Ever wanted to re-create the scene in ‘Big’ where Tom Hanks plays the giant floor piano with his feet? Surely it’s not just us? Well with our Giant Keyboard you can – it’s like the 80s never went away! We’re glad they did though… Still this huge pianoforte just has to be laid on the floor turned on and walked over to create a sound. No matter if you’re a novice of notes or a musical maestro (with your feet) you’ll be able to make music in no time at all. Because it’s a modern sort of keyboard it comes fully equipped with 8 different musical instrument sounds including standard piano saxophone violin and even vibraphone for fans of exploratory jazz… not sure there’ll be too many of you though. It’s also a great way to get younger folk interested in playing an instrument. Rather than having their fingers snapped with a ruler by a fusty old teacher each time their hands lose position (again just us?) why not let them dance about on the keyboard and create sounds for themselves? But why let the nippers have all the fun? If you’re of a certain age and Tom Hanks-loving persuasion then you can team up with a friend and play ‘Chopsticks’ until the cows come home (or the neighbours complain). You can record your efforts with the keyboard’s 80-note memory and then play them back or let the keyboard itself show you how it’s done by listening to one of the ten demo songs. It’s also a fine accompaniment (see what we did there?) to a good party – sort of like a mixture of karaoke and Twister of you like. Basically it’s an excuse to muck about with your mates or a great fun way to get your kids taking an interest in and learning about musical instruments. However you end up playing with it just make sure you move your feet to the beat!

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Price : £ 36.99

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Darts traditionally the preserve of tubby lager-swilling chaps with nicknames like The Swedish Mountain is a game (sorry sport) that you can now enjoy in your own home without the fear of having a pointy object lodged in your shoulder. With the Magnetic Dartboard you need worry no longer about the potential safety hazards of throwing real darts around the living room – these magnetic darts are safe fun and a cheaper alternative to minor corrective surgery. What’s more they’re pretty strong too so you’ll have to throw one pretty hard to fluff it. The board itself follows the exact dimensions and details of a traditional dartboard and has a strong magnetic surface for you to liberally hurl the equally magnetic darts at. Great for hanging in the garage or the shed or wherever you might be relegated to when the washing up’s finished you’ll have hours of fun. Perfect post-pub entertainment or just something to muck around with of a Sunday afternoon it’s the closest you can get to getting drunk for a sport. So step on up to the oche and get hurling! NB: All darts-related remarks are made in jest. Please don’t write in.

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Price : £ 10.99

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Darts traditionally the preserve of tubby lager-swilling chaps with nicknames like The Swedish Mountain is a game (sorry sport) that you can now enjoy in your own home without the fear of having a pointy object lodged in your shoulder. With the Magnetic Dartboard you need worry no longer about the potential safety hazards of throwing real darts around the living room – these magnetic darts are safe fun and a cheaper alternative to minor corrective surgery. What’s more they’re pretty strong too so you’ll have to throw one pretty hard to fluff it. The board itself follows the exact dimensions and details of a traditional dartboard and has a strong magnetic surface for you to liberally hurl the equally magnetic darts at. Great for hanging in the garage or the shed or wherever you might be relegated to when the washing up’s finished you’ll have hours of fun. Perfect post-pub entertainment or just something to muck around with of a Sunday afternoon it’s the closest you can get to getting drunk for a sport. So step on up to the oche and get hurling! NB: All darts-related remarks are made in jest. Please don’t write in.

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Price : £ 10.99

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When you want to En Garde your sausage the BBQ Sword cuts a swathe through more sensible BBQ tools. If d’Artagnan was ever to get into alfresco cuisine then surely this ludicrous piece of BBQ paraphernalia would be his weapon of choice. Whether you fancy yourself as the fifth musketeer or perhaps the next Zorro (it strangely comes with a cut-out mask) then there can be no better way to sear your sausage than with this seriously silly sabre. It measures 48.5 cm long has a wooden handle and the metal guard will stop you getting splattered with fat as your sausage sizzles. Age 18 years+ only

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Price : £ 12.99

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Aquire great TV reception in your caravan, boat or mobile home without going outdoors.

• The Altai outdoor digital aerial with its remote controlled motorised mast which rotates around 360 degrees is perfect when you in your caravan, mobile home or even on your boat. The remote controlled mast allows you to vary the position of your aerial without having to go outside, often missing half of your favourite TV programme. This handy device will enable you to have better TV reception without the hassle and as it’s compatible with Freeview, DVB-T digital and HD ready TVs it’s suitable for use once the analogue signal is switched off. Please note the pole is not supplied and needs to be purchased separately.

Price : £ 29.95

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All the functionality of a modern phone with a retro British design

• Based on the original rotary dial retro phones of yesteryear, this GPO telephone combines classic 60s-era British design with a celebration of Britishness – the Union Jack! Simple to use yet functional with push-button dialing and last number redial capability it’s a great, stylish addition to your home décor. The traditional ‘corded’ handset encourages you to really sit back, relax and enjoy your conversation. The phone works on any standard analogue line, is compatible with all network providers and can be used for telephone banking.

Price : £ 39.95

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All the functionality of a modern phone with a retro British design

• Based on the original rotary dial retro phones of yesteryear, this GPO telephone combines classic 60s-era British design with a celebration of Britishness – the Union Jack! Simple to use yet functional with push-button dialing and last number redial capability it’s a great, stylish addition to your home décor. The traditional ‘corded’ handset encourages you to really sit back, relax and enjoy your conversation. The phone works on any standard analogue line, is compatible with all network providers and can be used for telephone banking.

Price : £ 39.95

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Double the fun with Chocolate making for two! ; Whilst the chocolatier gives a brief introduction on the history of chocolate you will sample such delights as chilli and orange dark chocolate and milk chocolate caramel sea salt truffles. Then its aprons on as you learn how to make chocolate fudge Dutch truffles and praline. You will also be able to pipe cut dip and decorate your delicious creations which you will then be able to take home in a beautiful ribbon tied box. Each person will be able to take home at least 25 chocolates. ; Agenda: On arrival you will be met by your Chocolatier who will introduce your workshop with a brief insight to the history of chocolate. Then there will be an opportunity to sample the home creations of the Chocolatier before you indulge your creative side and create your master pieces out of the finest Belgian chocolate. You will also learn how to dip and decorate your delicious masterpieces before taking them away with you in a beautiful ribbon tied box. ; Notes: On purchasing this experience you will be issued with a voucher valid for 10 months. ; Drinks will be provided throughout your experience. ; There will be a maximum of 14 participants on your course. ; Each participant will be able to take about 25 hand made chocolates home with them. ; Please note that the minimum age for this experience is 14 years old. ; Your experience will last between 2 – 3 hours in total.

Price : £ 145.00

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Great for home or the office, this retro mug will take you back to your youth and show everyone how cool you are.

Price : £ 6.95

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The Glow Brick has to be the next best thing to remote-controlled lighting. In fact we’ll stick our neck out and say that it’s even better because you don’t have to lift a finger to switch it on. A strangely lovely phosphorescent green light bulb is entombed in a clear acrylic brick which lounges about by day quietly soaking up solar energy then takes centre stage by night. At dusk the light starts glowing all green and mysterious showing an awesome staying power throughout the darkest hours. The overall effect is of a disembodied shining light bulb suspended in mid air which you’d have to agree is not something you see every day. On a functional level it makes a handy low-maintenance security light. On a frivolous level it’s a jolly nice talking piece for people who like to talk in dark rooms. 11×7.8×7.8cm No batteries required

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Price : £ 19.99

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