In a feat of festive frugality that has left fellow shoppers stunned, one man managed to secure his entire Christmas food shop for a mere 16 pence. Mathew Roberts executed the astonishing bargain at his local Tesco, slashing over £238 from his total bill.
The Receipt That Sparked Amazement
Mathew shared his triumph on the Dull Men's Club Facebook page on the 22nd of December 2025, posting a photo of his Tesco till receipt. The document revealed the sheer scale of his saving: a final price of 16p after a staggering £238.12 was deducted. "Sat at home, feeling very accomplished after completing the Christmas shopping at 6.30am this morning," he wrote, adding he would be avoiding the supermarket chaos while watching the darts.
When asked by Thomas Alexander Yates how he achieved such an incredible feat, Mathew unveiled his simple yet effective strategy. The secret lay in diligently saving his Tesco Clubcard vouchers throughout the year.
How the Tesco Clubcard System Powers Big Savings
Tesco's loyalty programme awards one point for every pound spent in-store, with each point equating to 1p in voucher value. These vouchers can then be redeemed against future shops. Furthermore, the supermarket's Clubcard Prices initiative offers cardholders exclusive reductions on a wide range of products, which contributed to the massive saving displayed on Mathew's receipt.
Shoppers can also accumulate bonus points through targeted promotions and by using linked services like Tesco Mobile or Tesco Bank. This ecosystem allows dedicated customers to build a significant points reserve, perfect for a festive splurge.
Reactions and Rival Savings from Savvy Shoppers
The online reaction to Mathew's post was a mixture of awe and shared experience. Other bargain hunters quickly chimed in with their own remarkable tales. Abi Fawcett reported a shop costing just six pence, while Donna Roper said her Christmas haul came to 50p.
Former Sainsbury's employee Hatty Battle-Ronaldson noted this is a common year-end tactic, recalling one customer who saved over £500 on their Christmas shop using accumulated points. However, some, like Amber Connors, expressed bafflement at the volume of points needed, questioning how much one must spend to amass over £200 in vouchers.
A key debate emerged in the comments regarding the most efficient use of Clubcard points. Several users pointed out that converting vouchers for use with Tesco's partner companies often yields better value, effectively doubling or tripling their worth.
Jo Powell commented, "Whilst I understand that this is a popular option it's not the most economical option." She detailed using £300 in vouchers to get £600 off a holiday, plus an extra £100 in promotional vouchers in return. Amy Warren agreed, noting vouchers are better used for days out or meals where a multiplier applies, though she conceded Mathew's method was "still an awesome way to use them."
This story highlights a powerful consumer truth: with strategic planning and a deep understanding of loyalty schemes, the festive financial burden can be dramatically lightened, leaving more pounds in your pocket for the New Year.
