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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · Apr 15
A quick intro to pre-decimal currency:

farthing = 0.25d == 0.1p
halfpenny = 0.5d == 0.21p
1d = penny == 0.42p
3d = thruppence == 1.25p
6d = sixpence == 2.5p
12d = 1s (one shilling) == 5p
one florin = 2s == 10p
one crown = 5s == 25p
20s = £1 (one pound) == £1
1gn (one guinea) = 21s = £1 1s == £1.05
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1992: Grocery and Personal Care from Sainsbury's

(+Sponge/Suet Pudding; Tetley Instant Tea; Fromage Frais; Terry's Moments; Fresh Stocks; and Vidal Sassoon Pump & Spray)
This is a Sainsbury's supermarket promotional page featuring various coupons for different products, with validity until May 2, 1992. Each coupon offers a discount and specifies redemption conditions. Product images and barcode details are also included. (+Fresh Stocks Fromage Frais Sponge/Suet Pudding Terry's Moments Tetley Instant Tea and Vidal Sassoon Pump & Spray)
December 7, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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#Christmas 1998: Computer Peripherals and Network Components from Maplin

(+Zip Starter Pack; Cordless Keyboard; PAL Gamer; Windows Keyboard; Multimedia Boom Microphone; Clip-on Computer Microphone; Multimedia Speaker; 240w Multimedia Speakers; Serial and PS/2 Mice; PCI Network Kit, and more)
This page from a Star Buy computer catalogue showcases network starter kits, keyboards, mice, speakers, and microphones. The products are visually presented with prices and order codes. The layout suggests a retail environment, highlighting deals and new products. (+240w Multimedia Speakers Clip-on Computer Microphone Cordless Keyboard ISA Network Kit Multimedia Boom Microphone Multimedia Speaker Network Starter Kit ISA Network Starter Kit PCI PAL Gamer PCI Network Kit Serial and PS/2 Mice Windows Keyboard and Zip Starter Pack)
December 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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1988: Superkings Toy Cars from Matchbox

(+Racing Car Transporter and Racing Car Transporter Matchbox)
This is a page from a toy catalogue showcasing Matchbox Superkings die-cast vehicles. It features two main sets: a Ferrari-branded racing car transporter and a Matchbox-branded transporter. Both sets include multiple smaller cars and showcase a range of features like detailed designs and opening doors. The page highlights the new Matchbox transporter. (+Racing Car Transporter and Racing Car Transporter Matchbox)
December 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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#Christmas 1998: Computer Peripherals and Network Components from Maplin

(+Zip Starter Pack; Cordless Keyboard; PAL Gamer; Windows Keyboard; Multimedia Boom Microphone; Clip-on Computer Microphone; Multimedia Speaker; 240w Multimedia Speakers; Serial and PS/2 Mice; PCI Network Kit, and more)
This page from a Star Buy computer catalogue showcases network starter kits, keyboards, mice, speakers, and microphones. The products are visually presented with prices and order codes. The layout suggests a retail environment, highlighting deals and new products. (+240w Multimedia Speakers Clip-on Computer Microphone Cordless Keyboard ISA Network Kit Multimedia Boom Microphone Multimedia Speaker Network Starter Kit ISA Network Starter Kit PCI PAL Gamer PCI Network Kit Serial and PS/2 Mice Windows Keyboard and Zip Starter Pack)
December 7, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1972: Gin ad from Booth's (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Orange)

«Smooth & Orange»
This is an ad for an alcoholic beverage that is smooth and pairs well with orange. A glass filled with the drink and ice is set next to a bottle of the beverage and a halved orange and knife. Smooth & Orange BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN GIN DISTILLERS BOOTH'S DISTILLERIES LIMITED LONDON 26-6 FL.OZS. 70° PROOF DISTILLED BY BOOTH'S DISTILLERIES LIMITED CLERKENWELL ROAD LONDON EC1 PRODUCED IN LONDON ENGLAND ESTABLISHED 1740 'KING OF GIN' Cool, juicy orange. Often used to tranquillise over-aggressive spirits. But Booth's needs no quenching. It has a fine, dry flavour that brightens up the taste of orange like nothing else can. Smoothly. Refreshingly. You only need a little orange to make the most of Booth's. That's the great thing about a really fine taste. You don't have to drown it to drink it
December 7, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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#Christmas 2003: Family Entertainment from Amazon

(+The Lion King Special Edition; Santa Clause 2; Piglet's Big Movie; Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas; Christmas with the Simpsons; Daddy Day Care; Kangaroo Jack; Barbie of Swan Lake; The Little Polar Bear; Baby Santa's Music Box, and more)
This is a catalogue page advertising family DVDs with significant discounts (at least 25%). The page is organised into sections for different films, showcasing Disney and other titles. Price and savings are clearly indicated for each product. (+Baby Santa's Music Box Barbie of Swan Lake Christmas with the Simpsons Creature Comforts Daddy Day Care Great Wildlife Moments Kangaroo Jack Piglet's Big Movie Santa Clause 2 Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas The Lion King Special Edition and The Little Polar Bear)
December 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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From Finland, 1989: Products from Citymarket (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+Women's Knit Jacket; Women's College Sweater; Knit Trousers; Women's Short College Sweater; Women's Knit Trousers; and Narrow Cotton Skirt)

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This page from a Finnish clothing catalogue showcases a range of women's apparel. The items include sweaters, jackets, trousers, and a skirt, in various colours and styles. Prices are listed in Finnish marks. KAPEA PUUVILLAHAME «Narrow Cotton Skirt» NAISTEN COLLEGE «Women's College Sweater» NAISTEN LYHYT COLLEGE «Women's Short College Sweater» NAISTEN TRIKOOHOUSUT «Women's Knit Trousers» NAISTEN TRIKOOJAKKU «Women's Knit Jacket» TRIKOOHOUSUT «Knit Trousers»
December 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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#Christmas 1990: Men's Toiletries & Gifts and Bath & Body from Sainsbury's

(+Toiletry Bag; Aftershave and Razor Gift; Ceramic Mug Gift; Brut Aquatonic Body Spray/Shower Gel; Soap Traveller; Socks; Badedas; Samphere & Mallow Moisturising Cream; and Orange Flower & Hazelnut Toning Lotion)
A Sainsbury's Christmas catalogue page showcasing gift ideas for men and bath and body products. The men's section features toiletries and gift sets, while the bath and body section includes bath products and lotions. The page includes prices and images of the products. (+Aftershave and Razor Gift Badedas Brut Aquatonic Body Spray/Shower Gel Ceramic Mug Gift Orange Flower & Hazelnut Toning Lotion Samphere & Mallow Moisturising Cream Soap Traveller Socks and Toiletry Bag)
December 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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#Christmas 1970: Toys from Hamleys

(+Meccano; Winni; Twister; Grab a Loop; Battle Game; and Chemistry Set)
A Hamleys toy catalogue page showcasing a vibrant pile of toys, including a rocking horse, teddy bears, a bicycle, a racing car, and various games. The page features the Hamleys logo and their royal warrants. It is likely a cover page or introductory page for their catalogue. (+Battle Game Chemistry Set Grab a Loop Meccano Twister and Winni)
December 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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#Christmas 1999: Christmas from Marks and Spencer

(+Bumper Box of 24 Crackers)
This Marks & Spencer catalogue page features an exclusive offer on a bumper box of 24 Christmas crackers for £18. It emphasizes the convenience of their direct-to-you service and offers instant credit. The imagery prominently showcases the festive crackers. (+Bumper Box of 24 Crackers)
December 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1982: Self-catering Holidays ad from Haven Holidays (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Luxury Caravans; Modern chalets; Bungalows; and Villas)

«Haven Holidays
Just what you've been looking for.»
This advertisement promotes self-catering holidays in various UK locations, including Devon, Cornwall, Wales, Lincolnshire, the South Coast, the Isle of Wight and the Yorkshire Coast. It highlights features such as beaches, heated swimming pools, entertainment, family theatre, and villages, encouraging readers to send for a brochure. Haven Holidays Just what you've been looking for. Page 40. I'm so excited Tom! A mile and a half of sandy beaches. And two heated swimming pools. Star Night. Lovely Legs, (that'll do for me, Tom!). Bars. A Night Club. Disco Dancing. Family Theatre. Competitions. Cabaret too! Rockon Tommy! What'llwedothenextday? Haven Holidays are self-catering holidays like you've never seen before. Big Parks, where the sound of fun fills the air throughout the day and into the night. And small Villages where you wouldn't believe the world could be so peaceful. Fifteen in all, in some of the best parts of the country. Devon, Cornwall, Wales, Lincolnshire, the South Coast, the Isle of Wight and the magnificent Yorkshire Coast. Accommodation is terrific too. Luxury caravans or superbly equipped modern chalets, bungalows or villas. Plus swimming pools, bars, restaurants or takeaways, shops and lots, lots more. And the children will have the time of their lives. Every Park or Village has something especially for them. Page 46. Gorgeous scenery. Streams and lakes, a little fishing perhaps? Hills. Countryside. Dreamy views. Absolute bliss . . . Whether it's their own playground, disco, amusements or entertainment programme, they'll never want for a thing. There's no doubt about it. Haven Holidays have something for everybody. To get the full story, fill in the coupon and send for our 64 page brochure. Please send me the 1983 Haven Holidays brochure Post to: Haven Holidays, PO Box 10, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 4YX. Name: Address: Or Dial-a-brochure on St Austell (0726) 65432 (24 hours)
December 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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#Christmas 2008: Barbie Dolls & Playsets and Accessories from Woolworths

(+Barbie Diamond Castle; Triple Tricks Barbie Doll and Puppies; Barbie Tawny Horse and Colt; Barbie Entertainment Princess; Barbie Prima Ballerina; Barbie and Tanner Dog Set; Barbie Doll and Beetle, and more)
This is a Woolworths catalogue page featuring a range of Barbie dolls and playsets, including dolls with accessories, horses, pets, and a Diamond Castle playset. The page highlights new items and offers various price points. (+Barbie Diamond Castle Barbie Diamond Castle Mini Muses in Training Barbie Diamond Castle Muse Dolls Barbie Diamond Castle Singing Princess Alexa Barbie Diamond Castle Singing Princess Liana Barbie Doll and Beetle Barbie Entertainment Princess Barbie Prima Ballerina Barbie Tawny Horse and Colt Barbie and Tanner Dog Set Charm necklace Glimmer the Flying Horse and Triple Tricks Barbie Doll and Puppies)
December 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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From France, 1985: Toys from Orli (more at @OldInCatalogues.bsky.social)

(+The Costumes; Golden Girl's Vehicles; Olympia; Shadow; and The Palace of Jewels)

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This catalog page features Golden Girl toys, including vehicles, costumes, and a palace. The vehicles include horses and chariots for Golden Girl and the Dragon Queen. Costumes are available in three different lines with varying materials and styles. The products are from Lewis Galoob Toys Inc. Le Palais des Joyaux «The Palace of Jewels» Les Costumes «The Costumes» Les Véhicules de Golden Girl «Golden Girl's Vehicles» Olympia «Olympia» Ombre «Shadow»
December 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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To think the lads of 2025 went all the way back through the Lakeland catalogs to come up with THE bag of the summer
December 6, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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I miss Lakeland. I just used to like looking at everything. Never bought anything.
December 6, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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I was going to comment on the real squirrel, but then I saw the dress with the tagline: Just right for wartime "dates." What could they mean?
December 6, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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#Christmas 1995: Books for the Home and Sports Books from WH Smith

(+The RHS Encyclopedia of Herbs & Their Uses; The Hutchinson Encyclopedia 1996; The Book of Home Design; The Ultimate Classic Car Book; The Top 10 of Everything 1996; The Concise Oxford Dictionary Ninth Edition, and more)
This is a catalogue page featuring books, grouped into categories such as 'Books for the Home' and 'Sports Books'. The layout uses a festive holiday theme with presents and ribbons surrounding the featured items. Each book is assigned a number for easy reference. (+A Brief History of Time Botham: My Autobiography Brian Moore: The Autobiography Clough: The Autobiography Collins Artist's Manual David Leadbetter's Lessons from the Golf Greats Faldo: A Swing for Life Golfing by J.R. Hartley John Wilson's Fishing Encyclopedia Lester: The Autobiography of Lester Piggott Magic 3D Nigel Mansell: My Autobiography People's Century The Book of Home Design The Complete Painting Course The Concise Oxford Dictionary Ninth Edition The Hutchinson Encyclopedia 1996 The New Guinness Book of Records 1996 The RHS Encyclopedia of Herbs & Their Uses The Top 10 of Everything 1996 The Ultimate Classic Car Book To Be Honest With You and Torvill & Dean: Facing the Music)
December 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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#Christmas 1988: Home Decor from World Wildlife Fund

(+Panda Crystal Block; Anemone Mirror Box; Anemone Roundel; and Barn Owls)
This is a catalogue page showcasing various home decor items, primarily nature-themed figurines and glasswork. The items are presented with product codes and prices, alongside small images. A small section indicates the address for orders. (+Anemone Mirror Box Anemone Roundel Barn Owls and Panda Crystal Block)
December 7, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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1957: Dining Room and Living Room from Empire Stores

(+Sideboard; Dining Table; Gate-legged Table; Set of two Dining Chairs; Bookcase; Queen Anne style round Coffee Table; Tea Trolley; Two seater Open Arm Settee; Open Arm Easy Chair; TV Trolley; Bow-fronted Record Cabinet; and Arm Chair)
This page showcases furniture for the modern home, categorized into Dining Room and Living Room sections. Each item includes pricing details, highlighting deposit and weekly payment options. The furniture features a blend of modern and traditional styles, with a focus on veneer and wood finishes. (+Arm Chair Bookcase Bow-fronted Record Cabinet Dining Table Gate-legged Table Open Arm Easy Chair Queen Anne style round Coffee Table Set of two Dining Chairs Sideboard TV Trolley Tea Trolley and Two seater Open Arm Settee)
December 7, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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#Christmas 2001: Picnic & Travel and Accessories from Lakeland

(+Unbreakable Dual Sports Flask; Courier Bag; Hard-Shell Backpacks; Duffel Bag/Backpack; Single Strap Backpack; Lunch Bag; Waist Pouch; Traveller's Picnic Companion; Exceptional Vacuum Flask; Cutlery To Go, and more)
This page showcases a range of picnic and travel essentials, including flasks, cutlery, bags, and containers. The emphasis is on stylish and functional items suitable for various outdoor activities and everyday use. Cool bags are a featured product line, highlighting their fashionable design and practicality. (+Courier Bag Cutlery To Go Duffel Bag/Backpack Exceptional Vacuum Flask Hard-Shell Backpacks Lunch Bag Picnic Salt & Pepper Shakers Single Strap Backpack Thermoclean Traveller's Picnic Companion Unbreakable Dual Sports Flask and Waist Pouch)
December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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#Christmas 1985: Musical Instruments from Dixons

(+Yamaha Multi-feature Stereo Keyboard; Casio Polyphonic Keyboard; Yamaha Stereo Keyboard; Casio Stereo Keyboard; Yamaha Electronic Keyboard; Casio 4-octave Keyboard; Yamaha Bargain-Priced Keyboard; and Casio Easy Play Keyboard)
This is a Dixons catalogue page advertising keyboard deals. It features Yamaha and Casio keyboards, ranging in price and features. The page also highlights Christmas gift exchange schemes, credit options, and mail order services. (+Casio 4-octave Keyboard Casio Easy Play Keyboard Casio Polyphonic Keyboard Casio Stereo Keyboard Yamaha Bargain-Priced Keyboard Yamaha Electronic Keyboard Yamaha Multi-feature Stereo Keyboard and Yamaha Stereo Keyboard)
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Imagine if you went into your local newsagents today and asked them to gift wrap your tin of Quality Street. They'd look at you like you'd grown an extra head.
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#Christmas 1993: Confectionery and Christmas Decorations from Martin/RS McColl

(+Roses; Quality Street; Cadbury's Selection Box; Caramel Flake Crunchies; Dairy Box; Touch of Class; All Gold; Black Magic; Bounty; Ferrero Rocher; Maltesers; Opal Fruits; Mars; Milky Way; Skittles; Twix, and more)
A Christmas catalogue page featuring a wide array of chocolates and confectionery, organized by brand and type. Gift wrapping services are also advertised. The page targets various age groups with different product selections. Christmas-themed packaging and decorations are highlighted. (+Advent Calendars All Gold Black Magic Bounty Buttons Cadbury's Selection Box Caramel Flake Crunchies Chomp Dairy Box Ferrero Rocher Funsize Maltesers Mars Milky Way Opal Fruits Party Packs Quality Street Roses Santa's Christmas Selection Skittles Smarties Touch of Class and Twix)
December 6, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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1986: Military Figures & Accessories and Military Vehicles & Equipment from Britains

(+Paratroopers; Marine Commandos; S.A.S.; Scots Guards; U.S. Infantry; British Infantry; German Infantry; German Mortar; U.S. Recoilless Rifle; Sentry Box; Police Land-Rover; Police Frogmen, and more)
This is a page from a military toy catalogue featuring various vehicles, weapons, and figures. The items are categorized and presented with images and their product numbers, along with sizes and short descriptions in multiple languages. Some items are marked as 'New'. (+2-Man Submarine 25-Pounder Gun B.A.T. Gun British Assault Craft British Infantry German Field Gun German Infantry German Mortar German Scout Car Hughes 300C Helicopter Marine Commandos Military Land-Rover Paratroopers Police Frogmen Police Helicopter Police Land-Rover S.A.S. Scots Guards Sentry Box U.S. Infantry U.S. Jeep and U.S. Recoilless Rifle)
December 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1939: Coats and Dresses ad from C&A Modes Limited (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+Real Squirrel Coat; Swagger with Hood; Lacquered Georgette Dress; Astrakhan Cloth; Bolero Dress; Plain-and-Print Dress; and Taffeta Dress)

«Dresses and Coats»
An advertisement for C&A featuring various women's dresses and coats, complete with prices. It encourages personal shoppers to visit and shop early in the morning, assuring them of quality and value-for-money. The dresses come in various styles, including Taffeta, Bolero, Plain-and-Print, and Lacquered Georgette. The coats featured include Swagger with Hood and Real Squirrel. Dresses and Coats These examples will give you an idea of the style you'll find at C & A. A personal visit will convince you that for quality-for sheer value-for-money - C & A are supreme. Lovely colours. An amazing price for such a stylish dress. An effective combination of plain-and-print. Up to 44" hips. Slim, swingy, colourful. Just right for wartime "dates." Gay-time dress in an intriguing new material. Slip incl. Example of the style and value you'll find at C & A. Black, grey, colours. New fashion at a marvellous price. Check tweed, hood lined plain. All-wool, real squirrel. Example from large selection of fur trimmed coats. Personal Shoppers Only PLEASE SHOP EARLY- in the morning if possible C & A MODES LTD 11-15 LISTER GATE - NOTTINGHAM
December 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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1963: Photography & Optics and Watches from Littlewoods

(+Photax solar viewer; Medis precision rangefinder; Compact flash-gun; Photo-electric exposure meter; Tripod; Prismatic binoculars; and Emperor Swiss)
This page is from a Littlewoods catalogue, showcasing fine watches and photography equipment. The watches are mostly Emperor Swiss models with various features, while the photography section includes a solar viewer, rangefinder, flash-gun, exposure meter, tripod, and two sets of prismatic binoculars. (+Compact flash-gun Emperor Swiss Medis precision rangefinder Photax solar viewer Photo-electric exposure meter Prismatic binoculars and Tripod)
December 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM