Pets don't have the luxury of free NHS treatment if they get sick. And even a minor visit to the vet can bring big bills. Only 22% of us have pet insurance, but this still won't guarantee free pet care,...
This week’s best buys, bargains & saves
October 16, 2020
This week I've been stocking up on these gorgeous tins of Steamcream, tracking down my favourite sink cleaner for the bargain price of £1.25 and snapping up gorgeous Birthday cards for under £1. Steamcream for just £13.95Snapped up my favourite...
Perfume savings, bag £5 at Boots and pick up a takeaway curry from Waitrose……..
October 2, 2020
This week I saved a whopping £60 buying my favourite perfume. And I'll be recycling the 'empty' so I can bag £5 at Boots with its new recycling scheme. Plus an offer to slash the price of your takeaway with...
Here’s my saves, spends and freebies this week………
September 25, 2020
This week I've been snapping up, (and saving), on holiday souvenirs, bagging free photo prints and enjoying luxury chocolate at a discount....... Funky mugs for under £20 We had a set of these in the kitchen at our Airbnb in...
In this week’s moneysaving diary I’ve been……
September 4, 2020
Discovering this gorgeous new shampoo bar, enjoying a half price lunch and escaping for a weekend away at a fabulous Airbnb. Save £5 on a £10 spendSaved £20 on lunch £50 a night Airbnb I'm loving this Coconut Milk Shampoo...
My moneysaving diary…..plus saves, spends and freebies!
August 21, 2020
This week I've found designer kitchen gadgets at budget prices, got a savvy trick to boost your holiday protection and spilling the beans on my best buys and freebies. This week's moneysaving diary Here's what I've been spending and saving...
Free days out & post lockdown adventures
August 15, 2020
Way back in the early days of lockdown I went out for a walk every day, and while I'm lucky enough to live near the countryside; my daily walk over the fields and round the woods did start to feel...
Redundancy rights – where do you stand?
July 14, 2020
Losing your job is something you hope won't happen, but if it does, where do you stand when it comes to redundancy rights? Nine million of us have been on 'furlough' during the Coronavirus pandemic. Officially known as the Coronavirus...
My rundown of the Chancellor’s Summer Statement
July 8, 2020
The Chancellor presented his Summer Statement today; basically a 'mini budget' with the aim of kick starting our struggling economy. Here's my quick run down of what it all means for the pound in your pocket. Jobs, jobs, jobs..... The...
Holidays abroad get the green light. Here’s how to protect your trip.
July 4, 2020
Holidays abroad get the green light today as the Government says we can now visit a whole host of countries around the world. Since March it's been advising against 'all but essential' international travel but it's now published a list...
Deals and discounts I’ve spotted this week……
July 3, 2020
Here's my run down of some of the deals, discounts and great buys I've spotted this week...... Save 25% off stays at Jurys Inn & Leonardo Hotels You can save 25% on bookings at both Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels...
How to have a mortgage payment holiday
June 26, 2020
Think of holidays and right now bet it's the beach one you're dreaming of. But if you're strapped for cash in the current climate, taking a 'mortgage payment holiday' can help ease the financial strain. What is a 'mortgage payment...
Five easy ways to cut car costs
February 25, 2020
You've forked out for your wheels but keeping them on the road can be costly. By the time you've totted up insurance, tax, fuel and the cost of those often 'unexpected' repairs, you can find you're stumping up an average...
5 ways to be one step ahead with Black Friday sales
November 22, 2019
Black Friday 'deals' have been piling into my inbox, but I'm always rather cynical when it comes to all this Black Friday hype. Stores may advertise big savings to lure you in, but it's no guarantee that buying on...
Ways to see the wonder of Uluru
October 25, 2019
Taking a trip to the Red Centre, the red dusty spiritual heart of Australia and home to the mighty Uluru, is beyond amazing. Also known to tourists as Ayers Rock, it got this name when William Gosse, the first non-Aboriginal...
Second Hand September How did I do?
October 1, 2019
Way back at the start of September I decided to challenge myself to save some cash, and the environment, by wearing stuff that was already hanging in my wardrobe or borrowing, or buying, preloved or second hand clothes. Oxfam had...
Ways to save on theatre tickets
September 12, 2019
I love going to the theatre but tickets can be pricey so here's 5 easy ways to save money and enjoy the show. Tickets for 10p Yes really! You can bag 10p tickets at the Royal Court Theatre in London....
Visit Vienna on a budget
August 15, 2019
I've just got back from a trip to Vienna which is one super stunning city. I hopped on an easyJet flight, booked an Airbnb and spent four days checking out the sights, stopping for coffee and strudel and snapping my...