Blacks is the largest outdoor retailer in the UK, stocking a vast range of products for all your outdoor needs.
With its origins on 1931, Blacks was a retailer that made tents for the Army and navy in the Second World War, it was from this that the company expanded to what it is today, not only selling tents, but also outdoor clothing, footwear, equipment, bags, navigations tools, all gear for all sorts of sports imaginable.
They also stock produce from a huge range of reliable brands, such as The North Face, Jack Wolfskin, Colombia, Maintain Hardwear and Craghoppers. While also creating and selling some of their own brands, like Peter Storm and Eurohike.
Currently the retail has 69 UK stores, and shows no sign of stopping this expansion.
So why shop with Blacks?
Blacks not only offers a great shopping experience in store, but their online site gives customers the chance to make use of some unbelievable offers and discounts via a Blacks voucher, and huge sales throughout the year. It is worth checking online before you purchase anything online, as chances are there will be a Blacks voucher code deal somewhere that will get you money off your purchases or off delivery. Some Blacks discounts that you could expect to find are:
Free UK delivery over £70
Price promise always 10% better
20% off orders
15% off first orders
10% off selected items
10% student discount
Special offers with newsletter sign ups
15% off orders over £100
10% off orders over £80
Deals for Blacks gift vouchers
Don't pay a penny more than you have to with the Price Promise
Blacks strive to give its customers the best quality products at the cheapest prices, that is why they are prepared to give a price promise. After a lot of market research most of the products are at the lowest price that you will find, however if by chance they have missed a competitive price, then are prepared to match the price, and then reduce it by 10%! So not only do you get the cheapest price, but you even save money. Just get in contact with the customer service team to discuss your options.
Shop on the go with the Blacks App
Shopping on a computer is easy, but for even more convenience, use the Black App and shop on the go. The app enables you to search the entire collection of products where ever you are, as well as using the handy store locator tool to find the nearest store to where you are. Another added bonus is that you can create your very own personalised wish list, perfect for gift buying, then make a purchase using a Blacks discount code!
Get money off with a Student Discount
All students are eligible to get a 10% student discount. Simply sign up with Students Beans, which is free and easy to do, and receive a 10% Blacks discount code that you can use when paying. If you are shopping in store, the same process applies, however you can get the code sent straight to your inbox, so you can use it whenever you need.
When will you get the goods?
UK standard delivery is only £3.99 and you should expect to receive your purchases within 5 working days of ordering. However if you spend over £70, then this is completely free! Providing the order is placed before 8pm, next day delivery is available for £5.99, perfect for that last minute adventure. Sometimes free next day delivery is available as a promotional code, and if this is the case, then it won't be available with any other offer.
Unlike most companies, Blacks also offer evening delivery up to 1am on the day of delivery! This delivery option is charge at £9.99 and they will delivery your order between 6pm and 10pm any day of the week, even Sundays and bank holidays.
If you want to collect your items from store, this is only £1, or free if you spend over £70.The items can be delivered to any Blacks store, or one of over 500 alternatively locations across the UK, then you can pick it up whenever is easiest for you, as long as it is in 14 days. Make sure that you bring with you a proof of purchase along with your payment card, and it is as easy as that. Alternative stores include JD Sports, Millets, Ultimate Outdoors or Scotts Menswear stores.
Returns? No worries.
Blacks want to make returning items as convenient as possible for you, so have arranged for three efficient returns options. One option is to return the products in store. Simply take the products you want to return to any of their stores along with your dispatch note, and a member of staff will be happy to assist you with your refund. If you have picked up your delivery from one of the alternative collections points, then the goods cannot be returned to them, it has a to be a Blacks store or one of the following return methods.
Another option, and also the most advised, is to return your order using the collect+ option. The 5000+ drop off points across the UK usually have extended opening hours and are open 7 days a week, which makes taking your items back even more convenient. Visit their website online and create a returns label for £3.29 where you will also receive proof of postage and be able to find out where your nearest collection point is.
The last option is to send your items via a postal carrier, preferably one that can offer proof of postage. Send your package to:
Blacks Internet Returns,
Door 2,
Kingsway Business Park,
Rochdale,
OL16 4FW.
