Every year, the Boxing Day sales take the UK by storm. People get wrapped up warm and head to their local high street to get some of the best deals of the year!
Like clockwork, the Boxing Day sales arrive in the UK every year on the day after Christmas Day, offering a smorgasbord of post-festive treats (and not just the edible sort).
The Boxing Day sales are often steep and wide-ranging, making it the perfect time to bag a bargain on anything from fashion to electronics, toys to furniture and everything in between.
As ever, we aim to help you navigate and strategise for the Boxing Day sales 2023, ensuring you squeeze out the most from the most festive of shopping seasons.
- When do the Boxing Day sales start in 2023?
- Last year’s best Boxing Day deals
- What to expect this year?
- Some expected deals for Boxing Day Sales
- Bushmills Irish Whisky 70cl for £17.25
- Reebok Classic Glide Ripple Suede Trainers for £21.79
- Nike End of Season Sale – up to 50% off
- Chromecast with Google TV (HD) for £22.99
- LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Main Street set for £93.99
- Tips to prepare for Boxing Day Sales 2023
- Boxing Day sales FAQ
When do the Boxing Day sales start in 2023?
The Boxing Day sales commence right after the Christmas Sales, somewhat predictably, on Boxing Day — 26 December 2023. This year that is a Tuesday, and as ever, a bank holiday!
Some retailers might launch their sales online as early as Christmas Eve or even extend their sales into the new year’s January Sales. Therefore, it’s ideal to keep a close eye on your preferred brands, shops, and stores in the days leading up to Christmas and Boxing Day.
Last year’s best Boxing Day deals
Boxing Day sales in 2022 offered a variety of fantastic deals, as seen on hotukdeals. A lot of free games from Epic Games were considered the ‘hottest’ deals of the week, but there was a massive variation of offers.
Here’s the top 10 hottest and best of the Boxing Day sales 2022:
- Dishonored Definitive Edition, Mortal Shell, Eximius: Seize the Frontline, and Severed Steel — all free to keep at Epic Games
- Pepsi Max 24 x 330ml cans (Original / Cherry / Lime / Diet) — two packs for £12 (Clubcard Price) at Tesco
- Nintendo Switch eShop New Year Sale at Nintendo eShop
- Samsung 55-inch UE55AU7100 Smart 4K Crystal UHD HDR TV £379 at Argos
- Google Pixel 7 smartphone 128GB model in Snow for £498.42 at Amazon
- The North Face Winter Sale – Up to 50% off at The North Face
- Harris Seriously Good No Loss Paint Brushes for Walls and Ceilings, 5 Brush Pack for £6.40 at Amazon
- Mens Fila Primo Air fitness inline skates for £14.99 at Decathlon
- Philips Ambilight 55OLED856 55-inch OLED 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart TV for £799 at Richer Sounds
- Adidas 3 Strip Tracksuit for £6.99 at Sports Direct
Not only, Boots had plenty of offers on beauty sets after the Christmas rush,
What to expect this year?
Boxing Day deals 2023 are expected to feature favourable offers both online and in-stores (where possible). From TVs and games consoles to smartphones and tablets, clothing and footwear to makeup and perfume, there will be the ideal buy for everyone.
You need to be ready to brace the cold winter mornings and be aware that it will be very busy, but that’s all part of the fun!
Keep an eye on these retailers for enticing deals and vouchers available for Boxing Day:
Popular items to catch on sale include Christmas stuff, to keep in storage for the year after. Plus clearance sales start around this time, as shops need to get rid of stock ready for the new lines in the new year.
Be aware that some shops will be closed on Boxing Day, which is becoming something of a tradition in itself. For instance, Aldi, Lidl, Poundland and Home Bargains will all shut up shop so their staff can spend more time with family.
Some expected deals for Boxing Day Sales
Update21/12/2023, 11:54
Only a few days to go before Christmas, so we thought we should offer up some expected deals for the Boxing Day sales. They should include food and drink, TVs, clothes, and much, much more.
Here’s a few examples that are live on hotukdeals:
Bushmills Irish Whisky 70cl for £17.25
A lovely bottle of Bushmills Irish Whiskey for those post Christmas dinner tipples! Now only £17.25 using your Clubcard at Tesco.
Reebok Classic Glide Ripple Suede Trainers for £21.79
There will be lots of shoes and clothing on sale, such as this pair of men’s Reebok Classic Glide Ripple suede trainers in blue. They can be yours for only £21.79 using the code BOK70.
Nike End of Season Sale – up to 50% off
Sign up to a Nike membership for free delivery and up to 50% off. This Nike Sportswear Therma-FIT Repel Women’s Synthetic-Fill Hooded Parka is now £90.99, down from £139.95
Chromecast with Google TV (HD) for £22.99
Amazon will definitely be part of the Boxing Day sales. Get this Google Chromecast with Google TV for just £22.99 at the moment.
LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Main Street set for £93.99
We all know LEGO will be included in the Boxing Day sales, and you won’t even need to leave the house! This amazing set is £93.99 on Amazon.
As the days progress ever closer to the festive period, take time to look on this page for more expected Boxing Day sales!
Tips to prepare for Boxing Day Sales 2023
Get ready for Boxing Day sales with these helpful tips:
- Make a list, and check it twice!
Start with a clear idea of what you need to avoid impulse purchases. It’s like they say, never go food shopping when hungry — you’ll buy treats and snacks you don’t actually need.
- Set a budget
It’s easy to overspend during sales, so decide on a spending limit. Budget wisely, otherwise you could come out worse off and owe rent/bills.
- Subscribe to retailer newsletters:
Early access to sales and exclusive deals are often provided to newsletter subscribers.
- Compare prices
Ensure you’re getting the best deal by comparing prices across different retailers and websites. hotukdeals is a great option for doing this.
- Shop online
Avoid busy crowds and access exclusive online deals by shopping from your warm home.
- Discount code
Using voucher codes for Boxing Day sales 2023 is saving money because they allow you to purchase items at an even more reduced price. At some shops sales and codes are stackable, this is usually the case for the Argos or Currys Boxing Day sales to name just two.
- Inquire about returns
Clarify return policies before buying, especially because many sellers extend return periods during the sale season. Take a look at this guide to see which shops are offering extended returns this year.
- Set up alerts and Daily Picks on hotukdeals
Stay updated with the best deals delivered straight to your device with the hotukdeals app.
The best Boxing Day sales offers: hotukdeals’ Daily Picks
Every day, the hotukdeals team puts together a round-up of what’s hot, to make sure you don’t miss out on the best deals and hottest topics of the moment.
You’ll get a list of our favourite deals sent directly to our app, so you never have to check anywhere else. More than that, it’s free, and it’s 100% handpicked for you!
What do you need to do? Download the hotukdeals app of course!
Boxing Day sales FAQ
Boxing Day sales typically kick off on 26 December, but some retailers might begin their sales early online from Christmas Eve. The sales normally continue until the end of the year and sometimes will extend into the new year.
Most major retailers such as Amazon, Asda, Argos and Sainsbury’s, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Next, Boots, Debenhams, and Zara will participate in Boxing Day sales.
It is a traditional day of sales on the UK high street, and has now gone online to most stores.
Absolutely! Boxing Day sales offer significant savings on a wide range of products, from electronics to luxury goods, making it a perfect time to shop.
If you are not scared of getting a bit cold and are a fan of crowds, then shopping in-store can offer even better discounts.
Well the ‘best’ sale would largely depend on what you’re shopping for, but Amazon, Argos and John Lewis are known for heavily-reduced Boxing Day sales across various categories. And the Next sale is famous for massive discounts on its clothing brands.
Whilst both have great deals, it will depend on the categories and specific items. However, Black Friday has been and gone now, so Boxing Day is your best bet.
It’s worth keeping an eye on the brands and stores you like and comparing prices to determine where and when to make your purchase.
For all the offers available this Boxing Day and beyond, it’s worth looking on the dedicated page on hotukdeals.