News Archive

2010/2011 News Archive British Corner Shop

An archive of the British Corner Shop news items featured in 2010 and 2011.

Sending Money Abroad? Time To Ditch Your Bank

15th December 2011

If you're an expat who uses your bank to transfer money abroad, you'll know that extortionate fees and bad exchange rates can leave a big hole in your pocket.

Using a currency specialist like HiFX can cut these costs dramatically. Here is how. read more...

Channel 4's Four Rooms is Back - Can You Help?

7th November 2011

Calling British expats all over the world! Do you own something extraordinary that you want to sell?

Channel 4's hit series is coming back and they are looking for interesting items to feature. read more...

Gift Ideas For Christmas

31st October 2011

As well as treating yourself or others to some favourite British food and drink this Christmas, we have some further suggestions too.

Why not send friends and family a gift from our carefully selected British Gifts range? Or perhaps a BCS gift voucher would do the trick! read more...

Last Order Dates for Christmas

18th October 2011

Our last order dates for guaranteed delivery before Christmas are now available.

So now you know how long you have to get organised! read more...

Our Christmas 2011 Range is Now Available

6th October 2011

It's that time of year again already! Our Christmas range is now available for you to order.

Start planning your celebrations! What can't you live without at Christmas? read more...

Recommend Your Friends and Save Money!

19th September 2011

Do you enjoy shopping at British Corner Shop? Do you think your friends would too?

Recommend your friends to us and we could reward you with a discount of up to 15%! read more...

Introducing our Home Improvements Range

1st September 2011

Do you find it hard to get hold of your favourite paint or your preferred type of fixing for a certain job at home?

Well, you can now buy paint, brushes, rollers, screws, fixings and even tools at British Corner Shop for delivery all over the world. read more...

Delicious New Bakery Range at British Corner Shop

22nd August 2011

We now have a fantastic new Bakery section.

Here you will find lots of tasty products to choose from including bread, rolls, crumpets and tea cakes. read more...

20% Off Delivery - Now Available Until 16th August!

27th July 2011

We are delighted to offer our customers 20% off all shipping costs for a limited time only. This has now been extended until 16th August.

What are you waiting for? Place your order now and save money! read more...

Be Rewarded for Shopping with British Corner Shop!

8th July 2011

British Corner Shop offers a fantastic Reward Point scheme so don't forget to register to make sure that you receive your valuable points.

How will you spend yours? read more...

Brand New British Corner Shop Email Newsletter!

30th June 2011

We are very excited about the new format of our email newsletter.

It has been redesigned to bring you even more news and articles as well as details of our current offers. Sign up to receive your copy and make sure you don't miss out! read more...

HCR Named Relocation Service Provider of the Year

20th June 2011

HCR has been named Relocation Service Provider of the Year at the 2011 Re:locate Awards.

All the top players from the relocation and HR world were present for the prestigious Re:locate Awards ceremony hosted at the Institute of Directors in London. read more...

Working Abroad - Dream or Nightmare?

27th May 2011

Some useful and practical advice for anyone considering working outside of the UK from the team at Jobvacancies.org

What is the best approach to take? read more...

We Welcome Your Product Suggestions

11th May 2011

We now have a range of over 8,000 products including all the major British brands for delivery all over the world straight to your door.

However, if you can't find what you are after, please let us know! read more...

Delivery Tips for Our New Fresh Range to France

20th April 2011

Get the most out of our new fresh range for delivery to France by planning ahead.

Placing larger orders will ensure you get the best delivery value and products can be frozen at home. read more...

MumAbroad Family Guides for Spain and France

12th April 2011

MumAbroad Spain and MumAbroad France are invaluable resources for expat families living in, relocating to or holidaying in Spain and France.

They are the only English language websites whose content has been solely recommended by resident Mums and Dads. read more...

New Solution for Expats with Elderly Parents in UK

7th April 2011

Age Content is proud to announce the launch of its latest solution specifically designed for expats who have elderly parents in the UK.

The solution provides a holistic service for the carer living abroad, whilst providing hands-on local and practical support for elderly relatives in the UK. read more...

World of Bears - Delivering Teddy Bears Worldwide

4th April 2011

World of Bears.com is an online store devoted entirely to - yes, you've guessed it - teddy bears!

Like British Corner Shop, World of Bears delivers worldwide, dispatching its much sought-after, high quality teddy bears to all corners of the globe. read more...

British Expats Live for Cricket

28th March 2011

Of course, many British Expats all around the world love their cricket as well as their British food!

WeLiveCricket.com is a new community dedicated to cricket lovers with the aim of providing a platform for fans to share their views. read more...

Brand New Fresh Foods Range for France

24th March 2011

We are very pleased to announce the launch of a great range of premium quality fresh products for delivery to our customers in France.

There are currently over 50 products available including meat, cheese, cream and bread. read more...

Monmouth Chef Wins Culinary Competition

21st March 2011

Hannah Freeman from Monmouth has been named as the winner of our recent national competition to find a promising chef.

Hannah, who has been cooking for more than 15 years, will be working with us to create exciting recipes and cooking tips for our website. read more...

Send your Mum some home comforts this Mother's Day

16th March 2011

Children whose mums are living or working overseas will be able to send them some extra special treats in time for Mother's Day next month.

We specialise in sending branded food products to expats living overseas and can send food parcels of British products to mums all over the world. read more...

Poms in Paradise - British Expats Down Under

10th March 2011

For many disillusioned Brits, migrating down under represents the perfect escape from their humdrum lives in the UK.

Australia is unrivalled as the number one destination for British Expats, with over a million Brits now living there. read more...

Three Stores Named Nation's Best Corner Shops

24th February 2011

Three convenience stores have been named jointly as Britain's Best Corner Shops in our recent national competition.

The competition searched for shops nationwide that are the epitome of the best of British. read more...

Chance for charities to get a late delivery from Santa

14th February 2011

Charities from all over Bristol that would like to benefit from a trolley load of Christmas chocolate are being invited to get in touch this month (February, 2011).

British Corner Shop has hundreds of pounds of Christmas chocolate that it would like to give to worthy causes to help with their 2011 fundraising. read more...

Now 20% Off Delivery Until 2nd February!

12th January 2011

Take advantage of our incredible 20% Off Shipping offer, for even more competitive delivery prices than usual.

We've discounted all our delivery charges by 20% until the 2nd February 2011, and this applies to all Countries. read more...

January Sales and Weight Watchers Range

5th January 2011

Happy New Year! To start the new year off we've got some fantastic sales including basics such as Branston Pickle and Heinz Baked Beans.

To help get back into shape after indulging over Christmas, try our fantastic Weight Watchers range. read more...

British Corner Shop seeks today's 'John Bull'

9th December 2010

We are launching a nationwide search this month (December, 2010) to find today's 'John Bull'.

We want to find someone who was actually born 'John Bull' to help spearhead a proposed marketing campaign we're planning for summer 2011. read more...

Last Order Dates for Delivery by Christmas 2010

17th November 2010

Make sure you order in plenty of time for Christmas to avoid disappointment. We have a great Christmas selection and it is our busiest time of year.

See our guide to the last order by dates for delivery in time for Christmas 2010. Recommended last order dates are listed by Country. read more...

Search for 'Rising Star' of the Culinary World

1st November 2010

This month (November, 2010) we are launching a search to find a promising new chef to help with recipes and cooking tips for our website.

We want to find the UK's next budding Jamie Oliver or Nigella and to help foster their career through exposure to millions of customers worldwide. read more...

British Corner Shop backs The Royal British Legion

27th October 2010

Brits who are living and working overseas will be able to support The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal this Armistice Day (November 11, 2010).

Visitors to the website will be able to donate to the charity online from this Thursday (October 28) until Sunday, November 14 read more...

Full Christmas Range Now Available

6th October 2010

Our full Christmas range is now available, and is the first category you reach on entering the shop this year, for ease of access.

Packed with British Christmas goodies including Advent Calenders, Christmas Crackers, Christmas Puddings, Chocolate tins and Mince Pies. read more...

British Corner Shop to back Commonwealth Divers

5th October 2010

Three British divers who will be competing in the Commonwealth Games this month (October, 2010) are being sponsored by British Corner Shop.

The divers will receive food items from British Corner Shop while they are competing in the diving events in Delhi. read more...

Hellmanns Honey & Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette

22nd September 2010

Hellman's mouth-watering Honey and Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressings are now on sale, only £1.29.

Also on sale this week are Colmans Sachet sauces, including Beef Stroganoff, and Farmhouse Dumpling, Yorkshire Pudding and Chip Shop batter mixes. read more...

Furniss Cornish Shortbread & Biscuits

9th September 2010

The Furniss of Cornwall range of traditional Cornish shortbread and biscuits are now available at British Corner Shop.

The range includes Cornish Clotted Cream Shortbread, Gingerbread and Spiced Biscuits. Priced at £2.49 per pack across the range. read more...

Cadbury Dairy Milk Wholenut Buy 1 Get 1 Free

9th September 2010

Cadbury Dairy Milk Wholenut bars are now Buy One Get One Free! This applies to the larger 230g bar at £3.39.

Also save 50p on Johnsons Baby Powder, and Smash Instant Mash Potato is on a Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer. read more...

Darvilles of Windsor Teas

3rd September 2010

The delicious range of Darvilles of Windsor Teas have now been added to the shop.

The range includes traditional English breakfast teas, Royalty Assam, Earl Grey, Darjeeling and Fruit and Herb Infusions. read more...

Follow British Corner Shop on Twitter and Facebook

31st August 2010

Become a friend of British Corner Shop on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.

Now you can keep up to date with all the latest offers, sales and great deals at British Corner Shop via Twitter or Facebook. read more...

Grants Highland Lamb Casserole & Other Sale Offers

26th August 2010

Save 50p on a tin of tasty Grants Highland Lamb Casserole, now only £1.99.

Also on sale are Cadbury Bournville Old Jamaica chocolate bars, and Batchelors Bigga Marrowfat Processed Peas. read more...

New BCS Website Launched

10th August 2010

It has been several years since the BCS website had its last major upgrade. This time as well as an all new look, we have built in dozens of helpful new features to improve the shopping experience.

Technical Lead Peter Howarth explains some of the fantastic benefits of the new look website. read more...

Competition: The UK's Best Corner Shop

6th July 2010

The search is on to find the UK's best corner shop. We are keen to celebrate the uniqueness of independent British corner shops that serve their local communities and want to find shops nationwide that we think are the epitome of the best of British.

The closing date for entries is 5pm on November 13, 2010. read more...