Going out deals

Spotted a top deal or voucher for a day trip or night out? Found a great pint at a great price? Let everyone know. And if your 'night out' is in fact a special MoneySaving night in with a takeaway in front of a film, we're keen to hear those tips too!

Service charge in restaurants - yes or no?
I dislike service charges in restaurants/bars with a passion. Where does everyone else stand on this? I realise 'fancy' places and most places in London d this, but the practice is pervading many other areas of the UK now. This is not in our culture here in the UK - in London, many restaurants are owned by foreigners, who…
What's the cheapest drink at the pub?
I'm going to sound really boring but I'm a water drinker at home. Even if I've got an early start for work, I still drink water not coffee. In the office it's water. After a long hard week at work, it'll still be a glass of water with my dinner. The only time I don't drink water is when I'm going to social events/going for…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should we return to the restaurant to pay after being evacuated from it?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... My husband and I were having lunch at a restaurant that's part of a small chain when the fire alarm went off. The staff asked everyone to evacuate, then to vacate the area so the fire brigade had access. We later learned it was a false alarm, and I said we should return to…
Bankruptcy
Hello, I’m currently looking at bankruptcy as my only option, I have a lot of debt from an abusive ex partner. Anyway 1st question I have a car, I’m not sure how much it’s worth but I use it to drive my kids to school and for my university and placements so will this be taken off me? I read that they can give you money to…
Beefeater
Just a thread to share an offer we enjoyed on Saturday. I think you have to be signed up to their loyalty card to receive the email with the code, but this offer is for Friday and Saturday nights in August. * Two starters (or desserts), two main courses for £30. * Additional diners in the group at £15 per head. * Add a…
McDonalds to scrap 'free' coffee stamp loyalty scheme from 31 October
McDonald's fans will no longer be able to collect ‘free’ coffee stamps from 31 October after the fast food giant said it was scrapping the scheme. Read the full story: McDonalds to scrap 'free' coffee stamp loyalty scheme from 31 October If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
Chester zoo summer hols discount
hi, can anyone tell me of the best discount codes or vouchers to visit in the next few weeks? Much appreciated
Paultons breaks - ‘free’ extra day comes out at the same price?
Hello, I’m trying to book a night away for our sons 3rd birthday - Paultons are pushing a deal where if you book a break with them, you get the second day park tickets free. The total price is £260 for the four of us. But if we book separately it’s £45x4 (£180) plus £80 for the hotel, so exactly the same price. Does anyone…
Query on Nursery Fees
Hi, my Granddaughter is starting school nursery on her 4th birthday on 19th September, so her free 30 hours are being taken by them from the start of school term time, about 2 weeks before her birthday. However, she will be attending the nursery she is at at the moment for the 2 weeks up until her birthday. But my son has…
Money Moral Dilemma: Is it unreasonable to ask my friends to pay me for taking them to the pub?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I've two friends who usually get the bus to the pub on Fridays, while I usually drive if I'm going too. On the odd occasion when the bus isn't running or it's raining, I collect them and take them to the pub with me. But as time's gone by, they've stopped checking if the bus…
Pizza Express App
Hi All Newbie here. I have been using the Pizza Express app since Dec 2021 and have now saved £842.56p. We (2 of us) do eat there up to 4 times a month. As a gold member we save more than half the price of the meal each time.
Seat Filler - ShowFilmFirst
I have a great website to sign up for for great days/nights out. 'ShowFilmFirst'. Basically when an event doesn't sell out, they need seat fillers, you can pay a couple of quid fee's to events that they email you. I've had some wonderful times at Boxing, Concerts, Gigs, Festivals and other events. It's a hidden gem. Please…
All-you-can-eat buffets and bottomless brunches - how do you make the most of them?
I'd like to hear your tips for making the most of all-you-can-eat buffets or bottomless brunches. (Perhaps you're a little less inclined to go for a buffet these days, but bottomless brunches seem to be more popular than ever.) Here are a few techniques for starters: * Don't eat breakfast beforehand. * Do one full walk of…
Meerkat Movies
MoneySavingExpert Insert May 16: Hi everyone, it's well worth reading our fully researched Meerkat Movies trick blog for the full lowdown on this. Thanks to lamp for posting! Back to the original post... ---- Good morning all! I enjoyed my first usage of the Meerkat Movies code last night at the cinema. There has been some…
Do you tip in restaurants?
Wasn't sure if this was the right place to put this, so admin, please move if needed. Do you guys (and girls) tip when you go for a meal out? Personally I hate the idea, and it's even worse when you've got the waiter standing next to you as you select "No" on the card machine. However, I always say that I don't get tips…
Money Moral Dilemma: Should we keep splitting restaurant bills with friends that have kids?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... For many years, we've socialised as a couple with a large group, which now includes many children of all ages. We're the only couple that don't have kids. We've always split restaurant bills equally, yet now some of the older kids eat more than the grown-ups and soft drinks…
Odeon limitless offer
Hey all - was just having a browse last night on the Odeon website and noticed that you can get a £20 Amazon voucher when you sign up to their Limitless club - which I think is about £14. Think this is a Black Friday deal, but even so, it might help out a little bit with the Christmas shopping - and you get to watch all…
MSE Guide: Cinema MoneySaving tips & tricks
We've updated our guide: 🍿 Cinema MoneySaving tips & tricks 🍿 Among other things, it includes a deal for every day of the week, a year's 2for1 movies for £1, free Odeon tickets for some, and the question of whether you're allowed to take your own food in.
ASDA Soup lunch for £1
Our cafe in ASDA is offering the over 60's a bowl of soup, roll and butter plus hot drink for £1. Had it twice - delicious both times.
2 for 1 restaurant deals
A few years ago you could go to some restaurants mid week and they would do 2 for 1 deals on meals - you didn't need a card. It seems tastecard have taken over this deal so you have to pay £40 a year to get a card and then they offer the same deal for about 2 restaurants only. Have I got that wrong? Even the meerkat deal…

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