A POPULAR outdoor clothing chain is due to shut following a massive closing down sale.

Millets, which has been operating for over a century, announced that the Burgess Hill store in West Sussex will be closing for good.

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Shoppers can get a huge 30 per cent off all Millets stock in the soon-to-be-shut location, according to reports in Sussex World.

Millets stocks big name brands including the likes of Berghaus, The North Face and Jack Wolfskin.

It’s one of 100 Millets stores across the UK.

The chain is owned by fellow outdoors retailer Blacks and it was founded all the way back in 1893 – with its first two stores in Southampton and Bristol.

A source close to the store said: “We decided not to renew the lease at our Burgess Hill store which had come up for renewal.

“This affects four colleagues, and we are working with them to see if there are alternative roles available at other local JDGroup stores.”

Shoppers were left crying to hear about the shocking store closure.

They will now have to visit the nearby branches at Horsham GO Outdoors Express, Uckfield Millets or Brighton Millets.

It’s not the only Millets store that’s set to close – part of the chain’s string of closures has also affected Yorkshire.

Millets on Market Street, York, was pictured with signs that read “all stock must go” with 30% off on “absolutely everything”.

The much-loved shop’s closure will come as a huge blow to people who rely on the branch for camping essentials.

Customers will now have to visit the nearest Millets shops in Beverley and Scarborough to shop for camping essentials.

The reason behind the store closure is yet to be revealed.

It comes after a handful of closures of Millets stores across the country in recent weeks, including Sussex, Halifax and Cheltenham.

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ALDI is bringing out some hot deals to heat your house as the cold nights draw in.

With the ongoing cost of living crisis and energy bills scarier than Halloween, Brits are looking for alternative ways to keep toasty this Christmas.

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Certain gadgets on sale could keep you from tampering with the radiator and risking racking up the energy bill.

Aldi Specialbuys are a selection of products released each week at a discounted price so you can be ready to help tackle the icy nights.

This week on the Special Buy range are a collection of heating products designed to keep your house as warm as possible without breaking the bank.

The Sun has collected a list of energy bill-saving bargains to look out for.

These products aren’t available yet at their discounted price but will be on the shelves October 30.

The deals are published on the Aldi website but they are sold on a  first-come, first-served basis so make sure to snap them up quickly if you spot something you like.

Heated Airers

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With the bitter British weather, the washing line might be out of action, but this doens’t mean you need to turn to the tumble dryer.

The Ambiano Heated Airer, which you can pick up for £34.99, offers 18 bars of heat to dry clothes quickly and efficiently.

It stretches out to 1.4m so you can dry all your winter warmers ready for bed.

Fan Heater

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For that extra blast of warmth you can take home a Kirkton House Fan Heater for £24.99.

The product offers two different heating settings – 1000W, or you can double heat and have 2000W of powered warmth.

This means it will cost around 22p or 45p to run for an hour.

With a ‘modern freestanding design’ Aldi claims the portable gadget even has tip-over protection.

Insulation Wrap

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To keep your house as warm as possible you can line the walls with Multi Purpose Insulation Wrap by Superfoil.

Priced at £12.99, this item tackles the chilly air by keeping out the cold, trapping heat inside, and reflecting UV light.

It also prevents damp and condensation which can cause mould and temperature drops.

This wrap reduces loss by up to 65 per cent for each large insulation wrap, according to Aldi.

Radiator Foil

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Radiator foil is effective at preventing heat loss by reflecting the heat directly back into the room.

This increases the radiator’s efficiency and ensures they are working at their max capacity.

You can nab the Superfoil Radiator Reflector for £9.99 and cut it to adapt to any radiator.

Aldi claims the foil to reduces heat loss by up to a whopping 86 per cent and it comes 0.6m x 3m which should be enough to cover three radiators.

Thermal T-shirts

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For £9.99 you can grab a pair Workwear Thermal T-Shirts to keep as warm as possible while still wearing something lightweight and breathable.

In black or grey, the short-sleeved thermal set come in sizes medium to extra-extra-large.

Money saving experts always recommend piling on the clothes before whacking on the heating.

Oil Radiator

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Oil radiators are a cost-effective way to heat your house as quickly as possible.

Costing around 20p per hour to run the Kirkton House Oil Filled Radiator can provide a much needed burst of warmth.

The compact product is marked at £29.99 and comes with a carry handle so you can bring it do your bedroom for those frosty mornings.

With three heat settings and an adjustable thermostat you can tailor your temperature without compromising on cost.

Draught excluder

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If you want the most bang for your buck, Aldi is offering a Workzone Adhesive Draught Excluder for only £1.99.

The Workzone Adhesive Draught Excluder lines the gaps between your windows to prevent drauphts.

Heat often escapes through breaks in the window and can drastically change the temperature of a room.

With the choice of white, brown, or black, you can match the accessory to a range of window frames.

SHOPPERS were flocking to Dunelm to get their hands on an item scanning for a fourth of the marked price.

The Elora Stripe Green 100 per cent Cotton Duvet Cover & Pillowcase Set was being bought for only £3.50 despite being marked at £14.

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Dunelm fans were quick to comment on the offer, posted on hotdealsuk.

One user wrote: “Woohoo! A Dunelm deal locally in stock for me.”

Another added: “Good deal but nearest store that has them from me is 16 mile away. Would cost me that in petrol to collect them.”

The soft cotton set is designed with button to keep your bedding secure to keep you warm during these chilly winter nights.

With a striped print on one side and a gingham pattern on the other, there are multiple ways this bedding bargain can by styled.

For £3.50 shoppers were able to go home with a duvet and two matching pillowcases.

That works out as less than £1.17 per item.

The deal sparked such interest the bedding quickly went out of stock in many Dunelm stores, much to the dismay of multiple keen customers.

Unfortunately the deal expired four days ago and is no longer available.

For those gutted that they missed out on the cheapest bedding about, there are still chances to bag a bargain at the popular homeware store.

There are a few things sneaky shoppers can do to get discounts all year round.

If you check out the shop’s “Returns Outlet” page on the website there are often a range of discounts and deals.

All these products have been bought by customers but then returned to the retailer, but are always in good nick.

The only thing missing from these items are the box.

Another way to hunt down a deal at Dunelm is by visiting one of their outlet stores.

Shoppers can grab discounts worth up 70% at some of the outlet stores, with the items still in perfect condition.

Dunelm describes them as: “Practically perfect pieces at irresistible prices.”

For those looking to give their home an winter make-over there are already some Black Friday deals popping up on the Dunelm website:

• Versailles White Square Laundry Basket, 50% off, £14-£24 – buy here
• Gabriella Washable Rug, 20% off, from £23.20 – buy here
• Libra Washable Blackout Pencil Pleat Curtains, 50% off, £17.50-£47.50 – buy here
• Eddie Velvet Tub Armchair, 30% off, £159 – buy here
• Lynton 2 Drawer Bedside Table, 30% off, £99 – buy here

CASH-STRAPPED families could slash the cost of their supermarket shop by going low and picking items from the bottom shelves, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.

There is even a “Store Bottom Shelf” hashtag on TikTok, highlighting how cheaper items are often placed lower.

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Consumer expert Jane Hawkes says: “You can get some great bargains simply by looking down.”

Here, we reveal the money you can save by scanning the lower shelves.

MORRISONS

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Quaker oats 1kg: £2.75
Morrisons oats 1kg: 90p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: £1.85
Price difference: 205%

McVitie’s Digestive biscuits: £1.90
Morrisons Digestives: 85p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: £1.05
Price difference: 124%

Napolina Penne 500g: £1.50
Morrisons Penne 500g: 69p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: 81p
Price difference: 117%

ASDA

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Dolmio bolognese sauce 450g: £1.65
Asda smooth bolognese 500g: 69p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: 96p
Price difference: 139%

Pepsi 2-litre: £2.15
Asda Classic cola 2-litre: 70p
Shelves down: 2
Price increase: £1.45
Price difference: 207%

Bisto beef gravy granules 300g: £3
Goldenfry gravy granules 300g: £1.20
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: £1.80
Price difference: 150%

TESCO

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Nutella hazelnut chocolate spread 350g: £3.45
Tesco hazelnut chocolate spread 400g: £1.69
Shelves down: 2
Price increase: £1.76
Price difference: 104%

Harpic power and max toilet cleaner: £1.65
Tesco active toilet gel 750ml: 49p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: £1.16
Price difference: 237%

Douwe Egberts Pure Indulgence instant coffee 190g: £6.49
Tesco Gold instant coffee 200g: £2.25
Rows down: 5
Price increase: £4.24
Price difference: 188%

SAINSBURY’S

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Napolina butter beans 400g: £1
Sainsburys butter beans 400g: 48p
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: 52p
Price difference: 108%

Pip & Nut peanut butter 300g: £3.25
Sainsbury’s smooth peanut butter 340g: £1.09
Shelves down: 3
Price increase: £2.16
Price difference: 198%

Heinz spaghetti hoops 400g: £1.25
Sainsbury’s spaghetti rings 400g: 35p
Shelves down: 4
Price increase: 90p
Price difference: 257%

HE is on a mission to help our pets  . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions.

Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm tails.com, has helped with owners’ queries for ten years.

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He says: “If your pet is acting funny or is under the weather, or you want to know about nutrition or exercise, just ask. I can help keep pets happy and healthy.”

Q) I AM thinking of getting some fish for my ten-year-old son Toby to get him interested in wildlife.

What size do you think is a good starter tank and what fish do you recommend?

Mark Castle, Birmingham

A) Buy as big as you can afford, with an appropriate size filter.

Your local aquatics store can advise, and it’s worth finding one dedicated to fish only as they will be able to give you time and expertise.

I always say that you are not keeping fish, you are keeping water.

Water quality is key, and it’s a fine balance between the amount of water, the number of fish and the capacity of the filtration.

Food in means poop out, and if there is too much food there will be too much of the end product polluting the water and causing issues.

A small freshwater tropical aquarium will cost a fair initial outlay, with weekly maintenance needed.

So it’s not a small commitment, but will provide hours of fascination and wonder. I’m still mesmerised by mine.

Q) MY chihuahua Sally hates me cleaning her teeth.

She just won’t have it and runs away. It’s such a struggle.

I have tried all kinds of different flavoured toothpaste, but her breath is a bit stinky.

Are those chews that are designed to clean teeth the real deal? And can I just use them instead of brushing?

Dominic McGrath, Glasgow

A) Firstly, well done for trying.

This is something many pet owners never get around to and, without cleaning, it’s inevitable your dog will need dental work sooner or later.

Some dogs tolerate brushing very well, others hate it and never come around.

The trick is to start slow and for short periods, gradually building up the time you ask them to tolerate it.

It’s also important to say some breeds are more prone to dental disease, mainly our toy breeds, ­chihuahuas and Yorkshire terriers in particular.

Taking Sally to the vet for an annual check-up is important.

And it’s likely, even with brushing, that she will need a proper dental cleaning under anaesthetic every few years.

Q) AS a pup, my eight-year-old German shepherd had a good hip score.

But for the last six months, Bear’s back legs have become weak.

He is not in any pain and still runs around full of enthusiasm, but he’s a farm dog who has never been in a car and I don’t want to stress him out by taking him to a vet.

Is this just an age thing that is typical of the breed?

Is there anything I can do to help this matter?

Sally Hansard, Gainsborough, Lincs

A) I can’t really help you here. Not taking him to the vet for a potential issue that could have lifelong complications isn’t really in Bear’s best interests.

Any stress involved will be outweighed by the knowledge and advice gained by finding out what is actually wrong with him and how best to manage it going forward.

Q) I WANT to have a wildlife pond in my garden, but is it right you shouldn’t put koi or goldfish in it?

Ideally, I’d like both. What do you think?

Bruce Taylor, Cardiff

A) You definitely need to choose one or the other.

Goldfish and koi are not compatible with wildlife.

They will eat most creatures in the pond that provide important food for other native wildlife.

Star of the week

RESCUE cat Marley has been crowned the UK’s most loving moggy for comforting trafficked women.

He beat thousands to the Cat of the Year title at the Cats Protection awards, where he met TV presenter and writer Dawn O’Porter.

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The seven-year-old soothes guests at the London safe house, giving out cuddles and posing during art therapy sessions.

Karen Anstiss, 59, head of Caritas Bakhita House, currently home to 11 women from 11 countries, said: “Marley is a wonderful example of the power of love.

“Often, him placing a paw on our guests’ legs is the first kindness they’ve experienced in years.

“Before he went into rescue, he’d had a hard time, so he recognises our guests’ trauma.”

WIN: Dog training

WOULD you love a calmer and more relaxed life with your dog?

Win one year of Pup Talk The Pack online dog training membership worth £360.

It includes easy training videos and support from Niki French, author of best-selling book STOP! Walking Your Dog.

To enter, send an email marked PUPTALK to sundaypets@the-sun.co.uk by Nov 3.

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Learn what makes your pooch tick

DOG owners should carry out personality tests on their pets so they can mix with like-minded mutts.

Pet psychology expert Heather Stevens says your best friend can find their own BFF if you follow her tips.

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The trainer and author of Beyond The Breed: The New Way To Know And Understand Your Dog believes that pinpointing a canine’s character makes for a happy pet and owner.

Heather, who also runs doggy day care, began studying canine characteristics to ensure her clients got along smoothly.

She says: “Identifying the character of your dog helps with training and understanding how they see the world.

“Owners feel more empowered when they know a little more about what’s really going on with their dogs.”

Heather, 68, from Richmond, North Yorks, adds: “It explains why two dogs from the same litter can be so different and why they may be best friends with one black labrador, but terrified of another that looks exactly the same.

“I wrote the book to help people develop a deeper emotional understanding of their dogs so they can really grasp what’s happening when it comes to their behaviour.”

Learn more about Heather’s work and training tips, and buy her book, at beyondthebreed.co.uk.

KIDS love getting into the Halloween spirit.

But parents will be horrified to learn that seven million scary costumes are thrown away in the UK each year.

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That’s a lot of money wasted for one day of the year.

To save your purse, and the planet, try these tricks and treats . . . 

SWAP SHOP: Halloween costume swaps are popping up across the country.

Check out local libraries, community hubs and Facebook groups to see if there is one near you.

If not, you could organise your own.

Set a date, put the word out among friends, school groups or social media and give it a try.

With a tight time-frame this year, you could start small and aim to make it more of an event in 2025.

SPOOKY SAVINGS: Charity shops are the perfect place to put together a spooky Halloween costume on a limited budget.

You may be lucky to snap up a complete second-hand fright night outfit.

If not, use a charity shop find to put together your own look.

Look for a cheap wedding, bridesmaid or evening dress.

Add rips and fake blood stains, then go all out on some scary make-up.

SECOND-TIME SCARIES: Marketplaces like Vinted have grown hugely in recent years and they’re an essential stop for anyone looking for a Halloween costume.

Go to the Fancy Dress & Costumes section to pick up a bargain on a pre-loved outfit.

Little witches and wizards can pick up a scary look for under £5, including postage.

MAKE IT UP: Halloween costumes are two-a-penny, but it is shocking make-up that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Save on your outfit and go to town on your face effects instead.

Get a face paint pallet for under a fiver from a supermarket or Superdrug and use it to terrifying effect.

YouTube is packed with Halloween make-up tutorials to get you started.

• All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.

Deal of the day

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LISTEN up – you can get JVC Deep Bass Bluetooth headphones for £20 at B&M, down from £40.

SAVE: £20

Cheap treat

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TUCK into four Greggs frozen products from Iceland for £10, including a pack of four sausage rolls, £3.

SAVE: £2

What’s new?

ALDI wants to find Britain’s scariest Halloween house – and the prize is £1,000 of Aldi vouchers.

Send a snap of your decorated house – from this year or last – to aldiscariesthouse@clarioncomms.co.uk by Tuesday.

Top swap

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WAKE up with a glow thanks to the Elemis Peptide4 Plumping Pillow Facial, £59, at uk.elemis.com, or look lively with Lacura Overnight Plumping Face Mask from Aldi, £5.99.

SAVE: £53.01

Little helper

KIDS can enjoy a free meal with the purchase of an adult main course at Frankie & Benny’s this half-term.

The offer runs from tomorrow until Friday, November 1.

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BE Halloween-ready, with three pumpkins for the price of two at Hobbycraft.

They come in different colours and sizes, from £1 to £20.

SAVE: Up to £20

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