During the summer, we want to make the most of the (often short lived) weeks of sunshine and spend as many of our days out and about as possible. Treasure hunts in London combine a competitive, team building element, with the chance to spend time outdoors, exploring less familiar areas of the city with friends. The perfect summer activity! My family love any type of board game, escape room or chance to solve a puzzle, so I’ve completed several treasure hunts over the years. They have always lead me to areas of London that were brand new to me, so it’s a guaranteed way see something new! This l ..read more

When money is tight, it can be a great idea to ‘try before you buy,’ and make the most of a free trial before parting with your cash. There are some excellent free trials available for a range of products at the moment, including streaming services, audiobook platforms, cleaning products and even food delivery boxes. I’ve added a table of contents as this post is likely to be long, so you can skip to the specific trial you’re interested in here: Table of Contents Best Free Trials UK Audiobook Free Trials Book Beat – 75 days of free audiobooks Audible – 1 free audiobook credit (or 2 for Amaz ..read more

Right now, Green Chef UK are offering a FREE first recipe box for new customers! Read on to find out more about the box and how to claim yours… Join our Freebie club! Sign up for the best deals, hacks and freebies, straight to your inbox! Join Today Loading… You’re in! You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Look out for our first email with the latest tips and freebies! [Savinginlondoncity.com uses affiliate links. which means that if you click through to a website and register or purchase something, I get a commission from that sale at no extra cost to you. However, all ..read more

London is a paradise for nerds of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re a history buff, science enthusiast, anime nerd, transport loving dork, or comic book aficionado, the city offers a wealth of attractions and activities to satisfy your inner geek. As a money saving nerd myself, I’m interested in saving money and free stuff, so I’m going to make sure I include tons of budget friendly activity options in this guide! Here is your ultimate guide to the top nerdy things to do in London… [Savinginlondoncity.com uses affiliate links. which means that if you click through to a website and register ..read more

We all love a freebie, and I have a knack of finding some of the best free stuff around, so thought I’d start a series! Whether you’re looking to be a little more frugal this year, or are trying to save money due to the cost of living crisis, I’ve got you!  Here are some of the best freebies which you can claim this month… [Savinginlondoncity.com uses affiliate links. which means that if you click through to a website and register or purchase something, I get a commission from that sale at no extra cost to you. However, all opinions and reviews are my own!] Freebies you can claim this mon ..read more

Dining out is a real treat, but one I think we should all be able to enjoy every so often; there’s nothing like the luxury of eating a meal you haven’t had to plan, shop for and prepare! Whether you enjoy dining out with friends, as part of a date night or for a special occasion such as a loved one’s birthday, there are plenty of reasons to head out and enjoy some delicious food with great company. Meals out can be pretty pricey however, but luckily there are plenty of apps, coupons and discounts you can get your mitts on to bring your dining bill down. Here are nine ways to reduce the cost of ..read more

If you are a freelancer, or spend time working remotely, you might want to change up your workspace. Sure, working at home can be nice, wearing pajama bottoms all day and enjoying lie ins. However, balance is key, and sometimes you need to get out and about, to meet new people and switch things up! With energy prices rising at an alarming rate, and many of us spending our days a little more isolated than pre-pandemic times, I thought it might be the right time to share some of the best locations for coworking in London. Best of all, every location on this list is free to try, and some of them ..read more

The words ‘designer’ and ‘budget’ are rarely heard in the same sentence are they? However there are places to get your hands on designer branded items at reduced prices though, if you know where to look. If you’re interested in buying designer items, then an outlet is your number one destination. We all want to make sure we’re getting the best deal, and saving as many of those hard-earned pennies as possible! There are several designer outlets and boutiques across London selling branded items at a discount. If you have a favourite brand, it’s probably included at one of these stores! Read on f ..read more

Calling all bread fans! You may be familiar with wonky veg boxes… but have you heard of wonky bread boxes? I’m always looking for ways to save money and reduce my grocery bill, so when I came across the world’s first wonky bread box subscription by Earth and Wheat, I placed my order immediately. I have an excellent code if you are looking to try too, meaning your first box will be just £3.99! Image credit: Canva What are wonky boxes? If you aren’t familiar with wonky food boxes, they are a method of selling off misshapen or ‘wonky’ produce. This produce does not meet the supermarket standards ..read more

If you’re a fellow NHS employee, you are probably aware of NHS discount. But did you know how many places you can actually use your badge to get money off? There are probably more than you think. I never miss a chance to whip out my badge or Blue Light card for a discount, and over the years I’ve got free concert tickets, free entry to Westminster Abbey, free entry to Kew Gardens, plus saved money on more purchases than I can count! I’ve put together the ultimate list of NHS discounts – bookmark this page in your browser, and you’ll be able to easily refer back to it whenever you’re making a p ..read more