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Zahna Eklund

'I tried Lakeland's heated throw that costs pennies to run - it felt luxuriously toasty'

With winter seemingly dragging on forever, many of us are still snuggling up in our Oodies or switching on our heated blankets to keep us warm in bed.

And if you're looking for something to keep you warm throughout February in between blasts of having the heating on, then we may just have found the product for you - a heated throw from Lakeland that they claim can cost just a few pence per night to run.

Manchester Evening News reporter Rachel Pugh tried out the throw and claimed it left her "warm and toasty in seconds", and was more efficient than a heater or an electric blanket.

The throw warms up 'in seconds' (Lakeland)

According to Rachel, Lakeland's throws usually cost £89.99, but it's currently on sale for £71.99, and while that's still a sizeable investment, the writer said she "highly recommends" trying one out if your budget allows.

The product, officially titled the Lakeland Sherpa Electric Heated Throw, costs "a matter of pence to run", but the exact amount of energy used will depend on your supply and, of course, how long you use it for.

The throw also comes with nine different heat settings and a timer that allows you to switch the product off in the middle of the night so you don't overheat if you use it while you sleep.

Rachel said in her review: "I was particularly thankful for the timer, as it means I can put the blanket on for bed safe in the knowledge that it'll turn itself off while I'm sleeping. It also means you won't overheat in your sleep and wake up a sweaty ball of fire.

"My favourite thing about the Lakeland Sherpa Electric Heated Throw is that it got me way warmer than my central heating ever could have. It trumps electric blankets because you can wrap it around yourself without feeling a load of wiring, plus the fleece lining keeps you extra warm - it's luxurious."

The heated throw also comes with many glowing reviews on the Lakeland website with people praising it as "utter luxury".

One person wrote: "Utter luxury and perfect warmth. So pleased with this heated throw that was a fabulous Christmas present."

While another said: "With rising energy costs it keeps you warm when watching TV in a cold room. Good quality, well made, feels luxurious. So pleased I have one."

If heated throws aren't your thing, Mirror writer Zahna Eklund previously pitted an Oodie against a £16 dupe from Primark, and found that both snuggly hoodies would keep you warm in a chilly home - with one costing just a fraction of the price.

And we even tried a heated mat, which reporter Nia Dalton said could replace her hot water bottle this winter.

Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at yourmirror@trinitymirror.com.

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