Q3 is a very transitional period for UK businesses, as the Summer peaks and begins to fade, consumers across the country are getting ready for the school holidays and new academic year, festivities and the eventual return to cooler conditions.

As the UK enjoys some pleasant, Sunny spells and some not so pleasant heatwaves, businesses will be looking to evolve their offerings to retail customers to satisfy consumer needs. With Christmas, Halloween and other special occasions on the horizon, retailers will also be looking for bargain deals to begin filling their departments with regular decorations, supplies and giftware to gear up for fun family festivities for kids.

Recent reports from the ONS indicated another unexpected slump to the UK economy in May, as gross domestic product contracted 0.1%. Trump’s sweeping tariffs have negatively affected the UK economy, even after some of the most damages changes were paused, as US exports remained relatively low.

However, according to the Pantheon’s chief UK economist, Rob Wood, there are signs that ‘GDP growth can rebound in June’.

According to statistics, seasonal events contributes significantly to sales in July, August and September, including Summer though Autumn and Winter occasions.

Back To School

As kids prepare for their Summer holidays, with most children finishing their studies over the next couple of weeks, parents and guardians will be looking to replenish their learning essentials in preparation for the resumption of studies in September! To help little learners excel academically, Pound Wholesale’s extensive back to school range offers discounts for parents, teachers, schools and learning centres alike for all educational subjects.

From pens, pencils, rulers and markers to notebooks, notepads, calculators, folders and stationery sets, Pound Wholesale provide a high-quality range of stationery essentials to help little academics get off to a flying start in the new school year.

Back To School - 2025 Q3 Tips from Pound Wholesale

 

Handwriting Pens Black & Blue 4-pack

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A* Stationery Set 14pc

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A* Stationery Set 14pc

Brand: A* Stationery

Summer Holidays

Now something kids will be a little more excited about!

A children and families embark on Summer holidays abroad, glorious UK staycations and outdoor adventures, Pound Wholesale has added to its already stellar range to make sure kids maximise their fun!

From Summer toys and outdoor toys to beach and pool toys, camping supplies, BBQ & picnic supplies to travel and holiday essentials, Pound Wholesale’s huge Summer range includes over 450 products for kids to let off some steam in the glorious sunshine.

Summer - 2025 Q3 Tips from Pound Wholesale

Christmas

Yes, it is July, but for wholesalers and retailers, your Christmas preparations should start now! Providing by far the biggest sales opportunity of the year for many, Pound Wholesale are encouraging retail departments to unveil their Christmas ranges early this year, ensuring families and businesses are fully equipped for the festive season in 2025.

Pound Wholesale’s Christmas collection is a comprehensive selection of festive supplies, and although we’re planning to inject more Christmas essentials soon, there are an array of product lines businesses can get started with!

Christmas - 2025 Q3 Tips from Pound Wholesale

Halloween

Along with Christmas, Halloween is also one of the year’s most popular seasonal occasions, and although October 31st is a couple of months away, Pound Wholesale still offer various spooky deals!

It’s never too early to think about Halloween, and retailers across the country will be investing in decorations, costumes and party supplies for frightening trick-or-treating and Halloween parties!

Halloween - 2025 Q3 Tips from Pound Wholesale

Gardening Autumnal

Gardening season is currently in full swing, as Brits across the country are super-active maintaining their outdoor spaces, planting, growing and decorating. As the peak-growing seasons begin to wind down, there’s lots to be done!

From Autumnal planting to Winter protection, garden tidying and outdoor lighting, it’s important for outdoor departments stock the gardening essentials needed to get ready for the colder and darker weather.

Gardening - 2025 Q3 Tips from Pound Wholesale

 

Marksman 12" Garden Rake With Handle

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Rowan Multi-season Weed Control Fabric 1 X 1.5m

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Marksman Heavy Duty Garden Sack 300l

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