SHOPPERS are getting ready to bag a bargain as Bolton prepares for Black Friday.

The shopping craze, which originated from the United States, gives people the chance to buy discounted Christmas presents.

It is always the Friday following Thanksgiving Day and unofficially kicks off the Christmas shopping season — and in recent years it has boomed in the UK.

From games consoles to gadgets, to jewellery and perfume, the day-long sale will see thousands of shoppers flocking into Bolton town centre to pick up Christmas bargains.

For those who have a spare £3,500 lying around the house, they can (literally) drive away from any of the Bolton Asda stores with a quad bike which will have almost 50 per cent off its retail price.

Alex Derbyshire, who runs The Cutting Room hairdressers at Xercise4less gym, said Black Friday was a great idea — and a great chance for shoppers to grab a bargain.

She said: "A quad bike is a bit over the top, but if you're going for a games console then Asda is your place. I'm planning to go to the big Bolton store at 7am to get my other half an Xbox if the price is right.

"Their website says to expect really good deals — but it's only limited stock and everyone wants one so I'll be there early.

"Customers are only allowed two things at a time though so it will be a race against time."

For those whose budget does not stretch that far, Crompton Place and The Market Place shopping centres will also have a number of special discount offers.

Fashion retailer Blue Inc will begin a half price sale on all men's coats and knitwear, and men's shirts will be two for £25. There will also be 20 per cent off ladies knitwear on certain lines and both men and ladies' fragrance sets have been reduced from £15 to £10.

The Fragrance Shop will also have a 15 per cent sale, the Perfume Shop has a number of discounts including DKNY Women for £24.99 and Carters jewellery in the Market Place will be slashing prices to 50 per cent.

Other offers include:

H&M: Spend £25 and get 10 % off, spend £50 and get 15 % off, spend £75 and get 20% off

Debenhams:

•  VAT FREE prices on ALL fragrance and fragrance gift sets (terms and conditions apply)
•  10% off ALL skincare & make up
•  Friday 28 November only 
•  In store, online, mobile & kiosks 

River Island: 20% off vouchers for any customer who purchases womens or kids items, these can be redeemed until 7th of December but will only be given out until 28th of Nov.

Zara: 20% Off selected lines of knitwear, outwear and t-shirts on all departments men's ladies and kids