As tummies are full and pockets are a little exhausted following the festive fun, retailers will be looking to re-stock on the essentials our communities need, and eBay and Amazon sellers will be seeking fresh opportunities to get the first three months of the new year off to a flier!

Although high streets across the UK will be catching their breath following the frantic festive rush, Q1 is evidentially not a slow season, but a season of ‘correction, resolution and preparation’, as businesses and consumers alike begin to prepare for 2026.

January often starts with a typical and expected post-Christmas lull, but data from 2024 and 2025 points to positivity for online sellers and retailers. According to research from the British Retail Consortium, UK total retail sales increased by 2.6% year-on-year in January 2025, which bettered the already growth of 1.2% in January 2024, indicating retail resilience as Q1 kicks off.

Research shows that Health & Beauty was amongst the strongest categories in January 2025, as Brits look to shake off their festive hangovers.

Winter

The Christmas fun may have gone for many, but the dreaded Winter struggle goes on, with Brits facing a variety of challenges, particularly in the early stages of Q1. In the UK, typically, the coldest weather strikes in January and February.

Sellers can often fall into the mistake of prioritising Winter accessories in November and December, whilst missing the panic-buy peak of Q1 when the really challenging frost, snow and Winter chill arrives. But don’t be worried, Pound Wholesale has got you covered!

From car care and maintenance to heating supplies, hats, gloves and hot water bottles, Pound Wholesale will be supplying the Winter essentials British consumers need to keep warm and safe, whilst providing the margin retailers and online sellers need to exceed expectations in Q1.

Pound Wholesale's Q1 2026 Winter Tips

Health, Beauty & Fitness

New year, new me! Sticking to it may be problematic, but we’re not here to judge – just to facilitate!

The famous January fitness rush isn’t a myth – it’s a reality, as Brits look to source fitness, lifestyle and health accessories to blow away their Q4 Christmas cobwebs and get back on track.

As the research from the British Retail Consortium indicated, health and beauty is a huge point of focus from January. Pound Wholesale provide a huge range of wholesale health and beauty supplies, in addition to an inspiring selection of sports, gym and fitness supplies to get out and active in the brisk Winter Q1 chill.

With the harsh winter on the way and skin barriers under threat, consumers of shift their impetus from make-up to personal care, skin care and lip care.

The dark evenings will still be very much present during Q1, and recent TikTok trends including ‘Sleepmaxxing’ point to an urge to rest and recharge during the cold, long and sleepy nights.

Pound Wholesale's Q1 2026 Health, Beauty & Fitness Tips

Organising & Storage

January is the biggest month for decluttering, and with a mountain of Christmas gifts, such as toys, clothing, books and spice racks, as well as all the Christmas decorations and partyware to store away.

From a range of storage containers and storage solutions to wardrobe supplies, office storage and kitchen and party organisation, Pound Wholesale have everything the humble British household needs to get organised as we head for 2026!

Pound Wholesale's Q1 2026 Organising & Storage Tips

The Spring Clean

By late February, the consumer focus in the UK will shift from organising to scrubbing.

With cleanfluencers now part-and-parcel of cleaning culture and its marketing, the UK will be readying for the excitement of Spring and Summer. From cloths, sponges and scourers to mops, brooms, brushes and cleaning wipes and sprays, Pound Wholesale offer the UK’s largest range of wholesale cleaning supplies, with everything needed for domestic and commercial cleaning operations.

Pound Wholesale's Q1 2026 Spring Clean Tips

Garden

The most successful retailers and sellers of garden supplies don’t start in May, their work will be carried out in the months prior, ensuring they’re ready for consumers when Summer finally arrives.

Pound Wholesale is your early bird for March, providing the UK’s best wholesale garden and outdoor range.

Pound Wholesale's Q1 2026 Garden Tips