Home Bargains has come forward with a response following a shopper’s discovery of a significant price drop on a small item at its stores. The budget-friendly retail giant is truly embracing its reputation for offering great deals this week, as a festive item was spotted with a massive discount of ‘half price or less’.
A customer shared a photo on the popular social media platform Facebook, showcasing the price reduction after stumbling upon it at a local store. They exclaimed, “Star-shaped candle was £11,000, now 69p, an incredible deal by Home Bargains!”
The image displayed the star-shaped candle holder in black, roughly the size of a palm. The accompanying label on the store shelf indicated: “Save £10,999.31 compared to the recommended retail price (RRP). 69p. RRP £11,000.”
As expected, the comment section was filled with humor and disbelief. Many seized the opportunity to make light of the pricing error. One individual humorously mentioned buying two candles last week at £11,000 each, while others speculated on the quality of the product given the extreme discount.
Home Bargains quickly joined in on the fun, acknowledging the mistake on its official Facebook page. Sharing the same image, the store quipped, “When it comes to savings, we don’t mess about,” delighting its 1.6 million followers.
The post garnered nearly one thousand likes and numerous witty comments from amused followers. Jokes ranged from insuring the candles as valuable items to speculating if the stock was from a high-end retailer. The general consensus was that this was a “star buy” and a deal not to be missed.
The retailer’s self-deprecating humor was well-received by customers, further enhancing its reputation for providing great discounts and value for money.