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Barretts Winter Sale - Now On!
Posted on 31 December 2020
Good news! Our Winter Sale has started!! We're going to kick off 2021 with an amazing winter sale, where we can start afresh and get your home looking just how you want. With up to 50% off you'll be getting bargains across all Departments. Even though the store may be closed,...
Christmas tableware!
Posted on 09 December 2020
Dressing a Christmas table! As the last year has been dreadful we'll all be turning to making sure our Christmas will be perfect! This will include making sure we have a beautifully dressed room and dining table. To show what's possible, here are a few photos of our wonderful Christmas Tableware...
Barretts Flooring Lockdown Sale!
Posted on 28 November 2020
Flooring lockdown sale! Up to 15% off There's still time to book a free measure & estimate and save on carpets, curtains & blinds in our 'Lockdown Sale’!You can click here for on-line measure request service, or call the store on 01394 384300 from 9.00am this Monday (30th).If your measure is...
Barretts 'Give Back Friday'
Posted on 26 November 2020
As an antidote to 'Black Friday', Barretts is running 'Give Back Friday', donating 10% of on-line sales to charity! Whilst the American import 'Black Friday' has become part of our shopping culture, we at Barretts simply don't like! We feel it appeals to the greedy side of human nature, plus...
Barretts Lockdown Sale - Now On!
Posted on 13 November 2020
There's still time to book a free measure & estimate and save on carpets, curtains & blinds in our 'Lockdown Sale’! You can click here for on-line measure request service, or call the store on 01394 384300 from 9.00am this Monday (30th).If your measure is booked before we re-open on Wednesday...
Barretts Services during lockdown
Posted on 11 November 2020
Barretts is open Online and for Click & Collect, AND, in line with Government Guidance, we are continuing with measures, fits and deliveries Plus, our Winter Sale has started! You can click here for on-line measure request service, or call the store on 01394 384300 from 9.15am to 5.00pm, Monday to Thursday. At Barretts...
Christmas decorations!
Posted on 24 October 2020
Our Christmas decorations have arrived! Here are just a few of our many many beautiful decorations - perfect for your Christmas at home. If you're feeling "washed out" and would like to turn the tide on 2020, our "Under the Sea" theme is the one for you. It's filled to...
Barretts Christmas Displays!
Posted on 22 October 2020
Christmas has arrived! Finally our beautiful Christmas displays have come along to brighten up the Thoroughfare! Santa's elves really pulled out all the stops this year! 'Wizard of Oz' This brightly coloured Wizard of Oz window display is a must for Wizzies (Wizzard of Oz fans), giving us a fresh...
Online orders! Get them in time for Christmas !
Posted on 19 September 2020
Our German Musical Snow Globes have always been a smash hit at Christmas; and this year is no different! Many of our globes and Christmas gifts have sold out, but we still have plenty available to add some magic to your home before Christmas, as long as you act fast! Now we...
Why do I keep waking?
Posted on 02 September 2020
Why do I keep waking? Hands up if you struggle to stay asleep? I know I do! Whether it be because my partner is snoring or my dog keeps fidgeting, I just can't remain sound asleep. This isn't a problem though. Most of us wake in the night more than...
How can I decorate my Uni room?
Posted on 27 August 2020
As most of you will be off to uni this year the idea of decorating your dorm room how you want will be daunting! What colour scheme do you go for? How can I make it homely? I'm here to answer those questions. What colour scheme do I go for?...
Are you sitting comfortably?
Posted on 26 August 2020
Are you sitting comfortably? A sofa is arguably one of the most important pieces of furniture for your home. It's not only a place we can sit, unwind, watch films, cuddle, and sometimes even sleep but it's also a style statement! So it’s important that your sofa is right for...
Eco Friendly Carpet
Posted on 13 August 2020
Brand new eco friendly range Our brand new Associated Weavers "Sedna" carpet range is not only super soft, gorgeous and durable but it also saves sea lives by being eco friendly. You're probably wondering how carpet can be eco friendly...? Well, let me tell you how! "Sedna" is made with...
Barretts Summer Sale Video!
Posted on 22 July 2020
Lorri introduces just a few of our Summer Sale bargains -up to 50% off!
3 Reasons Why You Should Replace Your Pillows!
Posted on 21 July 2020
Why Change Your Pillows? You may not know this but your pillow is home to around forty thousand microscopic mites, which are often not spoken about and are overlooked. Due to this we're going to be talking about these unwelcome guests, and inform you as too why you should change your...
5 Reasons You Should Replace Your Carpet
Posted on 15 July 2020
The sofas we sit on, the mattresses we sleep on; we often hear of why we should replace the furniture that gets the most obvious amount of wear in our homes. But what about the parts of our homes that are laying right beneath us? Our carpets take a beating from our...
The Barretts Summer Sale - Must End Soon!
Posted on 08 July 2020
Summer Sale - Must End Soon! Up to 50% off across the store in our Barretts Summer Sale! There are stupendous savings to be made across every department, as Lorri explains in his short (and entertaining) video below. But hurry, our Summer Sale must end soon... And since we've made our store Covid-19...
15% OFF REWARD CARD - MUST END SOON!
Posted on 28 June 2020
Barretts Grand Re-opening We are now fully re-opening!! Plus... 15% OFF* FOR ALL REWARD CARD HOLDERS! MUST END SOON!! And don't forget you can sign-up for a Reward Card in-store on the day of the purchase, or on-line (https://www.barretts.co.uk/pages/reward-membership). As we will see below, we've made lots of changes to...
Thinking of buying a sofa on-line..?
Posted on 22 June 2020
Lorri, our wonderful Head of Sofas, Armchairs, and Recliners, gives a few pointers on why you should consider buying a sofa face-to-face, and preferably from your local, independent home furnishings store!
Campaign for free parking in Woodbridge
Posted on 16 June 2020
Jill Barrett has started a campaign to persuade the local council to introduce free parking incentives for Woodbridge. Choose Woodbridge is giving it their full backing, BBC Radio Suffolk interviewed Jill on Saturday 13th June, and the campaign featured on the front page of the EADT on that day too!...
Barretts - a Covid Secure Store
Posted on 11 June 2020
How we've made Barretts a Covid Secure Store Barretts is re-opening this Monday 15th June, 9.30am and we wanted to re-assure you that we have taken all required precautions to ensure we are a Covid Secure store. Please bear with us on the changes we have made, hopefully your browsing...
Thinking of buying a bed on-line...?
Posted on 05 June 2020
Watching this video will make you think twice about buying a bed on-line...
Alternative Flooring 'make me a rug' service
Posted on 20 May 2020
Alternative Flooring 'make me a rug' Barretts is thrilled to be a Specialist Dealer for the wonderful Alternative Flooring company - a 'Cool Brands' award winner. Alternative Flooring offer a stunning range of striped, boucle, and patterned design carpets, plus a comprehensive range of natural flooring. And what's more, you can make a...
Fancy a Soft Furnishings Isolation Project?
Posted on 06 April 2020
We hope the current lockdown and isolation isn't causing you too much boredom, anxiety or 'cabin fever'! The experts say is always better to keep yourself busy, and set yourself goals if you can. What better way to distract yourself and make some welcome home improvements by taking on a...
A Special Message from Barretts
Posted on 17 March 2020
Given the current health emergency, Barretts has implemented hygiene precautions to protect our customers and our staff, thus keeping our store a safe place to shop Barretts is definitely open for business as usual, and ready to serve our community in these difficult times We can deliver free locally essentials...
Mother's Day
Posted on 16 March 2020
Mums are brilliant. They do little things every day that make us smile, know exactly how to cheer us up, and teach us the most invaluable lessons that stay with us all our lives. So, how can you say a big ‘thank you’ for being a Marvellous Mum? Here are some great...
The Benefits of Natural Mattresses
Posted on 12 March 2020
As our lives get busier, our calendars more full with parties we don't want to attend and our favourite TV programmes aired closer to bedtime than we'd like, a good night's sleep is more important than it's ever been. It's not all about finding the mattress that feels the most like a...
March towards Comfort! It's Bed Month! With up to 35% OFF!
Posted on 02 March 2020
The longer days this time of year mean lots more lovely light.. but it’s not always good for helping you get that uninterrupted rest you need. Give yourself a better chance of getting quality zzzz time with a new bed from Barretts! If we’re doing it right, many of...
'Moonie' Baby Sleeping Aid
Posted on 19 February 2020
Introducing the 'Moonie', an amazing baby sleeping aid available now from Barretts With a combination of soothing sounds, calming lights, and a smart cry detector, this fully programmable and 100% safe cuddly rabbit can can help your baby:- fall asleep faster- sleep longer- cry less and calm more quickly- build...
The Colour of 2020: Classic Blue!
Posted on 18 February 2020
Colour gurus 'Pantone' have recently revealed their colour of 2020 as 'Classic Blue'. Their reason for this choice was because the colour instilled 'calm, confidence and connection' and 'highlights our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era.'...
Barretts Winter Sale - Must End Saturday 15th February!
Posted on 07 February 2020
There's still time to 'love your home' and make great savings! Follow the trail of grinning bargain-hunters and you'll make your way to Barretts of Woodbridge. After 6 weeks of incredible savings on products you'll LOVE in your home, we still have 1 week left to turn you into one...
Brunel Dining, a look from back then that's totally right now!
Posted on 04 February 2020
If you’ve walked through our lovely town and had a look in our even lovelier window this week, you’ll have seen our new ‘Brunel’ Living & Dining range. With a hint of Victoriana, a nod to SteamPunk and a touch of Industrial, it’s a striking new addition to our Woodbridge...
The Barretts Winter Sale!
Posted on 24 December 2019
Christmas? Oh that is SO last Wednesday. It’s Sale Season, Sweetie! You need to move on, and move on to the Barretts SALE! There are bargains in every department, with reductions of up to 50% OFF! Let’s start raving about saving in our Linens Department, where there’s up to 50%...
Barretts - the home for Christmas Dinner Tableware
Posted on 20 December 2019
The big day is just around the corner! If you're hosting Christmas lunch this year, your thoughts will no doubt be turning to impressing your family and guests with scrumptious food and drink. But, remember, it isn't just the food that can dazzle. The table itself can really add to...
Snow Globes: Last Order Dates for Delivery Before Christmas!
Posted on 05 December 2019
Our German Musical Snow Globes have always been a smash hit at Christmas; this year has been no different! Many of our globes have sold out, but we still have plenty available to add some magic to your home before Christmas, as long as you act fast! The final dates for...
Black Friday? Pah! It's Wonderful Woodbridge WEEKEND!
Posted on 27 November 2019
So. ‘Black Friday’. Largely an opportunity for Multi-Millionaire Conglomerates to become even more Millionaire-y and Conglomerate-y... This Black Friday season, Barretts of Woodbridge and many other wonderful independents are presenting our very own alternative: 'Wonderful Woodbridge Weekend’! NB You may have heard about the recent Which? report that said only...
Christmas Gift Ideas from Barretts!
Posted on 19 November 2019
There are a few types of Christmas gift shoppers: 1) We have the 'grab as you go' shopper, picking up a set of 'smellies' at every opportunity from October onwards to 'spread the load'. 2) Then there's the Black Friday bargain poacher; this brave species may already know which electric razor they're going...
The Benefits of Bespoke Curtains and Blinds
Posted on 15 November 2019
Our Softs department, made up of Department Manager Debbie, Sarah, Rose and Millie, made the big move from the rear of our showroom to a shining spot in our front window at the beginning of 2019. Almost a year on, they've found their feet in their new home and are able...
Christmas at Barretts
Posted on 06 November 2019
Our shop in the busy town of Woodbridge is bustling all year round, but there is one time of the year at which the shop really comes to life. Christmas is (almost) here! Christmas in Woodbridge wouldn't quite be the same without the town's largest Thoroughfare shop lining itself with...
Musical Advent Calendar
Posted on 31 October 2019
An enchanting advent calendar guaranteed to bring Christmas joy. When each date door is opened at the front of the house, 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' is played, figures move at the top and the village scene is lit (see video below). A truly enchanting Christmas centrepiece - £139...
The Return of Rug Evening at Barretts - Tonight 6.00-8.30pm!
Posted on 30 October 2019
TONIGHT ONLY - 25% off all Rugs - our best discount EVER! They were always one of our busiest and most popular days of the year and, though it's been a while since the last one, we're happy to announce that tonight from 6.00 - 8.30pm (Wednesday 6th November) we'll...
Introducing the new Neom Pod!
Posted on 10 October 2019
Jill & Debbie introduce the Pod, the wonderful new wellbeing product from Neom!
Enjoy an Awesome Autumn with the Barretts Living & Dining Event
Posted on 09 October 2019
With our furniture reduced by up to 15% and our Clearance at up to 50% OFF, October is a great month to take the plunge if you’ve been thinking of making your lovely home look even lovelier! Most of our delightful furniture can still be ordered for Christmas delivery as...
The Barretts No VAT Flooring Sale has begun!
Posted on 01 October 2019
With the political swear word that sounds a bit like 'breakfast' rolling everyone's eyes on a daily basis, your local department store talking about taxes and discounted trade deals might make you want to avoid the high street as much as the news channels. But don't worry! We're here to give...
Home For Christmas - Barretts' Christmas Ordering Deadlines!
Posted on 24 September 2019
Your dream sofa, bed or carpet is flying down the M11 clutching a few bags of Christmas gifts, belting out Chris Rea with a smile. But wait; a lorry carrying Christmas decorations has hit a spot of black ice and overturned, leaving a trail of bauble barriers behind it. Highway maintenance arrive...
Half-Price Happiness in our Autumn Linens Event!
Posted on 20 September 2019
Super Seasonal Savings on Bedding, Pillows, Towels and more! It’s an Awesome Autumn here at Barretts if you’re looking to add a bit of snuggliness now the nights are getting chillier! Pour yourself a Sherry and I’ll tell you what’s going on here… We’ve got a huge 50% OFF the...
It's the Last Yard Sale of 2019, on Car-Free Saturday!
Posted on 18 September 2019
Join us for Fun in the Sun this Saturday as Barretts goes.. Inside Out! The forecast looks fantastic so we thought we’d have one more big Clearance Event on a unique day for Woodbridge as the Town Centre goes CAR FREE as part of 'Woodbridge Unclogged'! Don’t worry, you can...
10 ways to make Autumn more Cosy..
Posted on 14 September 2019
...and less Frozen Toes-y! Here's a selection of snuggly sleep-time suggestions… Beds & Mattresses. So, how have you been sleeping lately? Not as well as you used to? Are you waking up in the night or too early? When you wake up are you feeling a stiffness in your limbs...
