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Advert: Normans Musical Instruments

There is fantastic new offer from Normans — free delivery on Denis Wick products for 4BR readers.

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In addition to already discounted prices, Normans are offering Free Delivery for a limited time on our full range of Denis Wick products.

Exclusive offer

So if you need a new mouthpiece or mute and want the convenience of it dropping through your door at No Extra Charge then get online at www.normans.co.uk and take advantage of this exclusive 4BR offer.

Simply enter the Coupon Code NOR4BR1 at checkout when prompted and your delivery charge will be removedNormans Instruments

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Simply enter the Coupon Code NOR4BR1 at checkout when prompted and your delivery charge will be removed.

Offer expires on Sunday 11th July so order quickly to avoid disappointment.

Mad rush

If we get a ‘mad rush’ on a particular product don’t worry if it shows out of stock, as long as your order is placed in time we will honour the Free Delivery and despatch as soon as new stock arrives!

Please note that promotion is limited to one order per customer.

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