Leekes Blog

Leekes are joining the rest of the world in the fightback of the climate war, and we hope you can join us. Help the environment from home, it's easier than you think! Don't feel discouraged or overwhelmed by the environmental issues we are facing in 2020. Let's help the environment together. We have decided as a company to stop selling bags for life in a bid to help reduce plastic waste... but we need your help. As an alternative, why not grab a friendly member of staff to help you carry your…

Another successful family event that was great fun and had a fantastic response. As the company continues to grow and the number of stores and products increase, it's important for us here at Leekes to hold these events. Of course our focus is selling quality goods and excellent customer service, our priority is to remain humble as a company and to ensure families return to our store having had a unique and enjoyable experience and it's events like this that only remind us why we do it.   Our…

Ever wondered who is behind all of our festive magic at Leekes? Meet Charlotte Illsley our fantastic Christmas Buyer. Here you can find out a little more about the role and Charlottes favourite decorations this year!  When did you buy in this year’s range and how did you decide what to buy?   Every year we tend to buy the Leekes Christmas range the first week after we get back from the Christmas break so just after celebrating the new year. Although this is 11 months in advance it is a…

Join us on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September for our Conservatories, Windows and Doors studio relaunch in our Melksham store. Browse our fantastic, new studio and be inspired by our beautiful conservatories, windows and doors displays.  Exclusive to the weekend only, you can receive an extra 5% off your order so there's no better time to install that new conservatory, window or door that you've always wanted for your home. Over the weekend, you can also enjoy exclusive special offers so you…

Each year The Sleep Council has a month long awareness campaign in September which they have aptly named "Sleeptember" to promote the importance and benefits of getting a good night's sleep and how to achieve this.  So many of us don't get enough sleep each night which can have a real impact on our health and well-being. At Leekes we understand the importance of getting a good night's sleep and how it can benefit you, but also why you may not be getting those much needed Zzzs. Read on to find our…

Come and celebrate our Cross Hands store's 35th birthday on the 14th & 15th September. We are hosting a number of in store events across the weekend and would love it if you could come along and celebrate with us. Don't miss out on events including: Practical advice and ideas from Home Experts throughout the store- form tool demonstrations and gin tasting to creating beautiful bedrooms and decorating tips Live cooking demonstrations from the Neff Home Economist offering delicious tips and tasty…

Our Bilston store is 10 years old! To celebrate this achievement we are hosting a celebration weekend on the 14th & 15th September and we will love it if you can be there. We are holding a number of events and activities in our store across the weekend for everyone to enjoy including: Meet England and Wolverhampton Wanderers football star Steve Bull (Sunday 12:30 - 2:30) Receive helpful advice and practical ideas from our Home Experts throughout the store Live cooking demonstrations from the…

If you have your heart set on making some home improvements this summer, the exterior is a great place to start. First impressions are everything, and what your home looks like from the outside could say a lot about what it may look like on the inside. It's also particularly important if you're looking to sell your property as you only get one chance to make a first impression on potential buyers. But sprucing up your exterior needn’t be hard work with a few helpful tips from us at Leekes. Read…

When your flat or house is tight for space, it can seem like an impossible task to fit everything in and to optimise the space you have. Luckily for you, there are plenty of nifty and easy ways you can make the most of the space you have and create a stylish home that works for everyone. Things to Consider Before you start, here are some important things to consider Small spaces do not always mean you need small furniture. Multiple small pieces of furniture can make a room look cluttered and therefore…

So you've had a clear-out and are now wondering where best to put everything you've kept. Or you've just been on a shopping spree but realised you have anywhere to put your new purchases. Whatever the situation, decluttering and organising your home can feel like a daunting task, especially if you are limited for space. Worktops, shelves or any surface can easily get mindlessly covered in belongings and can make your home feel messy. Here at Leekes, we have put together some handy tips and ideas…