Before your bank balance has time to relax and breathe again you realise that either a family member or a friend’s birthday is just around the corner and you have to try and find a gift which is thoughtful but also not too expensive! 

This obstacle can easily be overcome though ladies and gentlemen as the sales are still lingering in most shops - you’ll be able to find the perfect bargain birthday gift!

Take a trip to The Bentall Centre, Kingston to do a little retail therapy and have a good old rummage through all the sale items. 

Winter Wobblers Mini Hot Water Bottle, WAS £5.00 NOW £2.50 from Paperchase

You will find some amazing bargains to be had which will make lovely birthday gifts but won’t put pressure on your bank account.  No one has to know!

Rosehip Pink Flower Photo Album, WAS £42.00 NOW £21.00 from Oliver Bonas

What woman wouldn’t love a gorgeous bag or pair of shoes for her birthday?  She’d be mad to turn them down – I certainly wouldn’t! 

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What secrets are hidden in your handbag?

The Bentall Centre has teamed up with Debbie Percy, an experienced life coach and specialist Bagologist. Basically, Debbie can reveal what your bag says about you!

The contents of your handbag tell a deeper story than you might think and Debbie has mastered the skill to understand someone’s personality and lifestyle just by seeing what is in your bag.

To find out the meaning of your handbag, just visit The Bentall Centre facebook page, ‘like’ the page, take a photo of the contents of your handbag and then upload it to the Facebook Wall.

Three bags will be randomly selected by Debbie every weekday for a detailed reading and her analysis published underneath each photo. 

Uploads must be made between 1^st January & 29^th February 2011.

Kempton Park, London's premier all-weather horse racing and entertainment venue, makes for a fantastic day out for social or business events and there is an amazing offer to take advantage of this November. 

The Panoramic Bar & Restaurant has a special Buy-One-Get-One-Free offer – so what are you waiting for?  Get booking!

The Panoramic Bar & Restaurant is set over three tiers so you’ll be watching the racing in style. 

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Hair Associates at The Bentall Centre in Kingston has built a first class reputation winning a number of prestigious awards over the past few years and reaching the finals of The British Hairdressing Awards.  Being one of the country’s top salon groups it is the place for men and women to go who are after a great hair experience!

The salon has recently launched an ‘Early Week Club’ allowing you to get a massive 50% off a cut & finish on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and now Thursday before 1pm.  Sounds like a good idea to me!  Remember to quote "Early Week Club" though when booking your appointment to make sure you receive this amazing discount.

You may be after a completely new look or just a tidy up – either way you’ll look super stylish when you leave the salon.  There are some hot hair trends coming up for Autumn/Winter 2011 so why not be daring and give one a go!

Androgyny – be bold and brave opting for a super-short quiff or a slicked-back crop.

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This September and October Bentalls in Kingston has a load of activities going on from dance workshops to blind food tastings – definitely something for everyone!

Fans of Glee should head to the centre on Thursday 1^st September to take part in Glee inspired Dance Workshops.  Professional dance coaches will teach you steps inspired by the hit TV series.  Classes will take place at 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.30pm and 3.15pm.  Make sure you book though to guarantee your place.  You’ll leave knowing some amazing Glee moves!  Call 020 8541 6934.

Looking for some new cookware to spruce up your kitchen?  Well Saturday 3^rd September sees the return of the Scanpan experts bringing with them their ingenious and functional cookware that makes gastronomic cooking a joy!  Culinary skills are brought to a new level when superior functionality is fused with stylish, sleek design and aesthetics.  Malcolm Harradine will be showing shoppers chopping, slicing and paring techniques with the coloured non-stick kitchen knives by Taylor’s Eye on Sunday 4^th September.  The 5 piece set was £50 and is now an incredible £25!  I love a good bargain!

The Home Event starts on Thursday 8^th September with up to 50% off selected Living, Dining, Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom ranges.  Save money whilst choosing some amazing, stylish new pieces for your home.  The Living Kitchen will be hosting an interesting event on Thursday too – Do it in the Dark.  This is to support Greater London Fund for the Blind – a great cause.  Take part in a Blind tasting challenge and trials of adapted kitchen equipment.  Come along from 5pm to find out more.

If you’re a lover of beers and lager then pop along to Bentalls on Saturday 10^th September to taste some from all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, America, Mexico, Morocco, China and Japan.  Your taste buds will be sent into overload!

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Hair Associates at The Bentall Centre have just extended their ‘Early Week Club’ to include Thursdays.

Now you can take advantage of 50% off Cut & Finish on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays until 1pm.

This fabulous offer is subject to the strict Terms & Conditions stated at the bottom of this post.

Call the salon on 020 8974 1554 to book your appointment and please remember to mention this promotion when booking your appointment to ensure that you receive this offer.

Terms & Conditions -

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Soletrader was launched over 40 years ago and is the perfect place to shop if you have a weakness for shoes! 

The brand hand selects all the best on-trend labels for men and women including classic, casuals and sports styles so you are bound to find a pair which is right for you!

The Soletrader store at The Bentall Centre in Kingston summer 2011 sale has started so you can shop your favourite styles for less money! 

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The Build-A-Bear Workshop at The Bentall Centre in Kingston has some great new arrivals heading into the store this July so keep your eyes peeled for the adorable furry friends!

The Build-A-Bear Smallfrys 3^rd Collection are in store now!  Collect all of these cute characters or buy one to give to a friend as they make great little presents!

Everyone is getting excited for the return of The Smurfs as the movie hits cinemas this summer so why not join in and visit a Build-A-Bear store to make a Smurfette or Clumsy! 

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Summer sales are starting to take place now on the high street and online which makes all us shoppers extremely happy! 

There’s nothing like a good sale full of amazing bargains to get our hands on. 

Stylish brand L.K. Bennett at The Bentall centre recently launched their summer 2011 sale.  This is the perfect opportunity to buy some new pieces for your wardrobe that will sure to spruce up your summer attire! 

 Maybe you need a new outfit for a wedding or a garden party but don’t want to destroy your bank balance altogether or need a stylish new bag for work to impress your colleagues. 

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PANDORA at The Bentall Centre in Kingston is full of beautiful, high quality and hand finished jewellery for women at affordable prices. 

With such an amazing range of styles and colours to choose from you’ll always be able to find a piece that truly matches your personality and individuality perfectly.

The spring 2011 collection is full of stunning statement pieces. 

There is also a great variety of different style charms to choose from in all colours as well as an elegant collection of rings.

On Saturday 9^th July 2011 PANDORA will be celebrating their 1^st birthday in The Bentall Centre so why not pop along and join in! 

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