With Christmas just days away, a last-minute bargain on a popular children's toy has been discovered at a major UK retailer, offering significant savings for parents and grandparents.
The Pre-Christmas Price Slash
Shoppers at the Home Bargains store in Merry Hill can now pick up the coveted Tasty Tines Bake Shop set for only £4.99. According to the price label, this represents a saving of over 80 per cent from the manufacturer's suggested retail price (RRP), which is typically around £29.99.
The deal was highlighted on December 21, 2025, by savvy shopper Lauren Campbell-Naylor in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group on Facebook. She noted the set was found in the toy section and has an expiry date of April 2026.
What's in the Box?
The extensive playset is designed to let children create their own miniature treats and includes over 30 pieces. Key features of the Tasty Tines Bake Shop set include:
- A working water dispenser and a petite bakery kitchen setup with shelves and drawers.
- Various mini tools like a working mixer, spatula, rolling pin, and mixing bowl.
- A food-safe silicone cake mould, cookie cutter, and a cake stand.
- A tiny, microwave-safe cardboard "oven" and icing piping bags.
- Enough mixes to make two mini cakes and twelve cookies.
This interactive set is part of a wider range that uses real, working mini appliances to encourage creative play.
Shopper Reaction and Comparisons
The Facebook post sparked considerable excitement among bargain hunters looking for the perfect last-minute gift. Many commenters were quick to celebrate the find.
"I got this for one my granddaughters and this the one thing I’m looking forward to her opening bargain," wrote one grandparent. Another simply exclaimed, "The whole kit!!!"
The scale of the saving was emphasised by a user who pointed out that the same set is listed for £34.99 on Amazon, cementing its status as a "super bargain." A fourth commenter reminisced, "What a bargain . My daughters used to love these x".
This significant price reduction at Home Bargains provides a welcome opportunity for families to secure a high-quality, engaging toy at a fraction of the cost during the expensive festive season.
