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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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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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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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Got a question about a DC Thomson subscription? Our team is here to help. Visit: help.dcthomson.co.uk
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Dundee, United Kingdom
- dcthomsonshop.co.uk
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Found the initial deal before Christmas…
Found the initial deal before Christmas 2025 confusing as to when I received first issues
16 October 2025
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Hello and thank you for your review. The Scots Magazine is delivered monthly and is dated ahead by a month, the February edition should have arrived for you in January. If you have any missing issues or would like to discuss this further, please contact our customer service team on shop@dcthomson.co.uk
I have a subscription with DC Thomson…
I have a subscription with DC Thomson and it’s excellent, I would certainly recommend it.
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!
Always a good read.
Always a good read. All suitable for all ages.
Love the new crime related stories in PF
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!
My subscription magazines arrive
My subscription magazines arrive, usually, by the date on the magazine.
My one gripe is that they can be erratic, eg, nag dated 14/3/26 arrived 12/3/26. Mag dated 21/3/26 arrived 13/3/26. Trying to keep track can get confusing. In fairness it could be the postal system that's array
12 March 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Hello Carole, Thank you for your review. The date on the magazine is the date it goes on general sale. When you have a subscription with us we try our best for these to arrive for you a few days earlier than the stated date. The post can sometimes knock this off a little. If you ever need any help at all, please contact us on shop@dcthomson.co.uk
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
It’s great to hear you’re enjoying your magazines, thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.
peoples friend is full of lovely…
peoples friend is full of lovely stories and craft products. Beautiful liiustraions on the front cover. many health tips as well
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
We’re thrilled to hear you’re having a great experience as a subscriber. Thanks for letting us know.
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
We’re delighted to hear you’re having fun with the content – thanks for your support!
The People Friend and my Puzzler Book…
The People Friend and my Puzzler Book is wonderful
and it keeps my brain functioning. The stories in the people's friend are excellent. Keep them coming
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
We’re delighted to hear you’re having fun with the content – thanks for your support!
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
Brilliant service
If I don't receive any of my novels or magazines i phone up and I will get a copy asap
15 November 2025
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, Gerard. We're happy to hear that you're enjoying bunkered. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if there's anything we can do to improve your subscriber experience.
I've been a subscriber to the People's…
I've been a subscriber to the People's Friend and Scots Magazine for a number of years and I've enjoyed receiving both magazines.
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
Fav mag
I love reading the People's Friend and The Special. The stories are interesting and captivating..
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
had the peoples friend for years …
had the peoples friend for years always a good read and not full of wdverts brilliant
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
DC Thomson Shop for a first class service
Have been with DC Thomson Shop for a number of years have never had to complain they have always given a first class service.
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
Have been reading it since reading my…
Have been reading it since reading my Mums and have had a subscription now for quite a few years. Look forward to each new addition and your excellent magazine never disappoints!
3 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.
I have always enjoyed reading my…
I have always enjoyed reading my Peoples Friend magazine. I enjoy The Farmer and His Wife immensely as well as Riverside and the short stories.
1 April 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!
Whenever I phone to say my magazine…
Whenever I phone to say my magazine hasn’t arrived the staff are very prompt in responding
24 March 2026
Reply from DC Thomson Shop
Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!
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