Black Friday 2015 UK has STARTED (three weeks early)



Amazon UK has kickstarted its Black Friday deals three weeks before the event



AMAZON has kickstarted Black Friday with a slew of deals across all of its departments, some three weeks early.

 

Amazon has launched its countdown to the annual pre-Christmas bun-fight, Black Friday.

The sales event, which originated in the United States, always takes place on the Friday following Thanksgiving Day, held on the fourth of November.

Black Friday sees retailers slash prices for one day.

Britons were filmed brawling in the aisles in supermarkets and being dragged across the floor over discounted HD TVs.

 

Amazon does not appear to be waiting around – and has kickstarted its first slew of Black Friday deals three weeks before the main event.

The US online retailer has released a series of time-limited deals, which countdown throughout the day.

Items go on sale for a limited time and in a limited number. It's similar to Prime Day or Amazon's Cyber Monday sales events.

Bluetooth keyboards, watches, electric guitars, computer monitors, baby monitors and perfumes have all appeared in the first batch of discounted items.

 



Customers tumble on the floor over a discounted LED television



Amazon has previously stated Prime Subscribers will get early access to more than 30,000 Lightning Deals before the general public.

Amazon Prime which costs £79 per year includes free next day delivery, access to the Kindle lending library, video on-demand through the Prime Instant Video library and more.

"Black Friday Deals Week 2015 is a great time of year to find gifts for everyone on your list at more affordable prices than ever," the Seattle firm posts on its website.

"Last year we saw some amazing discounts including deals on Xbox, Nespresso, GoPro cameras, big screen TVs and DVD box sets, and Black Friday 2015 will be no different.

 

An ASDA staff member tries to control the crowds inside the supermarket on Black Friday

"Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift for a loved or want to treat yourself to an early Christmas present, Black Friday 2015 will have great deals from new TVs, tablets and mobile devices to toys, pet supplies and books.

"Each day we will feature new sales and promotions on top-brands that will be sure to take your fancy. 

"Find the best Black Friday deals for the fashionista in your life including deals on jewellery, shoes, clothing, handbags and more."

Amazon has been running Black Friday deals in the UK since 2010.