Shopping at an outlet can be a brilliant way of saving yourself some money. It’s a great idea for present buying in the run-up to Christmas and you’ll be able to get hold of a wide range of goods depending on what you want to purchase.

Shopping outlets tend to be highly accessible so you can go there with the whole family. As they’re usually based just out of town, there should be plenty of parking and you’ll be able to find a space within easy walking distance of the shops.

Outlets will often have many of the biggest high-street stores selling their goods at discounted prices. This may potentially be due to slight faults, so do check everything thoroughly before you buy. Often, though, retail outlets can keep their prices low because they are selling off last season’s stock and it can’t be sold in their usual stores. It’s a good opportunity to find some excellent bargains.

Some retail outlets will also have designer stores – check which shops are there before you travel so that you can pick a complex which has stores you want to shop in. If you like designer labels this is a brilliant way to get hold of them at a much more affordable price than usual.