B&Q runs deals all year round, but not every discount is worth jumping on. Some categories follow clear seasonal patterns, and buying at the right time can save you far more than grabbing the first price drop you see.

Once you understand how B&Q’s sales cycle works — and how to layer in membership perks — it’s much easier to shop smarter. Before you check out, take a look at Groupon’s latest B&Q promotions to squeeze a bit more value out of your purchase.

Jump to a B&Q sale

• B&Q Black Friday sale
• B&Q garden furniture clearance
• B&Q kitchen sales
• B&Q Christmas sale
• B&Q Christmas lights sale

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When B&Q sales usually land

B&Q runs promotions year-round, but the biggest savings tend to follow a predictable seasonal pattern. Here’s when it’s usually worth waiting for a deal:

• January: Christmas clearance, end-of-line décor and lighting
• Spring (March–April): early garden furniture deals and outdoor prep
• Bank holidays (May–August): tools, DIY essentials and project staples
• Late summer (August–September): garden furniture and BBQ clearance
• Autumn: bathroom and kitchen promotions
• Black Friday (November): major discounts across tools, kitchens and bathrooms
• December: Christmas décor sales and end-of-year clearance

Major sales moments worth waiting for

B&Q follows a fairly predictable pattern with its biggest events — knowing the schedule is like having a crystal ball for your DIY budget. Different categories peak at different times, and some sales are genuinely worth holding out for.

B&Q Black Friday sale

B&Q’s Black Friday sale is one of its biggest events of the year, with strong discounts on power tools, kitchens, bathrooms and big home improvement buys. It’s usually not just a one-day affair either — deals often run for several days around the main weekend.

What makes B&Q’s Black Friday different is the focus on practical home upgrades rather than flashy gadgets. If you’ve got a “proper job” purchase coming up, this is often the best time to do it.

B&Q garden furniture clearance

The best prices on garden furniture usually show up towards the end of summer, when B&Q clears remaining seasonal stock. This is when patio sets, loungers and outdoor sofas tend to see their deepest reductions.

If you’re happy buying ahead for next year, late August and September are prime bargain-hunting months.

B&Q kitchen sales

B&Q typically runs kitchen promotions a few times a year, often in spring and autumn. These sales usually include percentage discounts on units, doors, worktops and complete kitchen bundles.

The biggest savings often come from buying a complete suite rather than piecing everything together one cabinet at a time.

B&Q Christmas sale

B&Q’s Christmas sale focuses on decorations, lights and artificial trees. Discounts often get better as December goes on, with the deepest reductions appearing just before and after Christmas.

For maximum savings, January clearance is ideal if you’re happy storing decorations for next year.

B&Q Christmas lights sale

If you only buy one festive thing on sale each year, make it your lights. B&Q usually starts rolling out Christmas lighting deals once the decorations range lands (typically from November), with the best reductions appearing as we get closer to December.

The sweet spot depends on what you care about most:

• Best choice: shop early (late October to November) for the widest range of indoor and outdoor lights
• Best prices: shop later (early to mid-December) when bigger discounts tend to kick in
• Absolute cheapest: grab leftovers in January clearance if you’re happy storing them for next year

If you’re doing the full front-garden sparkle, it’s also worth checking for multi-buy offers on outdoor lights, extension leads and timers — those little extras can add up fast.

Category-specific deal hunting that saves you the most

Different product categories have their own deal cycles. Once you learn the patterns, you’ll spot the best-value moments (and avoid paying peak-season prices for no reason).

Garden furniture that’s cheapest when you buy ahead

Don’t wait for the first perfect sunny weekend to start shopping — by then, the best pieces are often gone and prices can creep up. If you want selection, shop early spring. If you want the lowest prices, target late summer clearance.

Power tools that are worth buying in bundles

Power tool deals pop up year-round, but the best value is often in bundles — especially if you’re building a collection in one brand system. If the bundle includes a battery, charger, case, or extra accessories you’d buy anyway, that’s where the real savings are.

Bathroom bargains that make sense long-term

Bathrooms are one area where “end of line” can mean big savings — just make sure you actually like the look of it, because you’ll be living with it for a while. If you’re renovating, suite deals are usually the easiest way to knock down the total.

B&Q Club perks that make repeat buys cheaper

The B&Q Club is one of those membership programmes that actually delivers value rather than just collecting your email address. It’s free to join, and it can pay off quickly if you’re doing multiple projects over the year.

Join quickly and start earning rewards

Joining takes a couple of minutes online or in store. Members can get early access to offers and targeted deals, plus money-off rewards when they spend.

Member offers can be quieter but better

Some Club deals don’t shout as loudly as headline promos — think “extra off already-reduced” or offers tailored to what you’ve bought before. If you shop B&Q regularly, it’s worth having.

Smart shopping habits that stack with sales

Beyond obvious sale events and membership perks, a few small habits can make a big difference to what you pay (and how painless the trip is).

Find the clearance section fast

Every B&Q store has clearance areas, but they’re not always signposted like a treasure map. If you’re not fussy about colour, packaging, or “latest range” labels, these sections can be brilliant for bargains on discontinued and seasonal stock.

Hit free delivery without adding random junk

B&Q offers free standard delivery on orders over £75. If you’re just under the threshold, add something you’ll genuinely use later (screws, fillers, sanding sheets, paint supplies) rather than panic-buying something you don’t need.

Shop when the store is calmer and stock is better

• Weekday mornings tend to be calmer and better stocked
• Early Sunday can be a smoother run if you need staff help
• Saturday afternoons are often the busiest, with longer queues and patchier shelves