Shoppers rush to buy winter essential that’s perfect for keeping the heating OFF on cold nights and it costs 1p an hour

HAPPY shoppers are racing to get their hands on a winter essential perfect for keeping energy bills down - it costs just 1p an hour to run.

As the cost of living soars, many Brits are looking to cheaper ways to stay warm as temperatures drop.

And, bargain hunters have gone wild for an affordable heated blanket from ASDA's George.

The Silentnight Teddy Fleece Electric Blanket is sure to keep customers toasty this winter and it's currently on discount at £30.

It costs just 1p an hour to run, and three heat settings allow users to cosy up under the perfect temperature.

Machine washable and sleep safe, this electric blanket has proved a hit with money-saving shoppers.

According to the discount supermarket, the energy-saving gadget heats up ultra fast so you can too.

The teddy fleece fabric creates "maximum cosiness" and easy fit straps make it secure and a breeze to attach.

It measures 135cm x 65cm, meaning it won't reach the edge of your mattress to prevent the blanket bunching up.

Silentnight pride themselves on being rated the UKs number one sleep superbrand, and the Teddy Fleece Electric Blanket remains popular year after year.

This comes as other budget chains are offering similar cost cutting solutions this winter.

Dunelm has rolled out the Cosy & Warm Electric Blanket which retails at just £22 for a single, £30 for a double and £34 for King Size.

But, if you fancy curling up under a heated throw instead, have you covered.

Their is reduced from £59.99 to £39.99, machine washable and gets a 4.8 out of five rating.