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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Looking at 1,258 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent quality and diverse content of the magazines, highlighting engaging stories, interesting articles, craft ideas, and delicious recipes that offer great value. Many appreciate the reliable and timely delivery, noting that subscriptions arrive promptly each week, often before they are available in shops. The subscription process is frequently described as efficient and hassle-free, with good service ensuring a continuous supply of publications. However, some people mentioned occasional issues with delivery, specifically noting instances where magazines arrived late, sometimes in multiple batches, or were not delivered at all.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm now 65. As a kid I was always into comics, especially Sci fi and WW2. My Dad was a WW2 veteran,and when Victor was released it resonated with me. As a result I started to buy and read the Commando... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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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  1. Publisher
  2. Book Publisher
  3. Magazine Store
  4. Media Company
  5. Newsstand

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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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In 2024 I went ‘home’ from Australia to…

In 2024 I went ‘home’ from Australia to visit family in Scotland. My son and I visited Dundee, and called in at your office- a good excuse to renew my subscription! We were made so very welcome and taken around to have a good look at the whole place. This was such a friendly gesture- absolutely an unexpected kindness and so very much appreciated.
As a wee girl - long ago as I am now 86- in Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, I used to enjoy The Broons and your Comics.
Your publications are so much entwined with Scottish Culture.
Lang may your lum reek!

Rev Mary Esslemont
Margaret River
Western Australia.

April 17, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Wow, thank you so much Mary for taking the time to leave such a lovely and positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed you're time visiting our office in Dundee, and it's so lovely hearing that you felt so welcomed. We're really glad to be able to deliver a wee bit of home to you in Australia. Thank you for sticking with us for so long!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good stories .

getting my magazine regularly, especially if I am away on holiday. Friendly helpful staff .Great stories and diverse articles.

April 15, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for your review, Carolyn. We appreciate your support and hope that The People's Friend provides many more hours of fun reading!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The magazine I receive is good value…

The magazine I receive is good value and the content is good.

However, there have been several occasions when I have not received the magazine. Hence my score.

April 14, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback, Alex. We're sorry to hear that you've missed some issues from your subscription! A member of our customer experience team will be in touch to assist you further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great subscription service

Great subscription service, magazine arrives reliably and content is balanced and interesting

April 14, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

That's great, Sue. Thank you so much for your feedback! We hope that you continue to enjoy reading My Weekly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff responding to 'phone enquiries…

Staff responding to 'phone enquiries are friendly and efficient and their patience is appreciated.

October 21, 2025
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you, Marion! We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. We hope that you continue to enjoy The People's Friend.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good health and Well being advice

The magazine is for my mother and she looks forward to it arriving every week. We both enjoy the stories, Riverside in particular, but also the information pages, (Think Green be Green, Health and Well being, Brainteasers).
The only thing we are disappointed with is the editing of the stories, there are often spelling mistakes, incorrect names of characters or wrong sex given, i.e. he instead of she. Simple mistakes that should have been picked up when proof reading!

February 14, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service

Magazine delivery consistently good. Initial problem with book delivery sorted efficiently by customer service and now on track with subscription extended to compensate.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We really appreciate your support and are so glad you are enjoying the magazine.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great info and very good reading

Great info and very good reading, thanks. Great up to date golf conformation. would not have any other golf magazine.

April 11, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great feedback. We’re so pleased our magazines are hitting the mark.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not received any books for last 2 weeks

Not received any books for last 2 weeks

April 11, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're sorry to hear that you've not been receiving issues from your subscription, Mr. Raby! A member of our customer experience team will be in touch today to assist you further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Relevant to my interests

Relevant to my interests. Based in Scotland

April 11, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback, that's great to hear. It's always fantastic to hear from happy readers!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

i have always liked command comics and…

i have always liked command comics and continue to maintain the direct debit.
the only problem i have is consistency of receiving them in the post on a regular basis. i put this down to the fact that i live in Asia and there could be any number of reasons for aforesaid ad hoc delivery; they always arrive in the end and i do NOT blame DC for this

April 11, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thank you for your feedback! We hope you continue to enjoy your subscription.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

40 years later.

The books arrived on time and in mint condition. Easy to set.up and pay monthly. Every one is.different and are.just as good as the ones I read 40.years.ago. I must for.any military enthusiasts . Cannot wait for.my next batch.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

We are glad to hear you are enjoying the magazine. Thanks for the great feedback!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It has lots of interest on many…

It has lots of interest on many subjects The familiar articles are interesting including visiting places around the UK. With the stories it is a magazine that lasts a week and even longer and is good value.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Peoples Fried just keeps giving

Peoples Fried just keeps giving,week after week it pops through my letter box with excellent fiction ( I always read the serials first) great recipes, craft ideas, health awareness and so much more.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Good delivery service and information about changes are timely and clear.

I have had to cancel the subscription to my mum because she is having difficulty reading them all - this was very easy to do.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's great to here that your mum enjoyed her subscription. I can see your cancellation has already been processed, If you require any further assistance, please contact shop@dcthomson.co.uk

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Friend of all the people …

Range of articles and stories from different time periods
Would be good if a children’s section was reintroduced. Reading children’s section was how I started to read the “People’s Friend “.
Cover of magazine could be improved. Comes off easily and is prone to tearing particularly when older weaker hands are reading the magazine. At 96 year’s old my mother who suffers from dementia amazes the staff in her care home by still being able to read the stories in the “People’s Friend “.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from DC Thomson Shop

Thanks for the great review. It's always great to hear from happy readers!

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