Debenhams Black Friday 2025: 70% off Blue Cross deals go live ahead of November

DEBENHAMS Black Friday deals are nearly here, but offers of up to 70% off in every category have landed early in the Great Blue Cross deals.

Whether you’re scooping up Christmas presents ahead of the big day or treating yourself to a new beauty treat, the Debenhams Black Friday 2025 sale is not one to miss.

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Debenhams is running its Great Blue Cross event now, slashing thousands of items in price by up to 70%.

From luxury skincare to designer handbags and electrical appliances, shoppers can score these offers right now and ahead of Black Friday next month. 

The good news doesn’t stop there because you can also find many deals for around the home and garden.

Ideal for soups and savoury dips, this Nutribullet dupe has been slashed to £19.99, while shoppers are sharing they are ‘ready for autumn’ with Debenhams’ £15 reversible bedding set.

It’s a great time to bag popular seasonal buys like beauty Advent calendars and Christmas decorations, but it’s also great for stocking up on essentials for the new year.

Make sure to bookmark this page, as we’ll be bringing you the biggest and best offers from Debenhams as soon as they drop.

In the meantime, read on to learn more about the Great Blue Cross event and this year’s Black Friday sale, including our predictions of what deals to expect.

When is Black Friday 2025?

Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days in the retail calendar.

In 2025, Black Friday officially kicks off on November 28.

One way to remember the date is that it always falls on the day after Thanksgiving in the US.

Although the shopping event doesn’t officially take place until the date stated, many UK retailers launch sales weeks in advance, so you’ll want to look out for offers ahead of time.

You can check out our best Black Friday UK deals guide for more shopping tips, or if you’ve got a particular brand in mind, head over to our Black Friday hub.

We’ve also covered the major sales event in more detail in our ‘Why is Black Friday called Black Friday?‘ explainer, so make sure to check it out.

Is Debenhams taking part in Black Friday this year?

There’s been no official announcement just yet, but Debenhams will likely offer Black Friday discounts.

Historically, Debenhams has offered substantial savings during Black Friday, with up to 85% discounts last year on fashion and beauty items.

One way to stay in the know is to sign up for the retailer’s newsletter, which will give you early access and exclusive discounts you won’t find anywhere else.

You can also download the Debenhams app to unlock exclusive offers, receive sales alerts, and track orders.

Keep your eyes on this page for all the latest Black Friday news from Debenhams.

What to expect from Debenhams’ Black Friday sale 2025?

Shoppers can look forward to impressive Black Friday deals from Debenhams.

If you’re a bargain lover, you’ll know that the retailer is especially generous during sale season, and it usually rolls out huge reductions across most categories.

Last year, there were significant savings on perfume gift sets and cosmetics from renowned brands such as Ted Baker and Estée Lauder.

Fashion fans also scored unbeatable offers, with savings up for grabs on shoes, boots, coats, and more, and they didn’t have to wait until the big day itself to bag a deal.

Last year, the retailer launched a selection of deals in the lead-up to Black Friday, so it’s a smart idea to keep an eye out for any early offers.

The sale typically extends through to Cyber Monday, which provides ample opportunity to secure bargains ahead of the festive season.

What was in the Debenhams Black Friday sale last year?

Last year, Debenhams treated shoppers to savings of up to 85% across a wide range of items.

Bargain hunters scored up to 75% off shoes and boots, as well as up to 50% off fragrances, and at least 50% off furniture, and that’s not all.

Menswear, home essentials, and select designer brands were also discounted in the Debenhams Black Friday 2024 sale.

We’ve listed a few highlights from last year’s sale below, including a stunning timepiece that was discounted by a staggering 86%.

• STÜHRLING Original Lineage Ladies Quartz 31mm Watch With Crystal Markers, £66.29 (was £475) – buy here
• Living and Home 5L Touch Screen Air Fryer, £38.89 (was £222.16) – buy here
• EverAu Australia Wigeon Leather Slippers, £42.89 (was £159) – buy here

When is Cyber Monday 2025 and is Debenhams taking part?

This year, Cyber Monday takes place on December 1.

The annual shopping event, traditionally geared towards online shoppers, is similar to Black Friday, with many discounts continuing through the weekend.

Some new discounts may also pop up over Cyber Weekend.

Many deals are expected to end on Cyber Monday, but it’s not uncommon for some brands and retailers to extend their sales well beyond this date in the lead-up to Christmas.

Luckily for bargain hunters, Debenhams has participated in Cyber Monday sales in the past, and will likely do so again this year.

We’ll be updating this page with the latest Cyber Monday details and deals as soon as they land, so make sure to keep checking back.

How much does Debenhams’ shipping cost?

Free express delivery is currently available on home and garden essentials when you use the code EXPRESSDEL at checkout.

You’re also guaranteed free delivery if you’re a Debenhams Unlimited member – it pays off to sign up.

For all other orders, UK standard delivery costs £3.99, and UK supersaver delivery costs £2.99.

If you need your parcel the next day, you can expect to pay an additional delivery fee of £5.99.

Visit the retailer’s delivery information page to find out more.

Does Debenhams offer any other discounts?

Yes, Debenhams offers deals and sales throughout the year, including end-of-summer sales, seasonal promotions, and exclusive deals.

We’ve listed several of the best live discounts above, so make sure to check them out.

Students are also in luck; both UNiDAYS and Student Beans offer exclusive discounts to eligible students.

Who bought Debenhams?

In 2021, online retailer Boohoo bought the Debenhams website and brand for £55 million.

The business was set to be liquidated after JDSports pulled out of bids to save the troubled department store chain.

At the time, Boohoo said the Debenhams deal represented a “fantastic opportunity” to target new customers and launch into the beauty, sports, and homewares market for the first time.

Speaking about the deal at the time, Geoff Rowley, joint administrator and partner of FRP Advisory, said: “We are pleased to have secured the future for this great brand, and to have created the opportunity for a new Debenhams-branded business to emerge in a different shape beyond the pandemic.

“I expect that the agreement with Boohoo may provide some job opportunities but we regret that this outcome does not safeguard the jobs of Debenhams’ employees beyond the winding down period.”

Customers can still shop a wide selection of categories on debenhams.com.

Is Debenhams coming back to the high street?

Debenhams left the high street in 2021 after struggling to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.

Before leaving the high street, shoppers were able to take advantage of some big discounts with prices slashed by up to 80% in the closing down sales.

Online retailer Boohoo bought the website and brand that same year – but the deal excluded all 118 remaining UK stores and 12,000 Debenhams jobs.

Is Debenhams now online only?

As part of the rescue deal by Boohoo Group, the department store was relaunched as an online-only operation.

You can shop for fashion, homeware, fragrances, and more on the Debenhams website.

The result meant all 124 shops closed on high streets up and down the country, and thousands of jobs were cut.

Some of the brand’s most iconic retail spaces across the UK are now being transformed into new entertainment hubs and homes.

This summer, it was announced that the once-thriving Debenhams store in Chelmsford, Essex, which was loved in the 90s, is to be transformed into a cinema, gym, and hundreds of co-living spaces.

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