Although it’s a bit hard to tell with all the classic Manchester rain we’ve had over the past few weeks, it’s currently summer.
Luckily though, those torrential downpours will soon be a thing of the past as we’re set to welcome another heatwave with soaring temperatures at the end of this month, and budget supermarket Aldi is selling the perfect summer accessory for thrill seekers just in time for it.
The Action Air Double Water Slide Park lets you create your very own water park in your back garden, with two slides, water sprinklers and air blowers, that’s “sure to keep kids busy during those long summer days.”
According to the product description on the Aldi website, the slide is suitable for children between the ages of three and 10, and is “easy to set up and continuously inflates with the electric blower to create hours of endless fun for your little one and their friends.”
It also includes a repair kit for any unexpected leaks or punctures and it all neatly compacts away in the included carry bag.
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The slide will currently set you back £299.99.
The Action Air Double Water Slide Park lets you create your very own water park in your back garden / Credit: Aldi UK
While that price may be a little steep for some, according to some shoppers, the slide has been on offer at a discounted price before, so keep your eyes peeled.
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If you’re keen to bag one of these water slides for yourself, make sure you don’t spend too much time trawling through the classic ‘middle aisle’ at your local Aldi branch to find it, as it’s available exclusively online.
Those who’ve managed to already get their hands on it seem to be pretty impressed, too.
A post about the slide shared to the ever-popular Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK page on Facebook has not only amassed a whopping 6,000+ interactions and enthusiastic comments in less than 24 hours, but some shoppers are giving it rave reviews too.
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The slide “creates hours of endless fun for your little one and their friends.” / Credit: Aldi UK
“We’ve got this [and it’s] so worth every penny,” one shopper commented.
Another said: “The kids love it [and] it’s well worth the money,” and a comically third added: “And every kid in the neighbourhood is round… I’ve never been such a popular mum.”
Aldi is hiring an official chicken nugget taster to send FREE nuggets to
Emily Sergeant
Aldi is in the process of adding to its eclectic team of taste testers, and this time, chicken nuggets are in the hot seat.
The budget supermarket is no stranger to calling on members of the public to try out new products before they get released in store, whether it be recruiting someone to sample all of its different wines, crisps, beers, or even chocolate Easter eggs, but this is the first time Aldi will be hiring an official Chicken Nugget Taster.
One lucky shopper will get the chance to take on their ‘dream job’, receiving a variety of Aldi nuggets for free in exchange for feedback.
That’s right, nugget connoisseurs will receive a selection of Aldi’s best-selling nuggets to sample for free – including the popular Share the Love ‘Love Nuggets’ with Date Ketchup, which are set to return to stores once again from 10 February as part of the Valentine’s range.
Not only that, but the successful applicant will also receive a selection of the supermarket’s classics and well as different takes on the nugget to try out.
Aldi is hiring an official chicken nugget taster to send free nuggets to / Credit: Aldi Corporate
And what’s in it for Aldi? All the supermarket is asking in return is a set of reviews rating the nuggets on their taste, texture, and the crispiness of their coating, to help guide the Buying Team on what products to stock in the future.
“The nation’s love for chicken nuggets is undeniable and we’re seeing a huge appetite for new and exciting flavours,” explained Julie Ashfield, who is the Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK.
“Our shoppers are our most important critics, so launching the role of an official Nugget Taster is the perfect way to ensure our products deliver the quality, taste, and price they deserve.”
Fancy it then? To be in with a chance of landing this tasty job, all you need to do is send a video application stating your name, age, and social media handles, and then say why you love chicken nuggets so much and why you should become Aldi’s first-ever Nugget Taster.
Entries are now open, and you have until 11:59pm on 4 February to apply by emailing [email protected].
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Manchester City finally release special Year of the Horse collection for Lunar celebrations
Danny Jones
Manchester City have officially launched their new ‘Year of the Horse’ kit, along with several other items in their latest lifestyle range.
The collection, which has been released as part of the Lunar New Year Celebrations, was leaked online in late 2025 before being officially teased earlier this year, but now Man City have fully unveiled the limited edition clothing items.
It follows the commercial success of their previous Chinese New Year-inspired kits and wider fashion lines over the last few seasons.
For anyone not up to speed on their Zodiac calendar knowledge, 2026 is officially (you guessed it) the year of the horse, hence this choice for the new ‘Capsule Collection’.
“Set in earthy, neutral tones, the limited-edition Year of the Horse Capsule Collection captures both the stillness of vintage Chinese portraiture and the motion of a team in full stride.”
Revolving around a grey and almost beige colour palette, the full drop includes a new pre-match ‘Anthem’ jacket, a dark graphic design tee, a baseball cap, as well as a soft horse plushie.
The focal point, however, is obviously the jersey itself – though it remains to be confirmed whether or not the special seasonal strip will be worn in any games this campaign as other one-off/special limited edition shirts have been in the past.
The price points range from £15 for the soft toy to £90 for the adult shirt, with the aforementioned Puma KING Anthem zip-up jacket already available in six colours.
What do you make of the latest lifestyle collection, Blues?
Somewhat fittingly, the Year of the Horse and other items finally debuted on the same day that their local rivals across the other side of town, Manchester United, released some new threads of their own: the second Adidas x The Stone Roses collection.
As for this years Lunar celebrations, the official plans for here in Manchester city centre have now been revealed. You can find out more down below.
Emily Sergeant -
12th August 2021 
