Brits stock up as cold weather sets in

Jan. 15, 2013 - PRLog -- Analysis from leading shopping site, VoucherCodes.co.uk reveals searches for supermarket delivery services rocketed by 158 per cent this weekend, as households scramble to get the weekly shop done before the worst of the weather hits. It appears UK residents have also been priming themselves for more cold weather, with searches for outdoor gear such as Jackets and heavy boots, up by 74 per on average figures for January.

Snow day shopping results in an average of 30 per cent more visits to the site than it receives in more clement weeks, as consumers unwilling to leave the house indulge in some online retail therapy.

Duncan Jennings, co-founder of VoucherCodes.co.uk (http://www.vouchercodes.co.uk/) says: “We generally see traffic to the site increase by around a third whenever the country is affected by widespread snow and this year is no different. Not only do we see shoppers logging on to stock up on cold weather essentials, but with all but the bravest shoppers unwilling to hit the high street, many turn to online stores for everything from fashion to electronics.

“The UK can grind to a complete halt when the freezing weather sets in and many consumers wisely decide not to leave the house, meaning huge numbers turn to supermarket delivery services to keep their cupboards stocked. The vast majority of supermarket chains will deliver whatever the weather, but if your area has been badly affected by the snow, then it’s worth checking with your local store before placing your order.”

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