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Archives for October 2019

Bathroom Shower Replacement Flow Diverters
In 2015 we had a new bathroom fitted. The installer is no longer in business and did not supply us with any paperwork regards the items he installed. It is only now - or for the last 6 months or so - that this has become a real issue. Our shower started dripping so I took out the rainshower/handheld head flow diverter and…
O/S Daily Thursday 31 October 2019
O/S Daily Thursday 31 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome,…
Back to basics
Hi guys Over the last few months I’ve slipped into lazy ways. My weekly shop has started to creep up, my credit card is getting used a little too freely, Christmas is absolutely flying up and the renovations on our flat are more expensive than we had originally planned for. We decided we might as well get new windows while…
Family Christmas presents?
What do you buy a family of 8 or 9 people of varying ages for Christmas that they can all benefit from? Simple.... A hamper!! We have been buying items throughout the year and filling up a wicker hamper... Special deals and items from lidls and aldi..... We got the Martin Lewis cosmetic hamper for £50 recently, special…
O/S Daily Wednesday 30 October 2019
O/S Daily Wednesday 30 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s…
Gluten free bread in breadmaker
HI, I've just made a loaf following the instructions in my breadmaker recipe book, it was so sweet I couldn't eat it, (2 tablespoons sugar and some cider vinegar). Does anyone know of a recipe for a less sweet loaf I can make please, The only recipes I can find are for a normal size loaf but I have a Lakeland compact…
Lakeland soup maker recipes
I hope this is the right place to ask. If anyone has a Lakeland soup maker would you be able to pass on a recipe for chicken and rice soup, if you have one please? I am not sure about the amount/proportions and liquid (using chicken stock pots) putting in vegetables and onion, small chicken pieces (no bones) and dry long…
O/S Daily Tuesday 29 October 2019
O/S Daily Tuesday 29 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome,…
Gravity defying cake kit -lakeland
Hello, has anyone tried to do one of these cakes and if so do you really need the kit or can it be done with lollipop sticks or similar.?
Cash neutral grocery spends, 'till Christmas.
Hello all. I am going to drastically cut our grocery spends from now until Christmas. We have paid out over £5,000 from savings in the last few weeks, the family car(minibus) needed the gearbox rebuilding and MOT, also the barn (we live on a smallholding) needed a concrete floor laid and a new roof, at least the central…
O/S Daily Monday 28 October 2019
O/S Daily Monday 28 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome,…
Budget free from food
My mother has some specific dietary requirements and some of the free from foods can be quite expensive. I was wondering what is the best way to find good quality, but low cost free from foods? She can't have anything with cows milk, egg whites and red meat fat in. I also have some food issues, I'm allergic to coconut. I'm…
Weekly Flylady Thread 28th October 2019
What is FLYLADY? Well, it's our version of the US flylady idea - but we work on the principle that housework is not fun, it's boring, can be time-consuming, is often thankless but, unfortunately, necessary. It's here on Old Style to provide the support we all need and to make the whole task easier and quicker. We also…
Old Style 27 October 2019
This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet…
Money saving tips for gluten free people?
Hello, I am coeliac, so I need to be strictly gluten free. Does any of you have money saving tips for gluten free groceries and meals? Thanks!
Christmas is coming..
..And KP Cheesy Footballs are absent from the supermarket shelves. Are there any reports of any being out there, or is there a genuine famine this year? Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without them- has anybody sighted them on the shelves, or is it still a little too early?
O/S Daily Saturday 26 October 2019
O/S Daily Saturday 26 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome,…
How do you store baking tins?
I have ordered a couple of new non stick sandwich tins. I could do with some new ideas on how to store these non stick tins, so they do not get scratched. I have several tins that need better storage
O/S Daily Friday 25 October 2019
O/S Daily Friday 25 October 2019 This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome,…
Can I use White vinegar as Rinse Aid?
I've got 5 litres of the stuff and no rinse aid left. I don't really want to go buy more if the white vinegar would work.

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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