Exact date when you can buy Easter chocolate for the cheapest price – and when you can get a discount
EASTER is fast approaching and it won’t be long now to get a bargain on your favorite chocolate.
There is a price war and retailers are lowering the price of Easter eggs.
But with so many deals around, and others popping up left, right and centre, it can be hard to know if you’re actually getting the cheapest price.
To help you protect your pennies, The Sun spoke to Sarah-Jane, a deals expert at MyVoucherCodes, to find out exactly when you should be buying your Easter eggs.
But remember that prices can change daily at this time of year, so it’s best to do your own comparison to ensure you get the cheapest deal.
You can use price comparison sites such as Google Shopping and Trolley.co.uk to compare prices from different retailers.
Below, Sarah-Jane reveals the best time to buy your chocolate before Easter, and when you can get huge discounts.
The cheapest time to buy chocolate before Easter
Easter may still be more than two weeks away, but Sarah said there is no time to waste when it comes to getting the best deal.
“The best time to stock up on Easter eggs is now,” Sarah said.
“Supermarket giants such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s are offering reduced prices to loyal customers who have a Clubcard or Nectar Card, but these offers won’t last long.”
Tesco has slashed the cost of 22 extra-large Easter eggs, including many Cadbury varieties.
For example, Clubcard customers can buy a 232g Cadbury Dairy Milk Twirl Easter Egg for £3.50.
But if you are not signed up for the loyalty program, you will have to pay a fiver.
You’ll also need to act quickly because the vast majority of these deals expire on March 19.
Elsewhere, Sainsbury’s has several discounts on Easter eggs for Nectar card buyers.
Sarah said the retailer is cutting prices on some of its ‘luxury’ brands in the evening.
This includes a large 195g Lindt Easter egg with a salted caramel golden bunny, which retails for £9 with a Nectar card, and £11 without.
There’s no end date for Sainsbury’s offers, but they change regularly so it’s best to act before the deals disappear.
Sarah-Jane said it’s also worth checking out Morrisons.
She added: “The supermarket is also offering discounts and special bundles on Easter eggs and treats.
“The good news is that the cheaper prices are valid until March 31.
“But it’s only while supplies last – so shop early or late so you don’t miss out.”
But Sarah-Jane said it’s also important to look at discount stores as well.
She said: “While the larger supermarkets have some great deals, don’t forget to visit great value stores such as Aldi, Lidl and Poundland for Easter chocolate bargains.”
The cheapest time to buy Easter eggs is after Easter
Even after Easter is over, shoppers may still be eager to get a bargain on their favorite chocolate.
Most retailers will start selling their Easter stock on Easter Sunday, Sarah-Jane said.
“Small supermarkets open on Easter Sunday may reduce egg size shortly before closing time,” she added.
Major supermarkets such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s close their larger stores on Easter Sunday, but you can still visit Express and Local stores.
Either way, the vast majority of deals will take place in the days after Easter.
Sarah-Jane said: “Expect to see Easter egg shrinking all day on Easter Monday.
“The Tuesday after Easter will see the most discounts as stores free up space for other seasonal products.”
In previous years, The Sun has found Easter eggs at Morrisons for just £1.99.
Discounts vary by supermarket and branch, as it depends on how many stores have left.
Some may not have any Easter eggs on offer at all if they sell out before the big day.
It’s worth looking online or going to your local store to see if there are any bargains on offer.
How can I save on my supermarket shopping?
There are plenty of ways to save money at your grocery store.
You can look for yellow or red stickers on products, which indicate when they are discounted.
If the food is fresh, eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money because you’ll be less likely to make hasty purchases when you go to the grocery store.
Choosing your own brand can be an easy way to save hundreds of dollars a year on your food bill, too.
This means ditching the ‘best’ or ‘luxury’ products and instead opting for ‘own’ or value-for-money lines.
Many supermarkets have shaky fruit and vegetable programs where you can get cheap prices if they are misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering 5kg boxes of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you’re on a low income and a parent, you could potentially get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers, which you can also use at the supermarket.
In addition, many municipalities offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.