupons and vouchers, so don't chuck it away when you get home from a shop.
For example, shoppers have previously got £5 off their next £25 shop.
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