We’d like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum.

This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are – or become – political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING

Hello Forumites! However well-intentioned, for the safety of other users we ask that you refrain from seeking or offering medical advice. This includes recommendations for medicines, procedures or over-the-counter remedies. Posts or threads found to be in breach of this rule will be removed.
The MSE Forum Team would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year. However, we know this time of year can be difficult for some. If you're struggling during the festive period, here's a list of organisations that might be able to help
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!
Has MSE helped you to save or reclaim money this year? Share your 2025 MoneySaving success stories!

The 'LoveFoodHateWaste' giveaway

17677798182331

Comments

  • I spend about £1.50 a day on my lunch
  • My son spends £3.50 a day on lunch. Packed lunch must surely be cheaper!! Fingers crossed!
  • I make my own sandwiches for lunch, usually costs just under £1, maybe £1.50 if I treat myself to a bag of crisps or a choccie bar!
  • I spend about £1.30 a day except on a Wednesday when I meet friends and spend about £3.00:beer:
  • Luna69
    Luna69 Posts: 409 Forumite
    I have lunch at home so less than £1 a day I'd think for me. Kids have packed lunches too. If I do buy out when in work it's about £2.50
  • I make a packed lunch for myself, my husband and two children. Probably costs no more than £4 - £5 for all four of us
  • I spend about £3 on my lunch most days - need to start taking my own!
  • About £2..................................
  • LowRob
    LowRob Posts: 21 Forumite
    Most days (like today) I bring in something from home for lunch which costs £1 at the very most. I do occasionally forget and have to spend £3+ on something like a pasta salad from Marks. I guess this happens about once a week so let's say £1.50 a day on average.
  • Spend about a fiver a day, not intentionally - always mean to bring packed lunch but always fail!
This discussion has been closed.
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 353K Banking & Borrowing
  • 253.9K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 454.8K Spending & Discounts
  • 246K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 602.1K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 177.8K Life & Family
  • 260K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.7K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.