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Advert: FREE Gig Bags from Normans

Normans are currently offering a fantastic promotion on Gig Bags. Spend over £500.00 on a Brass or Woodwind Instrument and receive a Tom & Will Gig Bag absolutely FREE.

Normans deal of the week
 

Tom & Will Gig bags are designed with the active musician in mind and come in a range of colours and designs. Superbly made, they feature thick padding to protect your precious instrument, yet are compact, lightweight and look great.

How do I get my FREE gig Bag?

Visit www.Normans.co.uk to order your Instrument and add one of the bags featured at the bottom of the product description. Then enter the Promotion Code TWFREE at checkout to have the cost of your bag refunded, so it’s absolutely FREE! Full details of the offer can be found at www.normans.co.uk/t-tomandwill.aspx

Tom & Will – 15% off Bags Only!

Don’t need a new instrument but would like a new bag? We also have an offer for you with 15% discount currently available on Tom & Will gig bags. To view the full range visit www.normans.co.uk/m-135-tom-and-will.aspx

Offers are available whilst stocks last so remember to order early or you may lose out to the Christmas bargain hunters!

If you require further information please call us on 08000 281415.

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