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Why not call Cupid today at John Packer for a special Valentine's Day treat?

There is a brilliant Valentine's Day offer at John Packer. Get in touch now and get something special at a fantastic price for the person you love most (including yourself!)

Valentines Day offer
  There is a brilliant Valentine's Day offer from John Packer

Why not give your loved ones something special for Valentine's Day — thanks to those lovely little cupids at John Packer.

So if you are lusting after something new, their Valentine's Offer should get you super excited — and save you money into the bargain!

14% off

John Packers special Valentine's offer gives you a lovely 14% off everything* for just 24 hours.

Use the code 'CUPID' online, in the shop, or over the phone by midnight 14th February.

If you've been lusting after your dream instrument or accessory, well now's the time!

John Packers special Valentine's offer gives you a lovely 14% off everything* for just 24 hours. Use the code 'CUPID' online, in the shop, or over the phone by midnight 14th FebruaryJohn Packer

Conditions

*£30 minimum spend applies. Certain exclusions apply.

Call 01823 282386 for further details of these items. Offer ends midnight on February 14th.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotional discount.

Due to trading restrictions John Packer is not allowed to enable discount codes for online sales of Yamaha products. However this restriction only applies to online orders.

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For further details please call 01823 282386.

https://www.johnpacker.co.uk/

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