Grab a Treat on a Budget: Money-Saving Tips and Tricks

Discover how to grab a treat on a budget with our latest money-saving tips and tricks. From free drinks to discounted meals, we've got you covered!
Grab a Treat on a Budget: Money-Saving Tips and Tricks

Grab a Treat on a Budget

Are you tired of breaking the bank every time you want to enjoy a treat with your family? Worry no more! We’ve got some fantastic money-saving tips to help you indulge in your favorite treats without burning a hole in your pocket.

Octopus ‘Octoplus’ Rewards

Did you know that Octopus’s rewards, under the “Octoplus” tab on the app, have just gotten even better? You can now choose between a free Greggs regular hot drink or a free hot or cold drink of any size from Cafe Nero! This freebie could save you around £228 a year, depending on the drink you choose. Don’t miss out! Look out for other offers on the app too, such as 25% off at selected restaurants and free National Trust passes to visit one of the many great attractions in our region. Plus, there are often bonus pop-up freebies like a free sweet treat.

Get rewarded with Octopus

Free Baby and Child First Aid Session

Ikea in Wednesbury is hosting a free baby and child first aid session, ran by Sandwell council on Wednesday, May 22. Head online to the Ikea website to book a space. The store is also offering ‘Swe-dish Fridays’ on every Friday until August 30, where all your favorite dishes are just half price when you show an Ikea family member card. This membership is free to sign up to. This means that a six-piece breakfast is just £1.25, eight meatballs and mash is £2.45, and kids’ pasta is only 45p. Ikea regularly puts on free events throughout the year, so it’s always worth checking the events section of the website.

Enjoy ‘Swe-dish Fridays’ at Ikea

Pizza Hut Discount

Pizza Hut has a brilliant 2 for 1 offer until Sunday, May 19. The offer is valid on mains, sides, and desserts, just enter the code ‘2for1food’ when ordering your food via your mobile. This offer is valid for dining in only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. You could, however, save a little bit more by paying with a cashback gift card from the ‘Jam Doughnut’ instant cashback app.

Enjoy 2 for 1 at Pizza Hut

Pizza Express Double Dough Balls

Pizza Express is offering buy one get one free dough balls when dining in on a Monday to Thursday until May 23. This offer can’t be used alongside other offer rewards, but you can still earn pizza stamps. Plus, get extra cashback with an instant cashback gift card from Jam Doughnut.

Enjoy double dough balls at Pizza Express

Asda Baby & Toddler Club

The Asda rewards app has a new baby & toddler club that is free to sign up to and will give you 10% back into your cash pot on all baby items, including nappies, toiletries, food, and selected clothing until June 30. Simply head over to the app and click “join” on the club. To ensure you’re getting the highest savings possible, don’t forget to utilize sites such as Top Cashback, Quidco, Jam Doughnut, Everup, and Airtime Rewards for cashback at Asda too.

Join Asda’s baby & toddler club

Free Watermelon Cocktail

The All Bar One app currently has a free watermelon picante cocktail for everyone to try, valid until May 31. This cocktail is worth a huge £12.95, so a brilliant freebie. The app is free to download and sign up to, and you’ll find the freebie in your “wallet” tab in the app.

Enjoy a free watermelon cocktail at All Bar One

Subway Reminder

Finally, I have an important reminder to ensure you don’t miss out: Subway rewards are changing. Therefore, you must use your existing reward points by 5 pm on Tuesday, May 14. Don’t let those points expire; enjoy some free snacks or lunch!

Don’t miss out on Subway rewards