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\n\t\tDon\u2019t get caught out today! (Picture: Metro\/Babybel\/Terry\u2019s\/Heinz\/Warburtons)<\/p>\n
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\n\t\tDon\u2019t get caught out today! (Picture: Metro\/Babybel\/Terry\u2019s\/Heinz\/Warburtons)<\/p>\n
It\u2019s April 1, so I hope you\u2019ve braced yourself for what you\u2019re going to see on social media<\/a>.<\/p>\n For the next 24 hours, you\u2019ll have to second-guess every post you see, as it\u2019s likely nothing more than an April Fools\u2019 joke.<\/a><\/p>\n The biggest brands out there will be pulling a fast one over on you, making fake announcements and showcasing products that don\u2019t exist, leaving you desperately trying to work out what\u2019s real and what\u2019s not.<\/p>\n Several silly pranks have already been shared, from the launch of the first-ever chocolate Babybel cheese<\/a>, to Heathrow<\/a> Express and PureGym joining forces on a \u2018training train\u2019, and Dyson teasing an AirWrap for your pampered pooch or pony.\u00a0<\/p>\n And honestly, we wouldn\u2019t be mad if some of these did exist, but sadly, they\u2019re all hoaxes.<\/p>\n Before you fall for any of them, here\u2019s a look at some of the best jokes of 2026 we\u2019ve seen so far\u2026<\/p>\n The Heathrow Express Training Train<\/p>\n \t\t All aboard! This one is a spoof collab between Heathrow Express and PureGym, who have unveiled the UK\u2019s first ever \u2018training train\u2019.<\/p>\n This is a 15-minute service which transforms the trip from Paddington to Heathrow into a \u2018high-energy fitness experience, giving passengers the chance to stretch, squat and sweat their way to the terminal\u2019.<\/p>\n During this fictional journey, PureGym personal trainers will be on hand to help passengers with a whistle-stop workout, with \u2018overhead locker lifts\u2019, \u2018luggage lunges\u2019, \u2018passport pocket squats\u2019, and \u2018gate sprint drills\u2019.<\/p>\n The concept is designed to make \u2018every minute count\u2019 as why sit back and simply relax when you could be curling your way to your flight check-in?<\/p>\n Kolin the Katerpillar <\/p>\n We\u2019ve all seen the rivalry between M&S and Aldi over Colin and Cuthbert, but for April Fools\u2019 Day, Krispy Kreme is entering the chat.<\/p>\n The doughnut brand shared a look at their own Kolin the Katerpillar cake, made from mini Original Glazed doughnuts and covered in chocolate.<\/p>\n \u2018We\u2019ve done our research and found that doughnuts go down better than cake, so we thought we would make something familiar yet far more tasty for a celebratory treat,\u2019 the brand wrote on Instagram.<\/p>\n And fans are clearly on board, with many saying \u2018I feel we need it\u2019, \u2018give me 10\u2019 and \u2018I would buy this in a heartbeat\u2019.<\/p>\n Warburton\u2019s Crust & Curl<\/p>\n \t\t Two big brands, Warburtons and Only Curls, came together to create a (very fake) limited-edition product known as Crust & Curl Defining Gel.<\/p>\n The inspo? That age-old adage that eating crusts will make your hair curly.<\/p>\n The gel is said to smell like a bakery, with the scent of warm toast and Sunday mornings, and is designed to \u2018create a strong cast, enhance curl definition and add soft volume\u2019.\u00a0<\/p>\n Terry\u2019s Emergency Segment<\/p>\n \t\t You\u2019ve likely seen the viral Rhode phone<\/a> case, which can hold a lip gloss\u2026 well, Terry\u2019s Chocolate is putting their own spin on it for April 1.<\/p>\n The Emergency Segment Phone Case is their most \u2018iconic and unexpected innovation\u2019, which is described as the world\u2019s first phone case designed to carry chocolate.<\/p>\n The blue and orange case houses one segment of Chocolate Orange, meaning that you\u2019ll never be caught without your fave choc. <\/p>\n And in case you were wondering, yes, the phone case does have \u2018anti-heat-proof-hyrdro-technology\u2019 to keep the chocolate from melting, no matter what.<\/p>\n Dyson\u2019s Airwrap Fur\u00a0<\/p>\n \t\t Dyson very cleverly started teasing its April Fools<\/a>\u2019 joke ahead of time, making it look like they were launching something that would give you a luscious head of hair.<\/p>\n But what you couldn\u2019t tell is that the photo they posted was actually of a dog\u2026<\/p>\n The brand took to social to share a look at its \u2018boldest\u2019 launch to date, designed not for humans, but for our fluffier companions, with a whole (not real) range to help pets get glam.<\/p>\n The selection includes The Airwrap Fur for cats, The Airstrait Mane+Tail for horses, The Airwrap Top Coat for canines, and The Supersonic Dapper for \u2018dailling up the volume on poodle curls\u2019.<\/p>\n Asda\u2019s adult trolley seats<\/p>\n \t\t Some people love doing the grocery shopping, while others detest it.<\/p>\n If you fall into the latter category, you might want Asda<\/a>\u2019s April Fools\u2019 joke to become a reality.<\/p>\n The supermarket<\/a> chain has revealed mock-ups for adult-sized trolley seats, which are quite literally an entire reclining armchair built into a trolley, complete with drink and snack holders, of course.<\/p>\n The retailer claims they\u2019ll be rolling out in stores ahead of the big Christmas shop, but we won\u2019t hold our breath\u2026<\/p>\n Jammie Dodger Middles<\/p>\n Another item people would probably pay good money for is Jammie Dodger Middles, known as Dodger Hearts.<\/p>\n Ever wondered where the shortcake biscuit cut-outs from a Jammie Dodger go? Well on April 1, you can buy a bag of them to enjoy the \u2018missing piece\u2019 as a snack in its own right.<\/p>\n Scott Perry, Chief\u00a0Marketing\u00a0Officer at\u00a0FBC\u00a0said: \u2018Jammie\u00a0Dodgers have been missing a biscuit heart since\u00a01960, so we thought\u00a0we\u2019d\u00a0bring a bit of extra biscuit love to\u00a0our\u00a0loyal brand fans.\u2019<\/p>\n Let Them Cook\u2026<\/p>\n \t\t The Royal Albert Hall really wants to get Gen Z\u2019s attention, so they\u2019ve announced a new season of events, entitled Let Them Cook. <\/p>\n This will include a looksmaxxing contest (supposedly hosted by Eamonn Holmes<\/a>), as well as Doomscrolling in Concert and Aura Farming in Hyde Park. <\/p>\n Ryanair\u2019s end of an era<\/p>\n The budget airline is known for being jovial and often pokes fun at itself, but in a post online ahead of April 1, it seemed this was all coming to an end.<\/p>\n The brand shared a statement claiming they would \u2018shift Ryanair<\/a>\u2019s communication style and tone of voice\u2019.<\/p>\n They added: \u2018From now on, we will be adopting a more corporate and professional approach in our communications. Thank you for the last few years.\u2019<\/p>\n We\u2019ll see how long this lasts\u2026<\/p>\n The Great British Detective Show<\/p>\n The one and only Nigella Lawson shared a cheeky snap of her and new Bake Off co-star Paul Hollywood, joking that instead of joining GBBO, they were actually teaming up for a crime show.<\/p>\n Her caption read: \u2018I know you were lead to believe that I would be joining Paul Hollywood on Bake Off, but, as you can clearly see, we are in fact a hard-bitten, seen-it-all detective (PH) and a lugubrious forensic pathologist (NL) solving cirmes in the Ruhr Valley.\u2019<\/p>\n Choccybel<\/p>\n \t\t Chocolate and cheese? Together? It\u2019s a yes from Babybel, apparently.<\/p>\n The iconic cheese brand has teamed up with Monty Bojangles to reimagine the iconic snack in chocolate form.<\/p>\n The peelable cheese has a cocoa-dusted truffle exterior and was reportedly developed over 18 months by a team of flavour specialists and \u2018peel engineers\u2019.<\/p>\n Maldon Salted Caramel<\/p>\n Maldon Seal Salt flakes are a bit of a cult kitchen cupboard item, IYKYK.<\/p>\n So any new variation is bound to send foodies wild, and this spoof one did the trick.<\/p>\n According to the brand, these would see the iconic flakes \u2018gently infused wiht rich caramel for a sweet-salted crunch\u2019 that would be ideal for sprinkling over warm cookies, pies, or even adding to a morning coffee.<\/p>\n In the comments Brits begged Maldon to \u2018make this for real\u2019, saying it would be \u2018amazing\u2019, and would \u2018slap\u2019.<\/p>\n Pot Noodle Pizza<\/p>\n \t\t Can\u2019t decide between a Pot Noodle or a Domino\u2019s for dinner? Well you wouldn\u2019t have to worry if this prank was real.<\/p>\n The two brands have teamed up to create a twist on your favourites \u2013 the Pot Noodle Stuffed Crust Pizza.<\/p>\n The wacky food item reimagines the chicken and mushroom pizza, featuring chicken and mushroom noodles and the classic seasoning. <\/p>\n Heinz Matcha Mayo<\/p>\n \t\t Heinz never fails to create a weird and wonderful product for April Fools\u2019, and this year they\u2019ve made something that some people might actually want to try\u2026 Matcha Mayo.<\/p>\n Teaming up with PerfectTed, the bold green twist on a classic sees classic Heinz mayonnaise mixed with the earthy, vibrant flavour of matcha.<\/p>\n Do you have a story to share?<\/p>\n Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n Arrow Arrow Arrow![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/12463_Heathrow_HEX_April-Fools90-7a01.jpg\")
\n\t\tWhy would you want to simply rest on the train? (Picture: Heathrow Express x PureGym)<\/p>\n![\"Warburtons](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Only_Curls_x_Warburtons_Final_Product_Shot_1-5c0f-e1774990281326.jpg\")
\n\t\tThey do say crusts will make your hair curly\u2026 (Picture: Warburtons)<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Terrys_Emergency_Segment_Phone_Case_-_March_26-96de.jpg\")
\n\t\tWould you buy this? (Picture: Terry\u2019s Chocolate)<\/p>\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dyson_April_Fools_103012_9_16_noVO_TITLE_v001.00_00_05_11.Still004-a49c-e1775031410749.png\")
\n\t\tThat\u2019s one pampered pooch (Picture: Dyson)<\/p>\n![\"Asda's](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ASDA-Adult-Sized-Trolley-2-0338.jpeg\")
\n\t\tFor the shopper who needs a break (Picture: Asda)<\/p>\n![\"Let](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Let-Them-Cook-9bc0.jpg\")
\n\t\tWhich event are you getting tickets for? (Picture: Royal Albert Hall)<\/p>\n![\"Choccybel\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Choccybel_-_April_2026-d71f-e1774992210930.png\")
\n\t\t(Picture: Babybel)<\/p>\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Pot-Noodle-x-Dominos-b164.jpg\")
\n\t\tThe best of both worlds? (Picture: Jodie Longdon)<\/p>\n![\"Heinz](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Matcha_Mayo-db51-e1775031473212.jpg\")
\n\t\tWould you try this? (Picture: Heinz)<\/p>\n
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