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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!

Red Letter Days in trouble?
Good morning, I was wondering if anyone else has had any problems with Red Letter Days since yesterday? Requested and paid for an experience and 24 hours later haven't received the evoucher although they say to wait an hour from booking -although on another page they say up to 12 hours. I've tried calling Customer Services…
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…
SuperSaveClub (from MoneySuperMarket)
Good morning, Does anyone have membership with the SuperSaveClub? I recently renewed my Home Insurance through MoneySuperMarket and then received an email with an invite to the SuperSaveClub for free days out. What I would like to know is if this membership allows adults to be admitted into various attractions for free, of…
FREE Christmas Event Bank of England Museum Thursday 21/12/23
17:00 - 20:00 Thursday 21 December 2023 (last entry 19:30) Bank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane, London, EC2R 8AH www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum While supplies last (suggest arriving at the beginning), you can get a free Christmas bauble, to fill with free shredded banknotes. 17:45 - 18:15 The Bank of England Museum…
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.
Money Moral Dilemma: Should I refuse to pay the service charge when eating out?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I've just moved to London from the south-west of England. Restaurants are expensive and normally charge at least 12.5% for service. I visited a café where I was annoyed to be charged the 'dine in' rate of almost £2 more per item, and then charged extra for service too. I paid…
Odeon ticket prices - cheapest options (analysis)
Odeon seat and screen types 'Premier' seats just have a larger headrest. This may restrict the view if you are in subsequent rows behind Premier seats. They are also possibly in the best place in the cinema, but this is not necessarily the case. There is a flat £2 per person supplement for premier seating (e.g. £4 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…
Toby carvery 50% off main meals
Hi this is back on. Lasts until Friday I believe . You need to download the app and show the code to your server, please read the t&c. It says can't be used on buffet, which I'm unsure if that means the carvery itself, as there isn't a lot of choice on "main" meals. Hopefully someone can clarify!
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…
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…
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…

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