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  • How to Make Friends in London & Meet New People

    How to Make Friends in London & Meet New People

    LONDON
    January 18, 2023

    London is such an exciting city, with endless sights and attractions to keep you entertained. It can be lonely however, especially for newbies starting afresh and looking to make a new circle of friends. As someone who has been in this exact position not all that long ago, here are 18 ideas for how to…

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  • How to start an Ironing Business from Home

    How to start an Ironing Business from Home

    MAKING MONEY
    December 7, 2022

    Looking to earn some extra cash but not sure which side hustle is for you? Perhaps a home based ironing business could be the perfect idea. If you are trying to earn a bit of additional pocket money around your 9-5, or even hoping to build a business from the comfort of your own home,…

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  • How to Make Money on Maternity Leave (13 BEGINNERS SIDE HUSTLES)

    How to Make Money on Maternity Leave (13 BEGINNERS SIDE HUSTLES)

    MAKING MONEY
    December 1, 2022

    Making money on maternity leave can be tricky. You need to find side hustles that can work around you, your baby, and of course, your new nap and feeding schedule! The ideal tasks should be not too time consuming, with minimal to no set up costs. Certain side hustles can be very lucrative, but can…

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  • Rent your car out for cash (Make £650+ per month)

    Rent your car out for cash (Make £650+ per month)

    MAKING MONEY
    November 30, 2022

    At Saving in London City, we love ways to make money and save the planet. Did you know there are over 40 million cars parked on the roads and driveways in the UK? On average, vehicles in the UK sit idle 96% of the time. Particularly in London, due to efficient public transport options, cars…

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  • Best Designer Outlets in London & the South East

    Best Designer Outlets in London & the South East

    LONDON
    November 9, 2022

    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…

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  • Try a Wonky bread box for £2.99! (Review & discount code)

    Try a Wonky bread box for £2.99! (Review & discount code)

    SAVING MONEY
    October 22, 2022

    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 by Earth and Wheat, I placed my order immediately. I have…

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  • 15 Tips for Entering Competitions (& Winning!)

    15 Tips for Entering Competitions (& Winning!)

    LIFESTYLE
    October 19, 2022

    Entering competitions has been a hobby I’ve enjoyed since I was a teenager. My first competition win was an mp3 player way back in 2007, which I won via a contest on the back of a Nik Naks packet. I remember submitting my code and excitedly shouting to my family that I had won. From…

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  • 31 Best Apps to Make Money in the UK

    31 Best Apps to Make Money in the UK

    MAKING MONEY
    September 19, 2022

    Lots of us are feeling the squeeze lately due to the cost of living crisis. You might be wondering, “How can I make some quick money?” Well, look no further! In this article, we are going to be doing a deep dive into 31 of the best apps to make money fast in the UK…

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  • Is Shopping a Hobby? 10 Things to do Instead

    Is Shopping a Hobby? 10 Things to do Instead

    SAVING MONEY
    September 13, 2022

    A spot of retail therapy can be enjoyable, and shopping is an essential part of life for the majority; we all need to buy things! It’s important to point out that there is nothing inherently wrong with enjoying the ocassional shopping trip; I think many of us do. However for some, it can become a…

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  • 3 Best Cat Cafe’s in London to Visit this Weekend

    3 Best Cat Cafe’s in London to Visit this Weekend

    LONDON
    September 8, 2022

    If you are looking for a unique experience in London, then look no further! Visiting a cat cafe was high on my London bucket list, and I was so glad I ticked this one off. Cat cafe’s have increased in popularity in the UK over the past decade, as venues for customers to sip on…

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📍Chelsea in Bloom, Chelsea
💸 Free to visit
🎟 No tickets required 
If you're looking for a cheaper alternative to the Chelsea Flower show, this could be a perfect way to spend an afternoon🌸
The themed displays are up until Sunday, but visit earlier if you can as many of the displays are made using fresh flowers💐 
Let me know if you manage to nab any freebies at the festival this year!🌼

Spotted this cute strawberry and gingham picnic ra
Spotted this cute strawberry and gingham picnic range in Flying Tiger this week🍓 perfect for summer afternoons in the park on a budget 
Regretting not picking up the strawberry cushion now at the beginning of the vid (considering going back for it because it's so adorable 😬) 
Tell me your fave items! And follow for more money saving & budget shopping vids

The bluebells are out! The perfect way to spend a
The bluebells are out! The perfect way to spend a peaceful afternoon for free💸 Pack a flask of coffee and go explore 
Osterley Park charges an entrance fee but if you were able to nab one of the free @nationaltrust family passes last month you should be able to visit for free😊
Remember to save for free activity inspo! 
& follow for more cheap days out🕺

I spent the first bank holiday weekend of the mont
I spent the first bank holiday weekend of the month in Cornwall for a wedding 🥰 
I saved money by:
👗rewearing a dress I wore to two weddings last year instead of buying a new outfit. The only thing I bought 'new' to wear was a pair of vintage earrings for £5 
🚂 using a two together railcard to get discounted train tickets from Paddingtton to Truro 
The weather was the perfect and the wedding was beautiful💒

Did you know that NHS staff can visit Westminster
Did you know that NHS staff can visit Westminster Abbey for free until September 2023? 
Adult tickets usually cost £27 per person, but if you are an NHS, emergency services or armed forces staff member just show your badge on entry and you will be granted free admission 😊 
There is no option to reserve tickets in advance, so just show up and queue until you reach the front desk. 
Another bucket list item ticked off my list ✅ we had fun being tourists for the day and saved £54 on tickets too💸 
I am on the hunt for more attractions or activities that offer discounted entry for NHS staff 🕵️‍♀️ If you know of any please drop them in the comments! 
(Reminder that the Abbey is now closed until 8th May for the Coronation! So save this post to remind you for later)

🐰 Easter activities on a budget🐰

If you're
🐰 Easter activities on a budget🐰
If you're wondering what to do this weekend to keep the family entertained, I have 3 cheap ideas for fun activities 🐣 All of these require very little prep too
Let me know if you will be giving any of these activities a go! The chocolate bar game is my fave😋🍫
Happy bank holiday weekend!!🐥


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