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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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...
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5 ways to boost the power of your holiday pound

August 1, 2019
The pound is going down faster against the Dollar and Euro than your first holiday beer so here's five ways to boost the power of your holiday pound. Dream holiday location....... Pre-order currency Planning pays off. Go online and pre-order...
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5 easy ways to get a free lunch

July 24, 2019
Think there's no such thing as a free lunch?   Think again!  Here's my five easy ways to get a free meal. Trade in Tesco points Swap Tesco Clubcard points for three times their value to boost your spending power when...
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Free open air movies & theatre

July 17, 2019
Summer has finally arrived so why not make the most of it by packing a picnic and spend the evening at an open air cinema or theatre.   I've rounded up five of them and they're all totally free! Yes no...
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5 ways to make a speedy trip through Ikea & save money

June 19, 2019
I'm feeling just a little bit smug right now as I've achieved a 'personal  best' in Ikea  Yes my fastest time yet, just 10 minutes from entering the store to emerging plus purchase at the Milton Keynes store.    As I...
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Budget Boutique Hotels At A Snip

June 11, 2019
Budget and Boutique aren't two words you'd usually find together in hotel world.   In fact it's more like 'Cheap and Cheerful' when you think of the likes of budget hotels but having recently discovered Point A  hotels, I've got to...