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The UK government’s updated household preparedness advice, published on 22 October, suggests keeping a battery or wind up FM radio at home for news during power cuts and severe weather. Which wind up and battery radios on amazon.co.uk are worth a look?

The short answer: a hand crank radio with solar and USB charging covers you when the power and the phone signal both go, and a simple battery radio is the cheap backup. If you want DAB at home day to day, pick one that also runs on AA batteries.

Last updated: 26 October 2026

Wind up and solar emergency radios fill around a dozen places in the Amazon UK Electronics bestsellers this morning, including the SOLARBABY wind up radio at #4 and a 2000mAh hand crank radio at #9. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Wind up and solar emergency radios

• SOLARBABY wind up solar radio, AM/FM, listed with a 2000mAh battery you can charge by USB, solar panel or hand crank, an LED torch, an SOS alarm and a phone charging output
• 2000mAh wind up solar hand crank radio, AM/FM, listed as recharging by crank, solar or USB C, with a 3 LED torch, SOS alarm and IPX3 splash resistance in a pocket sized body
• Emergency radio, solar hand crank wind up, AM/FM, listed with a torch, reading light, SOS alarm, 2000mAh power bank and a weight of 220 g
• Wind up emergency crank radio with 4000mAh battery, listed with solar, crank and Micro USB charging, a torch, a motion sensor reading lamp and a larger battery for topping up a phone

Battery radios

• XHDATA D219 portable radio, FM, AM and shortwave, listed as running on 2 x AA batteries (not included) with a rotating antenna and a headphone socket
• AZATOM Desire X2 DAB/DAB+ and FM portable radio, listed as mains or 4 x AA battery powered, with Bluetooth, dual alarms and a sleep timer, so it can live in the kitchen and still work in a power cut
• wind up radio search on amazon.co.uk to compare more models and colours

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as colours, battery sizes and bundles can sit under separate options.

Which one for which home?

• A kit that has to work with no power at all: a hand crank radio with solar charging
• Keeping a phone alive for a few calls: a model with a bigger built in battery and a USB output
• Cheapest simple backup: an AM/FM battery radio and a pack of spare AAs
• Everyday listening as well: a DAB and FM radio that also takes batteries

What to check on the listing

• Bands covered. FM matters most in the UK. Many crank radios also list a NOAA weather band, which is a US service and not used here, so do not buy for that feature
• How it charges (crank, solar, USB C or Micro USB) and whether a cable is included
• Battery size, and whether it can charge your phone
• Torch, SOS alarm and water resistance rating if it will also go in the car or camping box
• Whether batteries are included for battery only radios

Set it up before you need it

• Charge it fully, then test the crank and the torch
• Write the FM frequencies of your national and local news stations on a card and keep it with the radio, as the government’s power cut advice suggests
• Store it where you can find it in the dark, next to a torch

More for power cuts and colder months

• our rechargeable torch and head torch guide
• our AA batteries bulk pack guide for spares
• our hand warmers guide

Quick checklist

1. Decide whether you need crank and solar, batteries, or both
2. Check FM is covered and ignore NOAA claims
3. Check the charging port and cable
4. Charge, test and label the radio with your local frequencies
5. Keep it with a torch and spare batteries

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for wind up and battery radios, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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October half term, a wet afternoon and Halloween a week away: a box of craft supplies goes a long way. Which kids’ craft supplies are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: a pack of felt tips or an all in one art case for drawing, air drying clay or Play-Doh for modelling, acrylic paint pens for decorating pumpkins, pebbles and cards, and a bag of googly eyes to turn anything into a monster.

Last updated: 23 October 2026

Crayola SuperTips sit at #8 and Play-Doh Super Colour Pack at #25 in the Amazon UK Toys and Games bestsellers this morning, with DAS air hardening clay at #20 and ARTISTRO acrylic paint pens at #30 in Home and Kitchen. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Drawing and colouring

• Crayola SuperTips, 24 felt tip colouring pens, listed as washable from skin and most fabrics, with one medium tip for fine lines or broad strokes, for ages 3 and up
• Crayola Inspiration Art Case, 140 pieces, listed with 40 washable markers, 20 short coloured pencils, 64 crayons and 15 large sheets of paper in a carry case, for ages 5 and up

Modelling

• DAS white air hardening modelling clay, 1 kg, listed as non bake, drying in 12 to 24 hours, and paintable with poster paint, fibre pens and varnish
• Play-Doh Super Colour Pack, listed with 20 colours in 85 g cans plus moulds and shapes, for ages 2 and up

Decorating pumpkins, pebbles and cards

• ARTISTRO 24 acrylic paint pens, dual tip, listed as water based with a 1 mm fine tip and a 1 to 5 mm brush tip, for paper, wood, rock, ceramic, glass and fabric
• Craft Planet wiggle eyes, 40 pieces, listed as self adhesive black and white googly eyes in assorted sizes, which may need glue on some surfaces
• kids craft supplies search on amazon.co.uk to compare more kits

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as pack sizes and colours can sit under separate options.

Which suits which age?

• Toddlers and preschool: Play-Doh (listed 2+) and washable felt tips (listed 3+)
• Primary age: the art case, air drying clay and googly eyes
• Older kids and adults: paint pens for pumpkins, pebbles and Christmas cards
• Small parts like googly eyes are a choking risk, so keep them away from under 3s

Half term craft ideas

• Paint a pumpkin instead of carving it, no knives needed
• Model clay monsters or Christmas decorations, leave them to dry overnight, then paint
• Googly eye everything: stones, egg boxes, cardboard tubes
• Make Halloween and Bonfire Night cards for family

What to check on the listing

• The age range on the listing
• Washable or permanent wording, especially for pens and paint
• Drying time for clay and paint on glass, ceramic or metal
• What is in the box, pens only or paper and case too

More for half term and Halloween

• our kids Halloween costumes guide
• our Halloween face paint guide
• our family card games guide for rainy evenings

Quick checklist

1. Check the ages of everyone joining in
2. Pick one drawing set and one modelling option
3. Add paint pens and googly eyes for Halloween makes
4. Cover the table and keep old clothes handy
5. Leave clay and paint to dry before handling

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for half term craft supplies, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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Phone full, dash cam asking for a new card, or a camera coming out for half term, Halloween and Bonfire Night photos? Which microSD and SD memory cards are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: a SanDisk Ultra or Samsung EVO Plus microSD for phones, tablets and handheld consoles, a SanDisk Extreme microSD for action cameras, drones and 4K video, a full size SanDisk Extreme PRO SD card for cameras, and a small card reader so you can back up to a laptop.

Last updated: 23 October 2026

SanDisk Ultra microSD sits at #6 in the Amazon UK Computers and Accessories bestsellers this morning, with SanDisk Extreme microSD at #19, SanDisk Extreme PRO SD at #23 and a KOOTION 64 GB microSD at #27. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

microSD for phones, tablets and handhelds

• SanDisk Ultra microSDXC 128 GB with SD adapter, listed as A1 rated for apps, Class 10, U1, with transfer speeds up to 140 MB/s, aimed at Android phones and tablets
• Samsung EVO Plus microSD 128 GB with adapter, listed as UHS-I U3 with up to 160 MB/s transfer speed, suitable for 4K UHD recording, for phones and tablets
• KOOTION 64 GB microSDXC, listed as UHS-I U1, Class 10, with read and write speeds up to 80 and 20 MB/s, a smaller card for basic storage

microSD for action cameras, drones and 4K video

• SanDisk Extreme microSD 128 GB with adapter, listed as U3, V30 and A2, with read speeds up to 190 MB/s and write speeds up to 90 MB/s

Full size SD for cameras

• SanDisk Extreme PRO SDXC 128 GB, listed as UHS-I, U3, V30, with offload speeds up to 200 MB/s and shot speeds up to 90 MB/s, for 4K UHD video and burst photos

Card readers for backups

• Amazon Basics microSD card reader, USB-C 3.0, listed with read and write speeds up to 200 MB/s and no software or drivers needed
• Sony MRW-S1 UHS-II SD card reader, listed as USB 3.1 Gen 1, pocket size, for photo and 4K video backups from UHS-II SD cards
• microSD card search on amazon.co.uk to compare more sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as capacities from 64 GB to 1 TB often sit under one listing as separate options.

What do the symbols mean?

• U1 and U3: minimum write speed classes, U3 is the one most cameras ask for with 4K
• V30: a video speed class, also common for 4K
• A1 and A2: app performance ratings, useful if apps run from the card
• UHS-I and UHS-II: the bus type, UHS-II cards and readers need matching kit to reach their top speeds

How to pick

• Phone, tablet or handheld console: check the device’s maximum supported size first
• Dash cam, action camera or drone: U3 and V30 as a minimum, or whatever the device manual asks for
• Camera with a full size slot: an SD card, not microSD with an adapter, if you shoot a lot of video
• Photos you care about: back them up to a laptop or cloud, a card is not a backup on its own

What to check on the listing

• Capacity, and whether an SD adapter is included
• Speed class markings (U, V and A ratings)
• Seller and brand, buy from the brand’s own store or Amazon where you can, as fake memory cards do turn up online
• Reader connector, USB-C or USB-A, to match your laptop

More tech guides

• our USB-C cable multipack guide
• our Amazon Fire TV Stick guide
• our Cat6 and Cat8 ethernet cable guide

Quick checklist

1. Check which card type and maximum size your device takes
2. Pick the speed class the device or camera asks for
3. Choose a capacity with room to spare
4. Add a card reader if you back up to a laptop
5. Format the new card in the device before first use

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for microSD and SD memory cards, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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Half term, darker evenings and a list of small jobs: a snapped mug handle, a loose drawer, a split tent groundsheet, a sign that keeps falling off the door. Which super glues and repair tapes are worth keeping in the drawer from amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: one bottle of all purpose super glue plus a gel for vertical or flexible jobs, a wood glue for furniture, a roll of black duct tape, and one clear repair tape for fabric and outdoor kit. Add double sided mounting tape or hook and loop tape if you hang things.

Last updated: 23 October 2026

Gorilla Super Glue sits at #4 in the Amazon UK DIY and Tools bestsellers this morning, with Gorilla Wood Glue at #19, Duck Tape at #22, Gorilla mounting tape at #24, a 3 g super glue multipack at #25 and VELCRO stick on tape at #26. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Super glue

• Gorilla Super Glue, 15 g, listed as impact tough with an anti clog cap, setting in 10 to 45 seconds, and bonding metal, wood, ceramic, paper, rubber and most plastics (not PP or PE)
• Loctite Super Glue Power Gel, 2 x 4 g, listed as a rubber infused, non drip gel for flexible materials and vertical surfaces, with a long nozzle for hard to reach spots
• 3 g super glue tubes, multipack, listed as setting in 10 to 30 seconds with a precision nozzle, handy for keeping single use tubes in a toolbox, car or craft box

Wood glue

• Gorilla Wood Glue, 118 ml, listed as D3 water resistant for indoor and outdoor use, gripping in 20 to 30 minutes when clamped and drying a natural wood colour

Repair tape

• Duck Tape Original, black, 50 mm x 25 m, listed as a high strength cloth tape that is waterproof but not for total immersion in water
• McNett Tenacious Tape fabric and seam repair, 7.6 cm x 50 cm, listed as flexible and almost invisible, for tents, groundsheets, airbeds, bags, rainwear and footwear

Mounting and hook and loop tape

• Gorilla double sided mounting tape, clear, 1.5 m, listed as a permanent, weatherproof bond for items under 6 kg, applied vertically, and not for wallpaper or delicate surfaces
• VELCRO Brand stick on tape, black, 20 mm x 1 m, listed as cut to length hook and loop tape holding up to 300 g per 20 x 20 mm on smooth surfaces
• super glue search on amazon.co.uk to compare more sizes and brands

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as sizes, colours and pack counts can sit under separate options.

Which one for which job?

• Ceramics, small plastic parts and metal: liquid super glue
• Upright surfaces, rubber or leather: a super glue gel
• Wobbly chairs and drawers: wood glue and a clamp
• Quick patch or bundling: duct tape
• Tents, coats and airbeds: a fabric repair tape
• Hanging signs, hooks and cable boxes: mounting tape or hook and loop tape

What to check on the listing

• Which materials it bonds, and which it does not (many glues list PP and PE plastics as unsuitable)
• Set or grip time, and whether clamping is needed
• Weight limits and surface notes for mounting tape
• Indoor, outdoor or water resistant wording
• Safety notes, as super glue bonds skin in seconds and should be kept away from children

More for half term and colder months

• our Command decoration clips guide for damage free hanging
• our rechargeable torch and head torch guide for jobs in the loft or shed
• our thermal blackout curtains guide for draughty windows

Quick checklist

1. List the jobs waiting in the house, shed and camping box
2. Match each job to glue, tape or mounting strip
3. Check the materials and weight limits on the listing
4. Clean and dry both surfaces before you start
5. Store glue with the cap on, upright and out of reach of children

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for super glue and repair tape, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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Darker, wetter dog walks are here, and running out of poo bags halfway round the park is nobody’s idea of fun. Which dog poo bags, holders and wipes are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: a bulk pack of refill rolls for the cupboard, a lead mounted holder so you always have a few with you, and a pack of dog wipes by the door for muddy paws.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

Earth Rated refill rolls sit at #15 and #16, Amazon Basics bags at #19, Earth Rated bags with handles at #23 and Earth Rated dog wipes at #27 in the Amazon UK Pet Supplies bestsellers this morning. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Refill rolls

• Earth Rated dog poo bags, lavender, 120 bags on 8 rolls, listed at 22 x 33 cm, made with 65% certified post consumer recycled plastic
• Earth Rated dog poo bags, lavender, 270 bags on 18 rolls, the same bags in a bigger pack
• Earth Rated value pack, unscented, 600 bags on 30 rolls, listed with a “3 bags left” sticker so you know when a roll is running low
• Amazon Basics dog poo bags, lavender, 300 bags on 20 rolls, listed at 33 x 22.9 cm with a dispenser included

Bags with handles

• Earth Rated dog poo bags with handles, lavender, 120 bags, listed as extra wide easy tie bags at 34 x 17 cm, in a box rather than on rolls

Holder for the lead

• Earth Rated dog poo bag holder with 15 bags, listed with a click and lock closure, a silicone strap for any lead and a hook to hold used bags until you find a bin

Wipes for muddy paws

• Earth Rated dog wipes, lavender, 100 count, listed for paws, body and bums, with aloe, shea butter, chamomile and cucumber, each wipe 8 x 8 inches, and not flushable
• dog poo bags search on amazon.co.uk to compare more packs

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as scents and counts can sit under separate options.

How to pick

• Most walks: refill rolls in a holder on the lead
• Bigger dogs or easier tying: bags with handles
• Scent: lavender or unscented, both are listed
• Muddy season: wipes by the front door or in the car

What to check on the listing

• Total bag count and bags per roll
• Bag size in cm
• Whether a dispenser is included
• Scented or unscented

More for dark walks

• our rechargeable torch and head torch guide for early and late walks
• our hand warmers guide for cold mornings
• our Nikwax waterproof jacket wash guide to keep your coat waterproof

Quick checklist

1. Pick a bulk pack of rolls or bags with handles
2. Clip a holder to the lead
3. Put a few spare bags in every coat pocket
4. Keep wipes by the door for muddy paws
5. Bin used bags, and never flush the wipes

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for dog poo bags and wipes, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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The clocks go back on Sunday 25 October, and it is the weekend a lot of us finally pack away the summer clothes and pull the jumpers out. Which vacuum storage bags and moth protection are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: medium vacuum bags for clothes, jumbo bags for duvets and bedding, and a hanging moth killer, sachets, cedar or pheromone traps in the wardrobe for the woollens you keep out.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

Amazon Basics vacuum storage bags sit at #2 and a 7 pack of jumbo bags at #18 in the Amazon UK Home and Kitchen bestsellers this morning, with Acana hanging moth killers at #14 in Garden and Outdoors. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Vacuum bags for clothes

• Amazon Basics vacuum storage bags, medium, 5 pack, listed at 70 x 50 cm each, with a hand pump and a valve connector for a standard vacuum hose, and double zip seals

Jumbo bags for duvets and bedding

• Amazon Basics vacuum storage bags with hand pump, jumbo, 6 pack, listed at 100 x 76 cm each for comforters, blankets and large bedding
• Vacuum storage bags, 7 jumbo, listed with double zip and triple seal valve, sealed with a home vacuum cleaner, for double duvets, pillows, towels and curtains

Moth protection for the wardrobe

• Acana hanging moth killer and freshener, 8 pack, lavender, listed as lasting up to 3 months each with a date wheel reminder, 1 or 2 per wardrobe
• Acana moth killer and freshener sachets, pack of 16, lavender, listed for drawers and storage, 2 per drawer, each lasting up to 3 months
• Acana clothes moth traps, 10 pack, listed as pheromone glue boards, free from insecticides, for wardrobes and drawers
• Cedarwood moth repellent, 28 pieces, listed as 10 balls, 10 cubes, 6 rings and 2 hangers, with a light sanding every 2 to 3 months to refresh the scent
• vacuum storage bags search on amazon.co.uk to compare more sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as sizes and pack counts can sit under separate options.

How to pick

• T shirts, shorts and light layers: medium bags
• Summer duvet, spare pillows and throws: jumbo bags
• Wool and cashmere left in the wardrobe: a hanging killer or traps
• Prefer no chemicals: cedar or pheromone traps

What to check on the listing

• Bag size in cm, and how many you get
• Whether a hand pump is included, or vacuum only
• How long moth products are listed to last
• How many units per wardrobe or drawer

More for the seasonal swap

• our moisture absorbers guide for damp wardrobes
• our 10.5 tog duvet guide for the winter bed
• our Nikwax waterproof jacket wash guide before the coats come out

Quick checklist

1. Wash and fully dry everything before it goes in a bag
2. Sort clothes into medium bags and bedding into jumbo bags
3. Seal the zips, then remove the air with the pump or vacuum
4. Add moth protection to the wardrobe and drawers
5. Label the bags and note the date to check moth products

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for vacuum storage bags and moth protection, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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Heating on, windows shut and washing drying indoors: late October is when condensation starts running down the glass in a lot of UK homes. Which moisture absorbers are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: a refillable UniBond AERO 360 for the rooms that need it most, a multipack of disposable tubs for cupboards, windowsills and spare rooms, and hanging bags for wardrobes. None of these need a plug, so they sit quietly anywhere.

Last updated: 21 October 2026

ANSIO disposable tubs sit at #4 and UniBond AERO 360 refill tabs at #8 in the Amazon UK Home and Kitchen bestsellers this morning. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Refillable devices

• UniBond AERO 360 moisture absorber, 1 device with 1 refill tab 450 g, listed as non electric and silent, for rooms up to 20 m², with a level indicator that shows when a new refill is needed
• UniBond AERO 360 Compact, 2 pack, each with a 450 g refill tab, listed as a smaller device for rooms up to 20 m², such as a bedroom, living room or kitchen
• UniBond AERO 360 neutral refill tabs, 4 x 450 g, listed as lasting 1 to 3 months in normal room conditions and fitting most absorber devices with a capacity of at least 450 g

Disposable tubs for cupboards and spare rooms

• ANSIO disposable dehumidifier tubs, pack of 10, listed for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, garages and caravans, with the first drop appearing in 1 to 3 weeks depending on humidity
• Straame interior dehumidifier, 500 ml, pack of 20, listed as lasting around 4 to 6 weeks each in normal indoor humidity, with no batteries, cables or controls

Hanging bags for wardrobes

• ANSIO wardrobe dehumidifier hanging bags, pack of 12, listed as lasting 4 to 6 weeks depending on humidity, and suited to wardrobes, caravans and boats
• moisture absorber search on amazon.co.uk to compare more sizes and packs

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as pack sizes and scents can sit under separate options.

How to pick

• One damp room: a refillable device, then buy refills as you go
• Lots of small spaces: a multipack of tubs
• Musty wardrobes: hanging bags between the clothes
• Room size: the UniBond listings give up to 20 m² per device

What to check on the listing

• Whether a device is included, or refills only
• Refill weight, as UniBond tabs fit devices of at least 450 g
• How long each unit is listed to last
• Safety notes, as tubs collect liquid and should stay upright and away from children

More for colder months

• our thermal blackout curtains guide for draughty windows
• our microfibre cleaning cloths guide to wipe down wet glass in the morning
• our vacuum storage bags and moth protection guide for the summer clothes swap

Quick checklist

1. Note the rooms with wet windows or musty smells
2. Pick a device, tubs or hanging bags for each
3. Check the room size and how long each unit lasts
4. Place tubs on a flat surface, upright
5. Set a reminder to check levels and swap refills

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for moisture absorbers, not a lab test or a fix for structural damp. If damp keeps coming back, get it looked at.

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Halloween is Saturday 31 October, and school discos, parties and trick or treating all land in the same couple of weeks. Which kids Halloween costumes are worth a look on amazon.co.uk, and how do you get the size right?

The short answer: choose by age band and height, not just age, and check exactly what is in the pack. Skeleton, vampire, ghost and grim reaper outfits are the classics, and toddlers have softer options like a skeleton bat jumpsuit.

Last updated: 20 October 2026

Kids costumes fill several spots in the Amazon UK Toys and Games bestsellers this morning, including a grim reaper set at #17, a glow in the dark skeleton at #18, a vampire at #19 and a zombie cheerleader at #26. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, sizes or features beyond what the listings state.

Skeleton costumes

• Sincere Party kids skeleton costume, glow in the dark, listed as an all in one printed costume with separate hood and bone gloves, velcro at the back, in 5 age bands from 3 to 5 years up to 12 to 13 years with recommended heights for each
• Rubies skeleton bat, child’s fancy dress, listed as a soft jersey hooded jumpsuit with attached bat wings for toddlers aged 2 to 6

Vampire and grim reaper

• HENBRANDT children’s deluxe vampire costume, listed with a ruffled shirt, brocade waistcoat, red lined cape, brooch and trousers, in ages 4 to 6, 7 to 9 and 10 to 12, with chest and leg measurements on the listing
• Grim reaper costume, 5 piece set, listed with a black robe, skull mask, scythe, light up glasses and gloves, in kids and adult sizes

Ghost costumes

• Rubie’s howling ghost costume, listed as a hooded robe with draped sleeves, black gloves and a moulded ghost mask, for ages 3 to 10
• GEEKEO kids ghost costume, 5 piece, listed with a white ghost cape, pumpkin sweet bag, glasses, glow in the dark stickers and striped over the knee socks, sized by height

Zombie looks for older kids

• Zombie cheerleader costume for kids, listed for ages 7 to 12 with a cheerleader dress, pom poms, blood stained tights and a tube of fake blood
• kids Halloween costume search on amazon.co.uk to compare more characters and sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as each size is often a separate option and delivery dates matter this close to 31 October.

How to get the size right

• Measure your child’s height and compare it with the size guide on the listing
• If they sit between two sizes, the larger one leaves room for a warm layer underneath
• Check chest and inside leg where the listing gives them
• Note that some sets are one size or sized S, M and L by height rather than age

What to check on the listing

• Exactly what is included (mask, gloves, hood, props)
• Age band and height range for each size
• Whether a mask fits comfortably for younger children
• Delivery date before the party, and returns notes

Finish the look

• our Halloween face paint guide for skeleton and vampire faces
• our Halloween string lights guide for the window or porch
• our flameless LED tea lights guide for pumpkins without a flame

Quick checklist

1. Measure height before you pick a size
2. Choose a character your child is happy to wear all evening
3. Check what is in the pack
4. Leave room for a warm layer on a cold night
5. Order early enough for delivery before 31 October

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for kids Halloween costumes, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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October half term, darker evenings after the clocks go back on Sunday 25 October, and wet weekends all point to the same thing: a card game on the kitchen table. Which family card games are worth buying on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: UNO or Skip-Bo for an easy start with younger players, Flip 7 or Monopoly Deal for a bit more tactics, and Dobble or Mount Cleverest for quick rounds with mixed ages and bigger groups. All of them fit in a bag for trips away.

Last updated: 20 October 2026

UNO sits at #5, Mount Cleverest at #16, Flip 7 at #22, Liar’s UNO at #24 and Monopoly Deal at #25 in the Amazon UK Toys and Games bestsellers this morning. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or features beyond what the listings state.

Easy starters for younger players

• Mattel Games UNO card game, ages 7+, 2 to 10 players, listed as the classic colour and number matching game with action cards, Swap Hands cards, customisable wild cards and symbols that help players with colour blindness
• Mattel Games Skip-Bo, ages 7+, 2 to 6 players, listed as a game of building sequential stacks, where the first player to use all the cards in their stockpile wins

UNO with a twist

• Mattel Games UNO Flip!, ages 7+, 2 to 10 players, the double sided version of UNO
• Mattel Games Liar’s UNO in a storage tin, ages 7+, 2 to 6 players, listed with Liar’s Cards played face down so you can tell the truth or bluff, and a penalty draw for whoever gets the call wrong

A bit more tactics

• USAopoly Flip 7, listed as a push your luck game where you take cards without revealing the same number twice, with action cards such as Freeze and Second Chance, and the first to 200 points wins
• Monopoly Deal card game, ages 8+, listed as a fast property trading card game that can be played in as little as 15 minutes, where the first player to collect three complete property sets wins

Quick rounds for mixed ages and big groups

• Asmodee Dobble, listed as a speed and observation game with 55 cards, five ways to play and a portable tin
• Mount Cleverest Original Edition true or false trivia game, listed for adults, children or mixed groups of up to 30 players, and small enough to pack for holidays
• family card games search on amazon.co.uk to compare more games

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as editions and pack sizes can sit under separate options.

How to pick the right game

• Youngest player: check the age on the box, most here say 7+ or 8+
• Group size: Mount Cleverest and UNO cover the biggest groups
• Time: Monopoly Deal says it can be played in as little as 15 minutes
• Travel: tins and small boxes are easier to pack for half term trips

What to check on the listing

• Age rating and number of players
• Edition, as special editions can change the rules
• Whether it comes in a tin or a card box
• Delivery date, and returns notes

More for half term

• our EU travel adaptor guide if you are heading abroad
• our LEGO advent calendar 2026 guide to plan ahead for December
• our Halloween string lights guide for a spooky games night

Quick checklist

1. Count your players and note the youngest age
2. Pick an easy starter, a tactical game or a quick group game
3. Check the edition and age rating
4. Choose a tin if you plan to travel
5. Order in time for half term

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for family card games, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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The clocks go back on Sunday 25 October, and the evenings get longer and colder from here. An electric under blanket warms the bed, and a heated throw keeps you cosy on the sofa. Which one should you buy on amazon.co.uk?

The short answer: pick an under blanket sized to your mattress if cold beds are the problem, a dual control model if two people want different warmth, and a heated throw if you mainly sit on the sofa in the evening. Check the controller, timer and washing notes on the listing.

Last updated: 20 October 2026

A heated electric throw sits at #8 and the Silentnight Comfort Control double electric blanket at #20 in the Amazon UK Home and Kitchen bestsellers this morning. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, running costs or energy savings beyond what the listings state.

Electric under blankets for single and double beds

Under blankets strap to the mattress and sit under your fitted sheet.

• Silentnight Comfort Control electric blanket, single, 72 x 135cm, listed in soft microfleece with 5 heat settings, a digital controller, auto shut off and elasticated straps, machine washable once the cable is detached
• Silentnight Comfort Control electric blanket, double, 135 x 120cm, listed with the same 5 heat settings, digital controller, auto shut off and a 3 year manufacturer guarantee
• Morphy Richards EverCosy electric under blanket, double, 150 x 122cm, listed with 9 heat settings, a 1 to 9 hour timer on a detachable controller, BEAB approval and overheat protection, reversible and machine washable

Dual control for couples

• Silentnight Dual Control electric blanket, double, listed with two digital controllers so each side is set separately, 4 heat settings and auto shut off
• Homefront dual control electric blanket, king size, listed as a fleece fitted mattress cover for 152 x 203cm mattresses with a deep elasticated skirt for 20 to 40cm depths, separate body and foot settings on each side, overheat protection and a 2 year guarantee

Heated throws for the sofa

• Heated electric throw, 160 x 130cm, dark grey, listed as reversible flannel and sherpa with 10 heat settings, a 1 to 9 hour timer, overheat protection and a detachable controller for machine washing
• Silentnight Comfort Control heated throw, 120 x 160cm, listed in soft fleece with 9 heat settings, overheat protection and auto shut off after 2 hours
• Bauer Professional electric heated throw, 120 x 160cm, listed with 10 heat settings, a 1 to 9 hour timer and a detachable digital controller
• electric blanket search on amazon.co.uk to compare more sizes and brands

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as sizes and colours often sit under separate options.

Under blanket or heated throw?

• Under blanket: warms the bed before you get in, fitted to the mattress with straps or a skirt
• Heated throw: goes over you on the sofa or on top of the bed, and folds away in spring
• Couples who disagree on warmth: look for dual control with two controllers

What to check on the listing

• Size against your mattress (single, double, king) or sofa
• Number of heat settings, timer length and auto shut off
• Safety marks named on the listing, such as BEAB or UKCA
• Whether the controller detaches for machine washing, and the wash temperature
• Guarantee length, delivery and returns notes

Safe use tips from the listings

• Silentnight listings recommend switching electric blankets off before you go to sleep
• They also advise against constant use on the highest setting
• Lay under blankets flat, and detach the cable or controller before washing
• Follow the safety notes in the manual that comes in the box

Kit that often goes with colder nights

• our 10.5 tog duvet guide for a warmer bed
• our thermal blackout curtains guide for darker evenings
• our hand warmers guide for cold walks

Quick checklist

1. Measure your mattress or decide on sofa use
2. Pick an under blanket or a heated throw
3. Choose single or dual control
4. Check heat settings, timer and auto shut off
5. Check the washing notes before you buy

Use the Amazon product and search links above to compare options on amazon.co.uk. This is a UK shopping shortlist for electric blankets and heated throws, not a lab test or any brand’s official catalogue.

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