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1,307
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Considering 1,258 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a truly great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the wonderful variety of interesting stories, engaging articles, lovely pictures, and very helpful crafting ideas found in every single edition. People truly love the great convenience of home delivery, noting that items arrive promptly, safely, and reliably each week without any hassle at all. However, some customers also noted occasional postal service delivery delays or instances where multiple magazines arrived late and bundled together. A few consumers also noted that there were quite unfortunate times when specific weekly issues were missed entirely by the local delivery.

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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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Company details

  1. Publisher
  2. Book Publisher
  3. Magazine Store
  4. Media Company
  5. Newsstand

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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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Got a question about a DC Thomson subscription? Our team is here to help. Visit: help.dcthomson.co.uk

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Good delivery service and information about changes are timely and clear.

I have had to cancel the subscription to my mum because she is having difficulty reading them all - this was very easy to do.

9 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's great to here that your mum enjoyed her subscription. I can see your cancellation has already been processed, If you require any further assistance, please contact shop@dcthomson.co.uk

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Friend of all the people …

Range of articles and stories from different time periods
Would be good if a children’s section was reintroduced. Reading children’s section was how I started to read the “People’s Friend “.
Cover of magazine could be improved. Comes off easily and is prone to tearing particularly when older weaker hands are reading the magazine. At 96 year’s old my mother who suffers from dementia amazes the staff in her care home by still being able to read the stories in the “People’s Friend “.

9 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been reading peoples friend for over 40yrs or more x

I have been reading peoples friend for at least 40yrs or more as my mam always bought it , after I lost my mam I started buying it myself then found it easier to subscribe so never missed a copy , I also subscribe for the special and am still enjoying these magazines as much as ever , after I've read them I pass on to my close friend , will read these magazines as long as I'm able , keep up the good work xxxx

8 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to have you as part of the People's Friend community.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I think that the People's Friend is FANTASTIC!…

I think that the People's Friend magazine is fantastic read, with poems, stories, art and craft ideas and of course lovely mouth watering recipes. I await every week for the magazine to pop through my front door. My mother first introduced me to this magazine many years ago. Well done to the People's Friend !

8 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to have you as part of the People's Friend community.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When things go wrong

When things go wrong, which they do for everyone, its how its handled that makes a great company. And DC Thomson customer service is fantastic!

10 March 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

People's Friend magazine a great read!

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 wife, Riverside, and Between ourselves.
Although not a crafter I like to see the crafts showcase in the magazines, I have been encouraged to send an item in for the Love Darn.
I enjoyed the look back at stories written in the early editions of the magazine, I would like to see more.
I am a subscriber and knowing my magazines will be delivered weekly on time is a joy.

8 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to have you as part of the People's Friend community.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always receive the magazine on time

Always receive the magazine on time. Look forward to the knitting patterns as a knitter and reading the stories.

7 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to have you as part of the People's Friend community.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

My only gripe

With a subscription the price per copy is OK. The only thing that I dislike is that out of every 4 copies you get, 2 are a copy from previously printed copies so if you are a long time collector you are paying twice for what you already payed for, that is my only gripe

8 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback, I will pass this onto our editorial team on your behalf.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivery is excellent the quality of…

Delivery is excellent the quality of the magazine is brilliant really love receiving it through the post reading about places in Scotland wanting to visit and things to do ideas for holiday destinations fantastic

8 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was delivered on time but I would…

I was delivered on time but I would like to know when the payments are due again thank you

30 March 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers! For payment dates, please contact our customer service team on shop@dcthomson.co.uk or by calling 01382721350.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Is a great magazine.

Is a great magazine.
Good stories.
Health advice.
Garden advice
True stories

7 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

About the mag.

The stories and information you put into the mag is very helpful and the stories are great. This is the only mag I read, I have read other mags but nothing is as good. Thank you People's Friend.
I hadn't realised I had written the review on my birthday.
You are most welcome.

25 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

I have various problems with recieving…

I have various problems with recieving mail On a number of occasions my magazine has not been delivered. When contacting DC Thompson they have replied within 24hrs and sent a new magazine. Excellent customer service.

1 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

Many years

Every month my magazine arrives with no problems. The direct debit goes through when required without issues. My all round experience is excellent.

7 April 2025
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

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

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Nothing really to report at this stage

Nothing really to report at this stage. I've only had a couple of magazines so far and both have arrived promptly with interesting articles.

7 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.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good read!

Interesting articles - lots to read! Didn’t give five stars as frequently arriving late- after I have seen it in the shops.

6 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback, Due to changes within Royal Mail this is causing magazines to arrive later than we would expect. My apologies for this. If you require further assistance please contact shop@dcthomson.co.uk and our customer service team can assist.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love reading this magazine

Love reading this magazine. I always look forward to the next one to be delivered. Great content. Lovely stories.

7 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We are glad to hear you are enjoying the magazine. Thanks for the great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well presented magazine( colourful mix…

Well presented magazine( colourful mix of photos,sketches etc).
Interesting stories.I especially like the short ones at this time because I'm very busy .
A good mix of articles and nice to see people being encouraged to write.
Good price. Thank you.

6 April 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying your magazines.

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