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Product Categories

The products offered by WHSmith.co.uk are arranged by category and then broken down into genres, for example from Books to Key Stage 3 education.

Books

WHSmith.co.uk lists every freely available book that is currently in print in the UK.

As it is not possible for every book to be kept in stock many have to be ordered from the publisher and as a consequence books that we list will show different availability times.

When you click on the product page of a book you will see the book’s title, author’s name, publisher’s name, the ISBN, publication date, and the type of binding of the book e.g. whether it is hardback, paperback or clothbound.

With each book there will also be an estimated dispatch time, e.g. in stock, 1-2 weeks, pre-order. We aim to dispatch all orders within the time frame estimated at the time your order is placed.

Where possible we will always include a synopsis and cover image of the book, plus any customer reviews that have been submitted.

Stationery

WHSmith.co.uk offers a wide range of WHSmith and branded stationery for school, students and your home office.

For each product we present its description, specification and up to three images to inform your choice.

With each product we display an estimated dispatch time, e.g. in stock, usually dispatched within 24 hours. We aim to dispatch all orders within the period estimated at the time you place an order.

Gifts & Cards

WHSmith.co.uk offers an inspiring range of gift ideas and gift vouchers.

Personalised gifts are unique. For children we offer personalised story books, clocks and school stationery.

For friends and family we offer personalised books about your football club, maps centred on your home, calendars from your photos and many more ideas.

Give something different with a Ferrari driving experience, a family portrait, naming a rose after a loved one or owning an acre of the Moon. Say thank you with flowers, chocolates and hampers.

Please note that all products dispatched from our warehouse will have an accompanying receipt and we regret that we cannot ship goods without a receipt, nor do we offer a gift delivery service.

Magazines

WHSmith.co.uk offers magazine subscriptions for set-up online or in presentation gift packs.

Magazine Subscriptions are for a period of 6, 12 or 24 months. Great savings are available on over 450 titles.

Subscription Gift Packs are fixed period subscriptions delivered in a presentation pack and available for a particular title or you or your recipient can chose from a themed selection.

You pay for the pack and then you or your recipient register the subscription with WHSmith.

Please note that not all magazines are available in both subscription methods. To identify which subscription type is available for the magazine your require search within magazines or browse our magazine department.

DVD

At WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk we offer thousands of DVDs and Blu-ray discs that are on general release in the UK.

Click on the DVD, CD and Games tab at WHSmith.co.uk and you will be directed to WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk. When you click on the product page of a DVD you will see the product's title, whether it is in DVD or Blu-ray format, lead actor's name, the product code, release date and classification certificate.

With each product there will also be an estimated dispatch time, e.g. in stock, 1-2 weeks, pre-order etc and we aim to dispatch any orders within the time frame estimated at the time an order was placed.

Where possible we will always include a synopsis and cover image of the DVD.

DVD Formats

WHSmith.co.uk provides videos in two main formats: Digital Versatile Discs (Region 2 DVD videos) and Blu-ray DVD.

There are a number of variations for both formats. WHSmith.co.uk sells only those that meet the recognised standards of the United Kingdom.

Using digital technology to provide excellent sound and picture quality and the DVD format has become the standard for home entertainment.

To control the release of DVDs, discs are manufactured with one of six "Region Codes" and will only play on DVD Players with the matching code.

Region 2 DVDs and players are available in Europe, South Africa, Japan and The Middle East (inc. Egypt).

If you are unsure which region your DVD player is coded for, check the documentation that came with your equipment, or contact the manufacturer.

UMD (Universal Media Disc) format

UMD (Universal Media Disc) is a medium for playing films on the PSP (PlayStation Portable) handheld console.

A UMD disc is NOT compatible with any other handheld games console or any DVD player.

Blu-ray and HD DVD

These formats are the latest generation of DVD. They offer an even greater quality of picture.

Film Certificates

The British Board of Film Classification sets guidelines for all films released in the UK and assesses which certificate each film should receive.

Universal (particularly suitable for young children)

This video is suitable for everyone but is especially suitable for young children.

Universal

Suitable for viewers of all ages. There will be nothing unsuitable for children in this film.

Parental Guidence

Some scenes may be unsuitable for young children. This film may contain some violence, mild swearing or brief scenes of nudity.

12 Certificate

Only suitable for viewers over 12 years old. 12 certificate films may contain some mild scenes of violence, or references to teenage experience, but without physical detail. There may be slight use of strong language.

15 Certificate

Only suitable for viewers over 15 years old. 15 certificate films may have an adult theme and may contain brief scenes of violence and sexual activity which are unsuitable for younger viewers. May contain strong language.

18 Certificate

Can only be supplied to and is only suitable for viewers of 18 years and over. 18 certificate films will have an adult theme and may well contain graphic scenes of sex or violence and some explicit sexual language.

E

Exempt from certification.

Music

At WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk we offer thousands of CDs that are on general release in the UK.

Click on the DVD, CD and Games tab at WHSmith.co.uk and you will be directed to WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk. When you click on the product page of a CD you will see the CD's title, artist or band name, product code, release date, music label and whether the album contains explicit lyrics.

With each CD there will also be an estimated dispatch time, e.g. in stock, 1-2 weeks, pre-order. We aim to dispatch all orders within the time frame estimated at the time the order was placed.

Where possible we will always include a track listing and cover image of the CD, plus any customer reviews that have been submitted.

Games

At WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk we offer hundreds of of video games for PC, X-Box, X-Box 360, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2, Playstation 3 and PSP.

Click on the DVD, CD and Games tab at WHSmith.co.uk and you will be directed to WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk. When you click on the product page of a game you will see the game's title, it's platform (e.g. PSP) product code and release.

With each game there will also be an estimated dispatch time, e.g. in stock, 1-2 weeks, pre-order. We aim to dispatch all orders within the time frame displayed at the time the order was placed.

Where possible we will always include a synopsis and cover image of the game plus any customer reviews.

PC & Electronics

WHSmith.co.uk offers an ever expanding selection of PC accessories and electronics. You'll find ink cartridges for your printer and memory sticks and blank discs for your home office. We also offer gadgets for gift ideas and to make your life easier. We link to WHSmithEntertainment.co.uk where you'll find an extended range of hardware including laptops.