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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Evaluating 1,258 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the printed magazines are packed with wonderful stories, interesting historical articles, and lovely recipes that make reading a daily joy. Consumers truly appreciate the convenient home delivery service, which brings their favorite reading materials directly to the front door every single week without any trouble. Some reviewers were not happy with persistent postal delays, mentioning that issues occasionally arrive late or get bundled together in awkward batches. A few people also noted frustrating instances where copies were missing entirely or completely failed to show up when expected by subscribers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm now 65. As a kid I was always into comics, especially Sci fi and WW2. My Dad was a WW2 veteran,and when Victor was released it resonated with me. As a result I started to buy and read the Commando... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I set up subscriptions on behalf of my mother for People's Friend magazine and specials. She absolutely loves receiving her magazines. Mum is house bound and can't pop to the newsagents to buy her fav... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been reading the People's Friends and the quarterly Specials magazine for about 30 years. I enjoy the mix of two weekly serials and complete stories along with the regular Farmer and his... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great magazine, good stories,interesting articles, letters page, cookery pages, Great value for money Fair subscription price for regular weekly delivery. Have been reading it for more years than I... See more

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The DC Thomson Shop offers subscriptions to some of the UK’s most cherished magazines, including The People’s Friend, My Weekly, Beano, The Scots Magazine, Commando and bunkered. We also stock the latest DC Thomson annuals and bookazines, including firm favourites Oor Wullie, The Broons and The People’s Friend.

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Delivering great reading
Our magazine subscriptions deliver for all the family. Trust us for short stories, comics, puzzles and more.
Home of The People's Friend
This cherished weekly magazine includes 11 new short stories in every issue.
A history you can trust
The Scots Magazine, first published in 1705, is thought to be the oldest magazine still in publication.

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have a subscription

I have a subscription, which always arrives on time. It is suitably packaged and has never been damaged in the post (touch wood). The packaging is eco-friendly and easy to dispose of.

5 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bringing friends together

I bought the subscription for my good friend on her 90th birthday, she is now reaching the 96 mark and the contents of the People’s Friend is ALWAYS a topic for discussion when we meet. It also bring her great joy and happiness.
I have submitted a letter to hopefully surprise her one of these weeks…. I do so hope it get published.

5 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m the 2nd reader of the Scot!s…

I’m the 2nd reader of the Scot!s magazine and get quite upset if there’s something of interest for the owners of magazine and they don’t pass it on , my people friend kid well read by me my friend she then reads it to a friend then the magazine is passed on I read the my weekly but it’s changed so much not the same reading in it

21 March 2026
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It’s fantastic to hear such positive feedback, thanks for sharing your experience with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It’s really informative

It’s really informative to have a daily email bulletin on all aspects of golf. Also I enjoy reading the magazine, especially for the review of equipment like the recent driver tests.

26 March 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We’re so glad you’re enjoying the magazines. Thanks for your continued support.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Grateful reader

I am really happy that I can get weekly magazine and the special delivered as I am not always able to get out to pick them up

4 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Have purchased My Weekly for over 40…

Have purchased My Weekly for over 40 years and although format has changed over the years still good value for money. Interesting articles, fiction and quizzes

4 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you, Glenys. We're glad to hear that you're enjoying reading! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Magazine delivery is one of the best

Magazine delivery is one of the best, especially as it's not always possible to get to the shop to buy it.

28 March 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Class.

A very reliable and efficient delivery service.

4 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Magazine arrives on time and I always enjoy it

4 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Very unhappy that this month issue

Very unhappy that this month issue, due out today April 4th has not yet arrived
Probably due to easter holidays, but that should have been allowed for.
Normally very good as things usually arrive before due

Now 8th April, pocket novels arrived yesterday but people's friend special still hasn't arrived
Very unhappy

This magazine finally arrived but as I was away for a couple of days I don't know exactly when, but it was almost, if not exactly a week after the publication date.
I remain dissatisfied and hope it won't happen again

4 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Hello Mrs Finlay, Thank you for your review. The April edition of People's Friend Special is due due to arrive with you on the 8th April. This was dispatched on the 31st March to hopefully avoid the Easter holidays. This should hopefully arrive for you in the next few days.

14/04/26: Thank you for keeping us updated, Mr. and Mrs. Finlay. We're glad to hear that all of your magazines have now arrived with you, but we're really sorry for the delay! We do of course hope that this is just an one-off, but if you do have any further postal concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at shop@dcthomson.co.uk. Happy reading!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have purchased the people's friend…

I have purchased the people's friend specials, every month for over 10 years,
I enjoy the mix of fiction, fact and cookery often keeping recipes to use again.
It's inspirational, keeps up with the times and modern thinking especially on environmental issues.

31 March 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Regular delivery

I find it an easy way to get the Scots magazine each month without searching in a shop. I have subscribed to the magazine this way for years and never had a problem. I look forward to reading the contents covering all of Scotland from history to now

3 April 2026
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service!

My magazines are always punctual and in excellent condition. Having them arrive by post saves me time and having to work out if I'll be lucky enough to find any left in the shops....especially when reading a serial!!!

4 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

I have used D C Thomson for over five years now, have only had one query, which was quickly resolved, and everything in respect of my two magazine subscriptions has gone extremely smoothly which is really super. Excellent service.

4 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

It’s fantastic to hear such positive feedback, thanks for sharing your experience with us.

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