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Aldi shoppers rush to buy garden essentials scanning for just 29p that are perfect for entertaining kids
The offer might not be available in every Aldi store
ALDI shoppers are rushing to their local stores to snap up some garden essentials that are currently scanning for just 29p – and will be perfect to keep the kids entertained.
A bargain hunter went online to spread the word about the deal, revealing the discount supermarket was selling a paddling pool for just pennies.
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The canny shopper also told the members of the group on Facebook that the store was selling shoes for just 99p as well.
Other members of the group were also able to take advantage of the offer.
One person wrote: “Grabbed a few today so cheap!”
While another said: “Only had two pairs sliders left in mine luckily were mine and my daughter's size 99p each.”
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Although it would appear the offer wasn’t available in every Aldi outlet.
One user of the site posted: “Nothing in ours.”
While another added: “Not in mine.”
The Bestway three ring inflatable paddling pool is just over one mete by 25cm and is suitable for kids aged over two, though always with adult supervision.
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It's always best to phone ahead to your local shop to check what they have available to avoid disappointment.
You can find your nearest one by using the locator tool on the supermarket's website.
Stock can vary from one store to the next, especially when it's Aldi's Specialbuys.
I’m a die-hard Aldi shopper but I trialled M&S for a week, I was so surprised, I’ll definitely be back
These are weekly offers on bargain items that shoppers are quick to pick up.
It also reduces any leftover stock especially if it's end of season to make way for new items.
It always pays to compare prices so you know you're getting the best deal.
Prices can also vary day to day and by what deals are on at the time, plus remember you might pay for delivery if you're ordering online.
You can compare prices on platforms like Google Shopping.
But it's unlikely you'll beat the 30p paddling pool bargain.
It's not clear how much the pool was originally but last year it was selling a similar one for £6.99.
You can pick up a similar Bestway three-ring paddling pool for £5 from B&Q.
A similar model is on sale for £2.79 from Waitrose and comes in rainbow colours.
Meanwhile the original price of the hiking shoes s unknown. But last year the supermarket was selling similar ones for £16.99.
You can pick up hiking shoes for as little as £17.99 from Decathlon.
If you're buying online remember to factor in delivery fees.
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It comes as Aldi bargain hunters were also rushing out to get their hands on a dupe for a popular Cadbury's dessert.
Dairyfine Pots of Choc, Aldi's version of Cadbury's Dairy Milk Pots of Joy, are described as a "smooth and creamy dessert".
When's the best time to shop at Aldi?
WHEN it comes to shopping at Aldi, the best time to do so depends on what you want to buy.
For reduced items - when shops open
Red sticker items are rare at Aldi's 830 UK stores, but the supermarket says that none of its food goes to waste so there are some to be found - if you're quick.
A spokesman for the supermarket said: "All items are reduced to 50 per cent of the recommend sales price before stores open on their best before or use by dates."
That means you have the best chance of finding reduced food items if you go into stores as soon as it opens.
Opening times vary by shop but a majority open from 7am or 8am. You can find your nearest store's times by using the supermarket's
For Specialbuys - Thursdays and Sundays
Specialbuys are Aldi's weekly collection of items that it doesn't normally sell, which can range from pizza ovens to power tools.
New stock comes into stores every Thursday and Sunday, so naturally, these are the best days to visit for the best one-off special deals.
For an even better chance of bagging the best items, head there for your local store's opening time.
You don't have to head into stores to bag a Specialbuy, though.
They also go on sale online, usually at midnight on Thursday and Sunday, and .
As long as you spend at least £25, you'll get the items delivered for free.
Remember: once they're gone, they're gone, so if there's something you really want, visit as early as possible
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