FOR many people, Christmas Day is the most highly anticipated day of the year – with millions of people waking up at the crack of dawn to celebrate.

But for others, it's Boxing Day that takes centre stage during the festive season. 

Bagging a bargain is something many love to do on Boxing Day, so here's what we know so far about the deals available in Westquay today.

What time does Westquay open?

Today, the shopping centre is open from 11am to 5pm.

If you do decide to head to the shops, be aware that a small number of brands within the centre are NOT opening their doors to the public.

These include:

  • John Lewis & Partners
  • Marks & Spencer
  • Next
  • White Company
  • Fatface
  • Vision Express
  • Ed's Diner
  • Carluccio's
  • Montezuma's
  • Metro Bank
  • Oliver Bonas

What deals are on offer?

Here are the deals we know of so far, but the Westquay website is set to be updated today with further deals.

  • Up to 50% off at Ann Summers
  • Up to 30% off at Boux Avenue
  • Up to 40% off Everything at Calendar Club                                                                             
  • Up to 50% off at Dune
  • Up to 60% off your favourite items at H Samuel between December 25 and January 25
  • Shop the sale at Hugo BOSS With a range of offers and discounts in store
  • Up to 50% off at Jack Wills
  • Shop the sale at John Lewis & Partners - With a range of offers and discounts in store from December 27.
  • Up to 50% off at New Look
  • Up to 70% off at The Fragrance Shop
  • Up to 50% off at SD Home of Menswear
  • Up to 75% off at Schuh
  • Up to 50% off at The White Company
  • Winter Sale at Pandora - With a range of offers and discounts in store.
  • Enjoy sale up to 50% off at Tommy Hilfiger
  • Up to 50% off at The Body Shop
  • Shop the sale at Zara

​Despite the various number of deals on offer across the country, retail sales are expected to slump on Boxing Day.

Research from VoucherCodes revealed that sales figures on one of the biggest shopping days of the year will total almost £4bn, down 10 per cent on 2019’s figures (£4.4bn) and down one per cent from 2020 (£3.97bn).