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URGENT! Anyone near Bromley able to spread Christmas cheer and help me get this gift for my ten year old?

154 replies

WhatAboutDessert · 20/12/2021 15:51

My ten year old has been very difficult about Christmas and has said several times there is nothing she wants for Christmas. She has spent a lot of time looking for ideas but found nothing.

She has just bounced in super excited and said she can't wait for Christmas as she won't feel so cold if she gets the hot water bottle she has asked for...

About a month ago she mentioned she quite liked this hot water bottle in M&S www.marksandspencer.com/harry-potter-hedwig-hot-water-bottle/p/clp60516055 I asked at the time is that something you'd like for Christmas and she was non-committal. I've realised now that's because she wanted an element of surprise.

I've fessed up and told her I didn't get it for her and as she didn't do a list for Santa he won't have got it either (pretty sure she doesn't believe but plays along for her younger sibling). I can see the disappointment all over her face and she has quietly gone off to watch a Harry Potter film.

It's out of stock everywhere, but Bromley (and I've been through tons and tons of stores). Is there anyone local who would buy it and send it to me Royal Mail Special Delivery? I will of course cover all costs by BACS transfer or PayPal (friends and family).

I'm desperate to get it for her. Typically she hasn't made it easy!

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WhatAboutDessert · 20/12/2021 21:43

Thanks everyone and the power of Mumsnet and willingness to help has really moved me! Crossing fingers the poster who messaged me will have one in hand tomorrow but will update here either way!

Hoping to see a big smile on my DD’s face come Christmas Day!

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Flyinggeese1234 · 20/12/2021 21:46

Good luck OP and I second trying the tweet to M & S.

Frizzyfrizz · 20/12/2021 21:48

I can get to Bromley if need be. I'll keep an eye out.

Longdistance · 20/12/2021 22:16

That’s a lovely hot water bottle, I hope someone can get hold of one for you.

NinaDefoe · 20/12/2021 22:28

I hope you have luck OP

SunshineCake1 · 20/12/2021 22:40

Oh I really hope you get one.

There are 10 near me if you don't get one. Is it the red one?

Martyitsyourkids · 20/12/2021 23:00

Sorry I can't help. What a lovely thread 🤞🤞 you get one for her

ImJustAsking · 20/12/2021 23:03

Can’t help but a genuinely lovely thread and everything crossed for you and it will be even more magical for her if you do manage to get it

Dasher789 · 20/12/2021 23:13

Lovely! Good luck op

elsx · 20/12/2021 23:18

Hey! I’m going to Welwyn Garden City tomorrow - they have 1 in stock. Let me know if you’re struggling.
Best be quick, royal mail parcels aren’t guaranteed after the 22nd. Elle x

WhatAboutDessert · 20/12/2021 23:25

@SunshineCake1

Oh I really hope you get one.

There are 10 near me if you don't get one. Is it the red one?

Definitely not the red one! It is the white Hedwig owl one!

This is indeed a lovely thread that’s shown me how lovely people can be!

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Deepfriedbrie · 20/12/2021 23:26

If you manage to get the water bottle and M&S don’t use this whole idea for next year’s emotional Christmas advert, they are fools! Good luck on your quest!

DragonMamma · 20/12/2021 23:31

If you don’t have any luck OP then my DS has an almost identical Hedwig one from Primark that he never uses. You’d be welcome to have it.

sayhellotothelittlefella · 20/12/2021 23:38

Looks like 2 in stock near me ( in Hampshire) only takes me 10 minutes to get there. DM me if I can help.

Bear65 · 20/12/2021 23:47

Likewise OP I can get into Marble Arch tomorrow morning anf pick one up for you. DM me if you need me to go!

ChangeNameagain2 · 20/12/2021 23:54

I'm in Ireland so no help, but I also have a harry potter obsessed autistic daughter so I know how stressed you must be. We had similar 2yrs ago with a specific lol doll. My husband went to Holland to get it!! Totally invested in this. People are lovely

Wheredidthequietgo · 21/12/2021 01:23

If you make a good offer and ask for next day delivery I'm sure you'd get it in time

WhatAboutDessert · 21/12/2021 11:06

Well this whole thread has really helped my festive spirit and made me realise that on the whole people are so lovely!

A huge thanks to the poster who has helped via DM and thanks to her, Hedwig is now winging his way to me, to be wrapped and opened Christmas Day. I know my daughter will be so happy, especially as she thinks she is definitely not getting him at this point.

I'm so grateful for the help, and also to everyone who has taken the time to offer and post on this thread. Thank you all!

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IHateCoronavirus · 21/12/2021 11:08

Star ah brilliant news, well done ops DD’s secret mumsnet Santa Xmas Smile

Doidontimmm · 21/12/2021 11:09

This is Christmas spirit in abundance, how lovely, it’s so nice to read :)

OnTheHillNotOverIt · 21/12/2021 11:17

Wine Gin Brew Star for the secret 🤶

hiredandsqueak · 21/12/2021 11:21

Aww lovely well done to the MN secret Santa

SE13Mummy · 21/12/2021 11:27

That's brilliant news! I'm so glad Hedwig will be with you soon.

TheQuernsSperch · 21/12/2021 11:31

Fabulous thread! Xmas Grin