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Set in the heart of England, Twycross Zoo is an award-winning visitor attraction and conservation charity. With over 100 animals, stunning nature reserves, animal experiences, soft play and much more – there’s something for every member of the family!

Admission to Twycross Zoo also includes entry to The Gruffalo Discovery Land, where visitors can discover Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake – and of course the Gruffalo himself – along an interactive journey through the deep, dark wood.

For more information visit https://twycrosszoo.org/

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Saving money is on everyone’s minds right now. Money is tight – but that doesn’t mean you could miss out! That’s why we’ve rounded up all the latest deals and offers just for you. From exclusive discounts to deals, freebies and more! Read on to start saving.

Children and baby

Get 20% off PGL Kids Camps

With the summer holidays fast looming, PGL adventure holidays are offering a discount off Kids Camps running across the whole of the summer. 

First timers to PGL can enjoy 20% off their first multi-activity trips or Trailblaze specialist camps which include surfing or science-themed breaks. 

Residential Kids Camps are available at 11 locations across the UK and the discount will be taken off the final booking amount at check out.

Book a PGL holiday now

Free fitness classes for girls at Nuffield Health gyms

Nuffield Health is currently running free fitness sessions for girls aged 11-16 years old at their gyms nationwide.

The classes are designed to get girls moving in a safe space while building strength and confidence. The weekly classes will be run by Nuffield Health instructors in the community and seem to be cardio-based.

It could be a great way to have fun and make friends, plus it’s totally free.

Sign up and book at Nuffieldhealth.com

Mini Mozart classical music classes for £5

Mini Mozart offers in-person and online classical music classes for babies and toddlers, as a way to help children engage with orchestral music played by professional musicians, who are all music graduates.

The company is currently offering a month-long package of 20 online classes for £5. Hosted by a professional musician, the recorded classes introduce children to the saxophone, clarinet, violin, French horn and piano with a mix of nursery rhymes and classical music with interactive games.

Mini Mozart also offers a bursary scheme for families in receipt of Universal Credit or similar. The scheme offers selected children an 80% discount at their local in-person class.

Find out more and book here

Calling all new parents! Get a sustainable baby box for only £3.95 p&p

Online gift registry Little Wishlist has launched a baby box for new parents, worth £100+.

Little Wishlist want to introduce parents to new sustainable brands and is aimed at parents with babies aged 6 -12 months and includes over eight age-appropriate sample products and a few treats for parents too.

The box is free but you must cover the £3.95 postage & packaging fee.

Samples include:

• Organix Weaning wands and Height Chart, RRP £1.20
• Little Freddie Blueberry & Banana Greek style yoghurt, RRP £1.35
• Mama Bamboo Sustainable Bamboo Baby Wipes – 20 wipes (travel pack), RRP £1.80
• Babymoov Recycled Plastic ISY Feeding Pouches x1, RRP £14.99 for a box of 20 pouches
• Kollo Premium Liquid Marine Collagen, 10,000 MG x1, RRP £35.99 per box
• Brush Baby Toothpaste and 2 x toothbrushes, RRP £5.49
• Sproot Baby Organic Baby bib, white x1, RRP £14 for 2
• In Bloom Drops Sachet x1, RRP £10.99 for a box of 5
• Nimble 100ml Laundry Lover sample, RRP £9.99 for a 1 litre bottle

Get the Little Wishlist sustainable baby box here

Cleaning and laundry

Get £30 off a Henry vacuum cleaner

Act fast! The Henry Red vacuum is currently reduced by £30, taking it from £159.99 to £129.99 right now.

The iconic vacuum cleaner is rarely reduced but you can get your hands on it at Myhenry.com with this exclusive saving, until 30 June.

Clothing and apparel

The H&M 50% off summer sale has started

There’s always bargains to be had in the H&M sale but the latest is pretty impressive. We spotted men’s and women’s sunglasses for £6, tops for £6 and even playsuits for a fiver, so it’s worth a look. The sale runs across adults, kids, baby and the much-loved H&M homeware, so get cracking and don’t miss out!

Shop the H&M sale now

Tu Clothing launches 50% off summer sale

Get your holiday wardrobe sorted with half-price kids and adults clothing, including some top high street brands. Highlights we spotted include a SimplyBe mesh maxi dress reduced from £36 to £18 and men’s t-shirts discounted to just £3!

Shop the Tu Clothing sale 

Days out 

Free ticket for dads at Sea Life centres nationwide (and other Merlin attractions!)

This Father’s Day, treat dad to a different type of fishing trip with free entry to Sea Life centres across the UK.

To take advantage of this fin-tastic offer, simply purchase any ticket and one parent gets in for free.

The free ticket offer runs until Sunday 16 June, plus it’s valid for visits until 4 August.

The free entry offer also extends to other Merlin attractions, including The Edinburgh and York Dungeon and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Manchester and Birmingham, so this is a great way to plan family fun during the school holidays.

Book tickets at visitsealife.com

Free entry to museums and galleries with National Art Pass trial

Kick-start your summer with a National Art Pass three month trial, available for £15 for a limited time.

You can enjoy free and half-price entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places, plus 50% off major exhibitions for just £15.

Some of the free-entry offers with the Art Pass include Brighton’s Royal Pavilion, Cardiff Castle and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Tickets for those venues usually costs adults at least £10 each so it’s a great way to fill your diary over summer without spending too much.

The trial pass is available until 30 June.

Get a National Art Pass here

Free Kelloggs FC Football Camps

Keep little ones busy during the summer holidays by claiming one of 30,000 free Kellogg’s Football Camp places for those aged 5-15yrs.

In partnership with the English Football League, Manchester City, Celtic and Rangers, parents can sign kids up now for one of 70 day camps nationwide during June and July. You can request a max. of two spaces over the period.

Sign up for a free day camp space at Kelloggsfc.com now

Get 10% off Flambards Theme Park entry, valid for 7 days

Billed as Cornwall’s best value theme park, Flambards gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy SEVEN days for the price of one with every full-price ticket valid for a further six consecutive days from the date of the first admission.

With a further 10% discount if you book online that works out at just £10.52 a day for a family of four (two adults and two children) for a whole week.

Tickets start at £20.66 for adults and £16.66 for under-16s (including the 10% discount) but factor in free parking and the free kids’ indoor soft play area, it’s a great offer.

Book tickets at Flambards.co.uk

Huge discounts with Boundless membership

Boundless is the membership club that gives great deals all over the country to public sector and civil service workers (current or retired), along with their friends and families. This includes teachers, civil servants, local-government workers and members of the armed forces, fire service, NHS, police and more.

Membership costs just £40 a year and perks include unlimited complimentary access to Kew Gardens in London, Wakehurst in West Sussex and all nine Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) centres across the UK, as well as discounts for days out through Kids Pass, featuring kids-go-free deals and savings at nationwide attractions, such as Edinburgh Zoo and Go Ape forest adventure park. 

Members also get free access to Tastecard including Coffee Club – the UK’s biggest dining club and can save up to 37 per cent on cinema tickets through the Cinema Society, including at Vue, Odeon, Cineworld and Showcase cinemas across the UK. 

The new Boundless Plus membership package costs £68 and on top of the discounts, includes free entry to Historic Royal Palaces sites, free access to more than 100 National Trust for Scotland locations plus free membership with the Ramblers – Britain’s biggest walking community.

Sign up at Boundless.co.uk

Health and Beauty

3 for 2 on No7 beauty at Boots

The much-loved No7 range is currently on a 3 for 2 deal at Boots stores nationwide as well as online at Boots.com.

Buy two products from the range and get the cheapest item free. It includes make-up and beauty products but for the biggest savings, pick up the premium skincare.

Get the brand new No7 Future Renew Serum, £34.95, and Future Renew Day Cream, £34.95 to get the Future Renew Night Cream free, a saving of £34.95.

Shop the full range here

Face The Future Suncare edit, worth £257 for £60

Protect yourself in the sun with the Face The Future Suncare edit. The collection is a round-up of some of the best SPF products on the market and includes skincare, haircare, and self-care to pamper and protect you. With eight travel-sized products worth £257.60, the edit is on offer for £59.99!

Here’s a full list of products:

• Institut Esthederm Sun Care Oil Body and Hair Moderate Sun 150ml
• Hello Sunday The One For Your Eyes SPF50 15ml
• Eucerin Hydro Protect SPF 50+ 50ml
• Ultrasun UV Face & Scalp Mist SPF50 75ml
  Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan 75ml
• Avant Velvet Perfecting Rose Sugar Lip Scrub 10ml
• Philip Kingsley Swimcap Water Resistant Mask 200ml
• Hairburst Volume & Growth Elixir 125ml

Shop the FTF Suncare edit here

Superdrug celebrate 60th birthday with 60p essentials

To celebrate 60 years on the British High Street, Superdrug will be reducing selected everyday essentials down to 60p. Items discounted will include face wipes, cotton pads, face masks and other basic beauty bits, but here are a few we’ve spotted so far:

• Superdrug Essential Cleansing Bio Face Wipes, usually £1, now 60p
• Superdrug 100% Pure Cotton Wool Pads (50), usually £1.99, now 60p
• Superdrug Body Puff, usually £2, now 60p

Shop the 60p sale now

Holland & Barrett launches huge new BOGOF summer sale

Buy 1 Get 1 Free across bestselling fitness, wellness, food and travel essentials at Holland & Barrett including Nakd protein bars, £1.20, Magnesium & Zinc vitamins, £8.49 and Manuka Honey MGO 50+, £19.99. There’s also a range of ‘buy one get one half price’ deals available. Sale runs until 18 June. 

Check out the H&B sale now 

Home and garden

Half-price indoor furniture at JSYK

If you don’t know about JYSK, the Danish homeware store, where have you been? The company is trusted for their Scandi style and design and they sell quality furniture at affordable prices.

Furniture Week has just kicked off with up to 50% off all indoor furniture until Wednesday 12 June.

Check out Furniture Week at Jsyk.com now

Shop the huge summer sale at The Range

 The Range summer sale is its biggest ever, with up to 40% over 30,000 items. 

From decorating tools to home appliances, rugs to lighting fixtures right through to bathroom sets, there are so many discounts on top brands.

Turn your garden into a home cinema with a projector screen, reduced from £79.99 to £49.99 – a saving of £30 – or get the canvas bar and gazebo with two bar stools, previously £299.99, now £219.99, saving £50.

Check out the The Range sale

Shop the Ikea 80% off sale

The Swedish homeware giant has launched a huge ‘up to 80%’ off sale, running until 7 July. The sale includes furniture, accessories and decor.

Deals include:

• Huvudspelare gaming desk, was £155, now £60
• Ragrund bamboo shelving unit, was £50, now £30
• Klaememacka desk organiser, was £29, now £15

There’s a huge selection on offer though, with more items added regularly so it’s worth checking below for the full selection

Shop the Ikea sale 

The Original Factory Shop has 75% off fans right now

Customers can now save on a range of fans, coolers and air conditioners to help keep you cool all summer long, with savings of up to 75% off at The Original Factory Shop.

The best deal we’ve seen is on the Homedics Personal Space Cooler, previously £119.99, now £30 – yes, really!

Get yours at TOFS.com 

Massive dining room furniture sale at Dunelm

Looking to upgrade your dinner table? Dunelm has launched a 30% off sale online, but we spotted some 50% off deals that you shouldn’t miss.

The sale includes dining tables, chairs and bar stools and here’s a couple we think are totally worth it:

• Kendall 4-seater oval marble-effect dining table, was £179, now £89.50
• Harvey 4-seater wood dining table, was £249, now £124.50

Check out the Dunelm sale here

Sleep easy with 15% off the new Silentnight Restore range

Cool off in warmer weather with the new Silentnight Restore range, designed for summer nights. The range includes a cooling weighted blanket, a cooling light sleep blanket and gel pillow pad and you can get 15% off the entire range right now.

Shop the Silentnight Restore range now at Sleepypeople.com

NHS, military & Blue Light discounts

Get a £60 gift card when you sign up to British Gas

Blue Light Card holders who sign up to any British Gas fixed tariff will receive a £60 gift card (to include £30 for each fuel) and can choose from John Lewis, Tesco, Amazon and Sainsbury’s vouchers. 

Whether you’re new to British Gas, existing customers on a standard variable tariff or coming to the end of a British Gas fixed tariff, Blue Light Card holders who take a fixed tariff with British Gas will also be eligible to take part in its PeakSave scheme and benefit from half price electricity on Sundays.   

Technology 

Save 25% off top tech appliances at eBay

Treat yourself to a new Dyson or Shark vacuum cleaner, a De’Longhi coffee machine or Ninja airfryer and get 25% off at Ebay.com.

The huge selection includes refurbished and new products, however there is a min. spend of £9.99 and a max. discount of £100.

To get the discount, use the code APPLIANCE25 by 12 June.

Check out the range at Ebay.com

Get £5 off at Currys for your old tech

Get at least £5 off your next purchase at Currys when ​you recycle any old tech in-store (yes any!)

The ts & cs state you must be 18 or over to get the voucher and you have to spend £25 when redeeming the voucher but it’s a great way to get rid of old phones, laptops and TVs and get money off something you need in future.

Travel

Get £5 off train travel when you book with Uber

You can now book your next train via the Uber app and currently, get £5 off your first booking.

Every train, coach, and Eurostar trip you book with Uber also earns you 10% back in Uber Credits to use on future rides or train travel, so if you use the app regularly, it’s a great way to get discounts in the future. 

To book, head to the Uber app and look for the ‘Trains & Coaches’ button. The £5 discount will be applied automatically at checkout once you have chosen your route.

The offer is available until 16 June.

For more info, head to uber.com

Luxe for less with 20% off Hyatt hotel stays

This summer, Hyatt is offering travellers up to 20% off the price of a stay across their diverse portfolio in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, from now until 4 January 2025.

From Bordeaux to Budapest, Algiers to Amsterdam, there are a whole host of participating hotels across Hyatt’s brands, offering a range of opportunities for travellers looking to upgrade to a luxurious hotel for less.

Book your stay here

Get 30% off Cairn Hotel UK breaks

For those planning their next getaway, Cairn Hotel Group has launched a variety of unbeatable deals as part of its annual Summer Sale on hotels nationwide. From sun-soaked city breaks to relaxing countryside retreats, Cairn Group is offering guests the opportunity to bag savings of up to 30 percent on overnight stays this summer at some of its most popular hotels. Featured destinations include Newcastle, Durham, York and Stirling. 

Whether you’re planning a family trip, a romantic getaway, or a solo adventure, those looking to save this summer can use code SUMMER when booking directly until 11 June 2024.

Book your break here 

Reading

Free one month Readly trial, access 7,000 titles

Want to cut the cost of your spending on mags and papers? Travel lighter using Readly, the app with over 7,000 titles and many you can download and read offline, which is perfect for your holidays. 

Get a one-month free trial right now, but if you’re a Samsung phone user, use the Samsung Boosts app to get a three-month trial with a valid code from the app.

The subscription will revert back to £12.99 once the trial ends, but if you use it regularly it’s a great offer.

Find out more at Readly.com

Add to your home library with Books2Door

Get up to 80% off RRP on thousands of brand new books, 10% cash back through Book Points and £10 off when you refer a friend at Books2Door. Books2Door is the place to save on your books. Plus, get 10% off when you download the app! Check it out

Subscriptions

Get 50% off your first month at Niftiee

Check out our other deals pages:

• Beauty deals: Make-up offers, cosmetic deals and more
• Best food discounts, supermarket deals and takeaway offers
• Cinema deals, discounts and offers

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Pretend to Bee is family-run British manufacturer of high-quality educational dress up costumes and accessories for children aged 6-11 years old. Their made-to-last products can be handed down through generations inspiring the imaginations of children everywhere. From occupations and animals to Pirates and Dinosaurs, there’s a costume for every occasions.

The Storytime Capes Set features five different themed capes to accessorise and inspire creative fun. There’s a hooded Forst Monster Cape, a silky red Royal Cape, a Black Wizard Cape, a silky blue Superhero Cape and a vivid fuchsia Princess Cape. Each is perfectly detailed and embellished and a great addition to any dress up box.

Available from www.pretendtobee.co.uk

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How to have a cheap holiday in the UK this summer.

Although in Britain we may not have guaranteed sunshine throughout the summer months like most of our European counterparts, we do have an abundance of historic cities and beautiful landscapes. From weekend breaks staying in cityside B&Bs, to getting away from the hustle and bustle whilst exploring the countryside, there are plenty of ways to keep costs down and have a cheap holiday in the UK.

• Ditch the Hotel
• Alternatives to Camping
• Save Money on Travel
• Peak Times Mean Peak Prices
• Try Something Different
• Further Tips to Save You Money

Ditch the Hotel

The UK offers plenty in the way of free activities, from countryside walks and hikes in the highlands to relaxing weekends spent on beaches. The UK has 15 gorgeous national parks to explore, and over 7,000 miles of coastline to see, which make exploring the country’s landscapes a perfect holiday getaway.

To fully immerse yourself in the countryside, camping is the perfect way to keep things cheap and get a true authentic experience.

Camping

Spending a holiday under canvas is the simplest way to save a chunk of money on holiday, but it can also become part of the adventure and magic of the trip. It’s a perfect getaway whether you’re after a peaceful solo weekend, a group outing, a family adventure, or romantic couples trip.

Many campsites also allow dogs, so you can take your pooches with you – which is a great way to save on kennel costs, too!

Find out lots of camping hacks for a truly budget vacation here.

Pitch prices vary depending on location and time of year, but they can cost as little as £8-10 a night, per person. If you are camping during a busy season consider choosing a campsite slightly further away from the main tourist sites in the area for even better prices.

Wild Camping

In Scotland, you can legally wild camp. This means you don’t have to camp on a set site, but instead can pitch up in any suitable area. You can’t do this on private land without the owner’s permission – but with so many forests and national parks, you’re not short of places to wild camp. It’s a great way to get into the true Great Outdoors – and saves money on pitch fees, too! Be aware that in the summer months, there are some restrictions around places like Loch Lomond between 1st March and 31st September each year so make sure you check whether you need a permit.

Wild camping isn’t legal in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland. Some areas, such as the Lake District and Dartmoor, have a ‘blind eye’ policy if you follow the basic rules (arrive late, leave early, leave everything as you found it, and stay no more than one night in the same place). Countryfile has a useful list of wild camping places to try across the UK.

If you know another spot you’d like to wild camp, find out who the landowner is and ask their permission to camp there. Don’t just rock up and pitch up: ask in advance, and get to know the landowner so they can see you’re trustworthy and will leave everything as you found it.

Glamping

Glamping is another option. It’s still rather cheap but with a bit more luxury for those not quite at home under wet canvas. With glamping, you have better facilities like a private hot shower and fully functioning kitchen.

PitchUp is a great website dedicated to finding cheap camping and caravan parks, also showing users the nearest walking routes, bike hires, activities, and pubs! Campsites is another easy website to use to search for cheap camping sites for pitches, touring, and glamping. All in all, camping is hard to beat at keeping things cheap.

Alternatives to Camping

Finding alternative accommodation is one of the simplest ways to save on holiday. Hotels are notoriously expensive and really not worth the money when there are plenty of other options available. Even if you want a city-based break, you’ll find lots of options such as nearby caravan parks, in-city guesthouses, and other options that get you away from expensive hotels.

Caravan Parks

Like campsites, static caravan sites offer budget holiday accommodation for couples and families. This option costs a bit more, from around £20 a night depending on the number of people the caravan sleeps and what facilities it offers.

You can hire a caravan pitch for your own, or hire a caravan out for the week or weekend for around £40 a night (depending on size and location). Find out how to have a cheap caravan holiday here.

This might be a good time to invest in a caravan. See what we say about potentially buying a caravan here.

B&Bs and Guesthouses

Farm stays, B&Bs, and guesthouses are other alternatives on offer. Still cheaper than hotels, you have your own space and facilities and a bit more comfort then in a tent! It’s also a good way to explore new places without risking the questionable British weather. The options are also ideal if you want to explore cities rather than the countryside, too.

Try Air BnB, local Facebook groups, and FarmStay to find alternatives to camping – for both countryside AND city breaks.

House Swap

To save TONS of money, you could always house swap! Normally, this is done internationally – but you can do it in the UK, too. Obviously, this is subject to making sure your home is fully cleaned and safe for any visitors, as many people are asking for that. However, house swapping is a great way to save lots of cash and see new places. Read our full article about house swapping here.

Hire a Canal Boat

If you want to explore the beautiful Norfolk Broads or the 4,700 miles of canal networks in the UK, a boat is a brilliant way to have an explorer’s holiday without leaving our shores. Did you know the longest canal is the Grand Union Canal, which is 137 miles long and goes from London to Birmingham? It takes around 72 hours to navigate non-stop!

Walking Hostels

If you’re a big fan of the outdoors and the camaraderie that comes with hikers across the UK, plan a walking trip. You might want to do just a long weekend on the main peaks or scaling Snowdon, but you could take on a longer holiday with a coast-to-coast or 100-mile coastline trip. Walking hostels are a cheap way to spend the night under a solid roof to get a proper night’s rest, but they’re basic – so it’s a step up from camping. YHA hostels are some of the best to try.

Save Money on Travel

Avoid any unnecessary travel costs. For example, if you’re driving to your destination, fill up your car before setting off as the fuel at your local petrol station will be cheaper than at petrol stations along motorway routes. Supermarket petrol stations are definitely the cheapest around.

If you’ll be travelling for a long period of time, pack a picnic and snacks for the family as station and services cafes and shops tend to have extortionate mark ups on their products and you’ll end up paying a lot more than you should. Remember to take reusable water flasks like Sho flasks, to save on costs – many places will refill them for free and it’s better for the environment.

Research other travel options that may be cheaper. If you’re travelling without kids or have light baggage, public transport is a good alternative to consider. It may be just as convenient as driving but prove to be a cheaper option. It is also worth investing in a railcard if you’re eligible and plan to take either several rail trips or one big expensive one.

Omio is a useful site for planning a route by public transport and comparing cost versus time. If you are travelling by public transport, booking well in advance, travelling at off-peak times, and investing in a rail or coach card will all make your travel cheaper.

Peak Times Mean Peak Prices

Avoiding the school summer holidays and bank holiday weekends as much as you can will save you from buying into the price increases at these times of year. Although if you’re a family with children this is much harder to avoid.

Holiday prices often drop by between 10 and 15% from the last week of August and into the beginning of September so timing your holiday right could get you better deals.

Also consider taking your big family holiday during the Easter holidays next year instead. Generally the UK gets nice, sunny weather around this time and the prices will be cheaper as well. Next year, Easter 2025 falls almost right at the end of April (20th) which improves your chances of good weather.

Do your research before you travel and check out if there will be any big events going on whilst you hope to be there. Things like football matches, big concerts, or race days will unfortunately whack the prices up on accommodation in the area and you could end up paying a lot more.

Try Something Different

Cities like London, Oxford, and Bath are all very popular tourist destinations but more expensive than some other UK cities. Northern England and Scotland have some amazing places worthy of visiting that are great city breaks but without the large price tag. Liverpool was revealed to be the best value city break in the UK! While other great options include Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, and Aberdeen.

Further Tips to Save You Money

If you’re on a super-tight budget but really need to get away this summer, try these tips to save more cash.

1. Why not rent out your home whilst you’re on holiday? You can sign up for AirBnB easily to host your home and have some extra money coming in whilst you’re away.
2. First time camping? Borrow the camping gear from a friend or family if you can before you spend hundreds on stuff you may not use very often. If you have to buy though, make your purchases out of season for much better deals.
3. Make the most of deals and cashback. Websites like lastminute.com usually have some really good deals available so it’s worth signing up to see what you can get. Another idea is to use cashback sites like Quidco when booking your holiday as you can receive up to 13% back.
4. Make use of age-related discounts. You’ll need to keep your ID on you but being under 18, a student, or over 60, means you can benefit from discounted entry fees and travel passes.
5. Make your home a holiday destination with a little creativity. If you live in or near a city, explore it as if you’re a tourist – and you could benefit from a local resident discount, too! Or take day trips into your nearby countryside to get into nature. Remember that the National Trust and English Heritage both have plenty of free sites to visit.

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Asmodee, the UK’s leading distributor of board, tabletop, and trading card games, is here to make your summer travels unforgettable with a handpicked selection of travel games that promise endless fun under the sun!

Win an Asmodee Summer travel games bundle for you and your family including Dobble Waterproof, the game of speed, observation and reflexes with fully waterproof cards and travel bag,  Bananagrams, the worldwide-hit word game, Sushi Go the super-fast Sushi card game and Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, the unique and addictive word sequence party game. 

Whether you’re soaking up the sun on a tropical island, hitting the road for a cross-country road trip, or simply chilling in your garden with friends, these compact and portable games are the secret sauce to a summer filled with laughter, excitement, and memories.

Visit https://www.asmodee.co.uk/

To enter simply follow the instructions below.

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The competition closes on Saturday 29th June 2024 at midnight. The winner will be announced on our competition winners page. Good luck everyone! 

terms and conditions

• This competition is promoted by MoneyMagpie (“Promoter”). 
• Competition entry is only open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or older. No purchase necessary. 
• Prize is supplied by Asmodee. 
• The competition is not open to employees (and their families) of the Promoter MoneyMagpie or partner Asmodee, their agents or related third parties who are directly connected with the administration of the competition. 
• The Promoter will not be responsible for lost or late competition entries.
• The winner will be chosen at random by an independent judge and will be notified via email or telephone. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
• By entering the competition you consent to being communicated to by the Promoter and the company offering the prize. Following such notification, the winner will be required to send the Promoter full details of their postal address to which the prize will be delivered (if applicable). You consent to your details being passed onto the company offering the prize so it can be sent out.
• The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any material associated with the competition, as well as their entry
• If the Promoter cannot: (a) contact the winner (via the details provided at the date of entry) within 5 working days or (b) the winner does not return details of its postal address to the Promoter within 10 days of notification that they have won the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to re-draw a new winner until a winner on these terms is found.

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the prize

Whether you’re sharing a morning coffee or unwinding after a long day, see the day through with a loved one with the Westport Jack and Jill seat. Take a seat and relax into sturdy comfort thanks to the gently sloping backrest and supportive armrests. The neutral grey-tinted finish makes a subtle style statement, seamlessly elevating your garden.

The charming tete a tete seat creates the perfect perching spot for two. At 35cm x 53.5cm, the tabletop provides ample space to keep any drinks, snacks, and books close to hand. Enjoy the fresh air your way thanks to the widely compatible 4cm parasol hole, making it super easy to relax in the shade or sunshine – whatever takes your fancy throughout the day.

Designed to support weights of up to 220kg, our Jack and Jill bench combines stability with style. Its embossed wood effect detailing not only adds aesthetic charm, but also eliminates the extensive maintenance needs that come with solid wood furniture pieces.

Constructed from recycled plastic, this garden love seat stands resilient against wear-and-tear, including fading, cracking, and splintering. Keep your companion seat in top condition by storing away when the weather turns frosty.

To find out more  visit https://www.vonhaus.com/

To enter simply follow the instructions below.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

The competition closes on Friday 28th June 2024 at midnight. The winner will be announced on our competition winners page. Good luck everyone! 

terms and conditions

• This competition is promoted by MoneyMagpie (“Promoter”). 
• Competition entry is only open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or older. No purchase necessary. 
• Prize is supplied by VonHaus.
• The competition is not open to employees (and their families) of the Promoter MoneyMagpie or partner VonHaus, their agents or related third parties who are directly connected with the administration of the competition. 
• The Promoter will not be responsible for lost or late competition entries.
• The winner will be chosen at random by an independent judge and will be notified via email or telephone. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
• By entering the competition you consent to being communicated to by the Promoter and the company offering the prize. Following such notification, the winner will be required to send the Promoter full details of their postal address to which the prize will be delivered (if applicable). You consent to your details being passed onto the company offering the prize so it can be sent out.
• The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any material associated with the competition, as well as their entry
• If the Promoter cannot: (a) contact the winner (via the details provided at the date of entry) within 5 working days or (b) the winner does not return details of its postal address to the Promoter within 10 days of notification that they have won the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to re-draw a new winner until a winner on these terms is found.

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the prize

The Revival range from Thermos® UK are direct replicas of the original Model 18 flask design, taking many people straight back to happy memories of childhood picnics and holidays. Mirroring the original chic 60s pattern and colours, the Revival range brings the classic and timeless plaid flask back to life. Available in the iconic blue, green or orange colour options, the 530ml flask features the much-loved handled cup and a push button stopper for smooth pouring.  Thermos’ vacuum insulation means beverages retain their hot or cold temperatures whilst the flask remains cool to the touch and sweat-proof.

Available from www.thermos.co.uk 

To enter simply follow the instructions below.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

The competition closes on Thursday 27th June 2024 at midnight. The winner will be announced on our competition winners page. Good luck everyone! 

terms and conditions

• This competition is promoted by MoneyMagpie (“Promoter”). 
• Competition entry is only open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or older. No purchase necessary. 
• Prize is supplied by Thermos.
• The competition is not open to employees (and their families) of the Promoter MoneyMagpie or partner Thermos, their agents or related third parties who are directly connected with the administration of the competition. 
• The Promoter will not be responsible for lost or late competition entries.
• The winner will be chosen at random by an independent judge and will be notified via email or telephone. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
• By entering the competition you consent to being communicated to by the Promoter and the company offering the prize. Following such notification, the winner will be required to send the Promoter full details of their postal address to which the prize will be delivered (if applicable). You consent to your details being passed onto the company offering the prize so it can be sent out.
• The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any material associated with the competition, as well as their entry
• If the Promoter cannot: (a) contact the winner (via the details provided at the date of entry) within 5 working days or (b) the winner does not return details of its postal address to the Promoter within 10 days of notification that they have won the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to re-draw a new winner until a winner on these terms is found.

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Brace yourselves for a sizzling summer windfall, folks! The EuroMillions lottery is turning up the heat with a jaw-dropping £110 million guaranteed Super Jackpot set for Friday, 7th June. Excited yet? You should be! Lottery enthusiasts everywhere will be rushing to snag a piece of this incredible prize.

And here’s a hot tip: thanks to lottery clubs like Lotto Social, you can secure 10 lines for just £1. That’s right, just a quid! But the perks don’t stop there. If you act now, you’ll also receive 5 free scratch card games, each with the potential to bag you up to £7,000! Don’t miss out on this scorching deal – get your lines and scratch cards today and let the summer winnings roll in!

Increase your chances now, in this eye watering draw, with our friends over at LottoSocial who have reserved this offer of 10 lines for just £1, for our lucky readers for the £110m jackpot.

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the prize

To find out more visit https://myfabulosa.co.uk/

To enter simply follow the instructions below.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

The competition closes on Wednesday 26th June 2024 at midnight. The winner will be announced on our competition winners page. Good luck everyone! 

terms and conditions

• This competition is promoted by MoneyMagpie (“Promoter”). 
• Competition entry is only open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or older. No purchase necessary. 
• Prize is supplied by Fabulosa. 
• The competition is not open to employees (and their families) of the Promoter MoneyMagpie or partner Fabulosa, their agents or related third parties who are directly connected with the administration of the competition. 
• The Promoter will not be responsible for lost or late competition entries.
• The winner will be chosen at random by an independent judge and will be notified via email or telephone. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
• By entering the competition you consent to being communicated to by the Promoter and the company offering the prize. Following such notification, the winner will be required to send the Promoter full details of their postal address to which the prize will be delivered (if applicable). You consent to your details being passed onto the company offering the prize so it can be sent out.
• The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any material associated with the competition, as well as their entry
• If the Promoter cannot: (a) contact the winner (via the details provided at the date of entry) within 5 working days or (b) the winner does not return details of its postal address to the Promoter within 14 days of notification that they have won the Prize, the Promoter reserves the right to re-draw a new winner until a winner on these terms is found.

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I got my first box this week and can say, hand on heart, it is an absolute bargain. Every box has different things in so you can pick one with more of the things you like and normally buy. My personal one had oranges, tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, butternut squash, bananas and a bag of sprouts. Other boxes include everything from potatoes to aubergines and the produce is perfectly fresh and delicious, but would otherwise have been thrown out.

The cost of the produce, had I bought them seperately would have been oveer triple what I paid and the ingredients are just as good as the ones out of the boxes.

So for just £1.50 for a 5kg box, you can find these boxes by the checkout area of Lidl.

What if fresh stuff goes off too fast?

Many of us often have great intentions with fruit and veg but often aren’t home enough to actually eat them. What I recommend for you is roasting them in different spices and then freezing the ready-prepped veg. Then you have delicious sides ready prepared to save on time. These roast veggies are also fantastic added to stock for an instant homemade soup.

Do More to Stop food waste by signing our petition

If food waste is a subject you feel passionately about, then also check out our Freeganism campaign. We aim to urge the government to legalise the act of taking discarded food, and not make it punishable by law. We explain much more about it in the article here.

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