SHOPPERS at Marks and Spencer have revealed how they bagged freebies at the store with hidden reward points.
In some cases they hadn't realised they had the free "cash" to spend at the posh supermarket.
It's not the first time shoppers have been surprised by secret rewards offered by stores.
Asda fans and reward members uncovered the delightful surprise of "free" vouchers when shopping online, as credit and discounts were automatically applied to their basket.
But it's now the turn of Marks and Sparks customers to reap the benefits as they spot unexpected vouchers entering their accounts.
It's the perfect time for it too, as many people fork out for gifts and goodies in time for Christmas from the posh grocer.
Savvy shoppers have shared their finds on Facebook forum, Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group.
One shopper shared how she claimed a Percy Pig novelty biscuit tin worth £5 for free from M&S.
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She revealed how an email sent to her M&S reward address contained a "free gift" that she could add to her account.
She urged others on the page: "Always check your sparks card for offers!"
Between them, the other shoppers made over 200 comments under the post, attempting to work out the pattern for how the prizes are allocated.
They all agreed that the freebies would pop up from time to time, and what was on offer could change every time.
We've asked M&S to confirm exactly how the rewards work, and we'll update this story once we know more.
You used to be able to earn points for every purchase made at the store, but M&S scrapped the system in favour of sending loyal customers money off their shop and the occasional free gift.
So with the "points" hidden away, it's become a bit harder for for shoppers to wrap their head around how to claim rewards.
In the meantime, the bargain hunters claim that prizes are randomised, but can be determined by how much you spend at the shop.
One said: "I had free piggy wrapping paper last time, and today I got free chocolate Colin Caterpillars."
Another said: "It depends on how many times you go to Sparks too. I got free mince pies."
But another was disappointed, adding: "Not everyone gets the same offers, I've not had anything good for ages."
A fourth said: "I always shop in there and always get disappointing gifts," so for some, the freebies didn't live up to the hype.
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