Free Entry to Drayton Manor

Drayton Manor for Free in a Morphsuit

Drayton Manor Theme Park are offering FREE entry on Saturday 19 May for those opting to arrive in a morphsuit!  This is a great way to have a bit of fun, help break a world record & gain free entry to this popular Theme Park!

Drayton Manor are offering FREE entry to those wearing a red blue or yellow morphsuit or discounted entry, (£5 per person) for those wearing a different coloured morphsuit!  Help Drayton Manor take on the morphsuit world record, (they need at least 250 people wearing morphsuits) and enjoy some fun compliments of Drayton Manor too.

Can’t make it? We’ve plenty of other Drayton Manor Deals too.

Cinema Ticket Deals for the Weekend

Museums at Night & Free Entry Offers

Worth checking out what your local museums have planned this weekend under the Museums at Night celebrations.  There are some great events being planned and some even better FREE entry deals too.  More details available at Museums at Night Celebrations.

Cinema Deals for the Weekend

All three main cinema chains, (Vue, Odeon & Cineworld), now offer mid morning family screenings at bargain prices.  If you don’t mind an early-ish start in the mornings, this is a great way to enjoy the movies on the cheap.  More details available at Weekend Cinema Deals for Vue, Odeon & Cineworld.

Tesco Clubcard Vouchers Arriving in the Post

Tesco clubcard vouchers are currently arriving in the post!  If you want to get Best Value for your Clubcard Vouchers then take a look at our hints & tips.  It’s also worth noting that Tesco clubard vouchers are also offering five time value on their days out rewards until 11 June, (normal 4 time value), so it could be worth stocking up as vouchers last for 6 months!  More details available at Clubcard Days Out Reward Sale.

BCLM Deals

Apply for Free Tickets to the Black Country Living Museum

Here’s your chance to enter the free ticket draw in May that offers you a chance to pick up FREE tickets to the Black Country Living Museum in Dudley on 30 June 2012. The second draw for the free ticket giveaway at the Black Country Living Museum will be taking place between 21 May & 27 May 2012. More details available at Free Tickets to the Black Country Living Museum.

Free Visits to Alton Towers for Teachers

Alton Towers are offering Primary & Secondary School Teachers free days at this popular Staffordshire Theme Park with the next taster day coming up on 18 May 2012! This offers you & a guest free entry to Alton Towers but spaces are limited. More details available at Free Visits to Alton Towers.

Olympic Torch Relay Around the UK

The Olympic Torch arrives in Cornwall 18 May 2012 and there are plenty of events on offer as the torch relay takes on an 8000 mile journey around the UK.  As they say, the Olympic flame will come within 10 miles of 95% of the UK population…so you shouldn’t have too far to go.  Check out the events going on in your area over the next 70 days.  More details available at Olympic Torch Relay Around the UK.

Eden Project Deals with 2 for 1 Discount Card

Last Few Days to Pick Up a 2 for 1 Discount Card

If you are out & about, pick up a copy of Gardeners’ world, (May edition) that contains a 2 for 1 discount card.  This discount card will gain you free entry to 272 castles, gardens, historic homes & adventure play areas and is valid until 30 April 2013, (some restrictions on use).  More details available at 2 for 1 Discount Card with Gardeners’ World.

We’ve plenty of National Trust Deals as well as Cheap Ticket Options for English Heritage too.

40% off Merlin Theme Park Attractions or 2 for 1 Vouchers

Thorpe Park, Alton Towers, Chessington World of Adventures & Legoland are all currently offering 40% off Theme Park Ticketsfor online bookings made 7 or more days in advance.  Whilst that would mean you can’t visit this weekend, it could be a chance to book ahead.

If you are not sure whether to use a 2 for 1 voucher or a 40% discount, check out our thoughts on our Theme Park Deals Debate.

More details available at;

• Alton Towers Deals
• Cheap Tickets to Thorpe Park
• Voucher & Deals for Legoland, Windsor
• Chessington World of Adventures Deals

Whatever you do, have a good one!

Liz

Vue Cinema Ticket Deal

Cinema Weekend Deals at Vue Cinema

Vue Cinemas offer £1.50 cinema tickets for children, (aged 2 to 12 years), and accompanying adults for families movies throughout the year.

Running every Saturday & Sunday, around 10am, plus every day throughout the school holidays. Simply check your Vue cinema for film listings & times.  Additional charges in place for 3D movies

Cinema Weekend Deals at Odeon Cinema

Odeon Cinema offers mid morning family movies each Saturday & Sunday from just £1 a ticket, (tickets range from £1-£4, depending upon the cinema location).  With each child ticket purchased, an adult ticket is provided FREE of charge. Children are deemed to be between 2 & 12 years old.  More details available at Weekend Cineme Deals for Odeon Cinemas.

This Kids Club from Odeon runs every day throughout most school holidays too.

Cinema Weekend Deals at Cineworld Cinema

Cineworld offers ‘Movies for Juniors’ where adult & child tickets are from £1 for a Saturday morning showing at around 10am. Cineworld usually offer a range of movies although it is worth noting that not all Cineworld cinemas participate in this deal. For further details, go to Weekend Cinema Deals for Cineworld Cinema.

We’ve plenty more Mid Week Deals for Cinemas  too!

Free Entry to Drayton Manor

Free Days Out at 272 UK Gardens, Castles & Adventure Playgrounds

Pick up a copy of Gardeners’ World Magazine, (May edition), that comes with a discount card that offers free entry when accompanied by a full paying adult at 272 gardens across the UK. This discount card is valid until 30 April 2013, (some restrictions on use), and offers free entry to settings such as the Eden Project, Tatton Park, Warwick Castle & Bowood House & gardens. More details available at 2 for 1 Discount Card for 272 UK Gardens.

Free Entry to Drayton Manor

Here’s you chance to gain FREE entry to Drayton Manor Theme Park if you visit dressed up in a morphsuit, (red, blue or yellow) on 19 May 2012 and take part in the morphsuit world record attempt! Free entry plus lots of fun…more details available at Free Entry to Drayton Manor.

Crich Tramway Deals

Free Entry to Dartmoor Zoo

A chance to pick up FREE entry to Dartmoor Zoo on 11 & 12 May 2012 if you volunteer to help out with some conservation work during the weekend. With plenty of activities available for the children such as bug box building, bug hunts & a close encounter sessions, it’s a great way to enjoy a visitor attraction for free. More details available at Free Entry to Dartmoor Zoo.

Free Entry to Crich Tramway

Ok, so not quite in May, but Crich Tramway are offering free entry to local residents on Jubilee Day, 5 June 2012. This is open to residents of Crich, Fritchley, Whatstandwell, Holloway, Bullbridge, Park Head, Ambergate, Sawmills, South Wingfield, Lea & Lea Bridge. Simply bring a utility bill, passport or driving license as proof of residence for free entry for up to 2 adults & 5 children.

BCLM Deals

Apply For Free Tickets to the Black Country Living Museum

Here’s your chance to enter the free ticket draw in May that offers you a chance to pick up FREE tickets to the Black Country Living Museum in Dudley on 30 June 2012. The second draw for the free ticket giveaway at the Black Country Living Museum will be taking place between 21 May & 27 May 2012. More details available at Free Tickets to the Black Country Living Museum.

Free return Visit to Chessington World of Adventures…if it rains!

Chessington World of Adventures offers a rainy day guarantee for days where it rains continuously for an hour or more with a return visit for free. More details available at Chessington World of Adventures Free Return Visit.

So far, the dates that Chessington have recorded as rained for one hour or more are;

• April 2012:
  3rd, 4th, 5th, 9th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th and 28th…plenty to choose from then!

Vue Cinema Ticket Deal

See Mirror Mirror for Free at Vue Cinemas

Here’s a chance to pick up FREE entry to see Mirror Mirror at Vue Cinemas between 4 & 18 May 2012 when you buy any two ticket, you’ll receive the lower priced ticket for free. More details available at Free Entry to Vue Cinemas.

Free Trip to Alton Towers for Teachers

Alton Towers are offering Primary & Secondary School Teachers free days at this popular Staffordshire Theme Park with the next taster day coming up on 18 May 2012! This offers you & a guest free entry to Alton Towers but spaces are limited. More details available at Free Entry to Alton Towers.

Vue Cinema Ticket Deal

2 for 1 Vue Cinema Voucher

Here’s a 2 for 1 voucher from Vue Cinema if you fancy going to watch Mirror Mirror at the movies.  This 2 for 1 voucher is valid from 4-18 May 2012 & only vouchers is valid per transaction.  Simply register for free with Vue Cinema and download your 2 for 1 voucher for Mirror Mirror.  More details available at 2 for 1 Voucher for Vue Cinemas.

We’ve plenty of other Cinema Deals 2012 available too.

Liz

We’ve put together a selection of Ideas for the Bank Holiday Weekend for Tesco Magazine that won’t cost you a fortune.  From the Festival of Chimney Sweeps to the re-opening of the Wales coastal path, there’s something for everyone…and on a budget too.

Go Ape Promotional Code

Go Ape Promotional Code

We’ve teamed up with Go Ape to offer a Go Ape Promotional Code that secures you a £5 discount per person at all 27 Go Ape courses, (excludes Woburn) & is valid throughout 2012, (excluding Saturdays).  More details available at Go Ape/Topdogdays Promotional Code 2012.

Double Deals for Uttoxeter Racecourse for their Big Day Out

Uttoxeter Racecourse in Staffordshire is running the first of it’s family Big Day Out Race meetings on Saturday 5 May 2012 that includes an afternoon of racing plus plenty of children’s entertainment to keep both kids & adults amused.

Worth checking out this double deal offer that provides FREE entry to accompanied under 16′s plus a family ticket that offer 2 adults entry for a combined price of £12…and free parking too.  More details available at Uttoxeter Racecourse Big Day Out.

Gulliver's Theme Park Promotional Code

Gulliver’s Theme Park Promotional Code

Gulliver’s Theme Parks are currently running a promotional code that offers you £5 discount per person on inclusive tickets over the bank holiday weekend.  Simply use the promotional code TDFL01 when booking your Gulliver’s Theme Park tickets to secure this discount.  More details available at Gulliver’s Theme Park Promotional Code.

Gardeners’ World Magazine 2 for 1 Discount Card

Pick up a copy of this month’s Gardeners’ World Magazine that includes a 2 for 1 discount card for 272 gardens around the UK.  This is a great way to enjoy a budget day out throughout the year as discounts are valid until April 2013.  More details available at Gardeners’ World 2 for 1 Discount Card.

Cinema Deals & 2 for 1 at Vue Cinemas

Here’s a 2 for 1 Voucher for Vue Cinemas if you are interested in checking out Mirror Mirror at the movies.  This voucher is valid from 4 – 18 May 2012.

There are plenty of other cinema deals available too over the Bank Holiday Weekend including cinema tickets for just £1.50 per person on family movies.  More details available at Cinema Deals 2012.

Theme Park Deals

Theme Park Deals for Bank Holiday Weekend 2012

If you are planning a trip to a Theme Park this bank holiday weekend, then check out our comprehensive list of deals for top theme parks around the UK including;

• Alton Towers Deals; 2 for 1 vouchers, free tickets, come back tickets.
• Thorpe Park Deals; 2 for 1′s , clubcard offers & bounce back tickets.
• Drayton Manor Deals; Thrill Hopper tickets, 2 for 1′s & free entry.
• Legoland Windsor Deals; 25% off, 2 for 1′s & tips to beat the queues.
• Blackpool Pleasure Beach; 3 for 2 vouchers, Resort Passes & more.

Reduced Priced Nickelodeon Wristbands at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Blackpool Pleasure Beach are offering discounted Nickelodeon wristbands on Friday 4th May for just £10 per person.  Discounted wristbands are only available from 3pm onwards with Nickelodeon rides open until 7pm to celebrate it’s first birthday.  Whilst other Blackpool Pleasure Beach rides close at 5pm, rides times have been extended at Nickelodeon Land on this day only.  Discounted tickets can be purchased in advance from Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Be aware that younger guests may well need to be accompanied on the rides so additional wristbands may be required.  More details available at Nickelodeon Height Restrictions.

Whatever you do, have fun this May bank holiday weekend.

Liz

2 for 1 Discount Card with Gardeners' World

Go Shopping…for a 2 for 1 Discount Card

I don’t normally suggest shopping for a budget idea for the weekend but it might be worth it in this weather!  If you are out and about why not pick up a copy of the Gardeners’ World Magazine, (May edition), that includes a 2 for 1 discount card for 272 gardens around the UK.

This free guide and 2 for 1 discount card is available in store from 24 April 2012 and offers free entry to over 200 gardens when accompanied by a full paying adult.  Whilst some visitor attractions have restrictions on use, the card is valid during 2012 and offers you a great opportunity to gain significant savings throughout the year.

£1.50 Vue Cinema Ticket Deal

Cinema Deals from £1.50 a ticket at Vue Cinema

Vue Cinemas offer £1.50 cinema tickets for children, (aged 2 to 12 years), and accompanying adults for families movies each Saturday & Sunday, around 10am.  This weekend the film of choice is Mr Popper’s Penguins…simply check your Vue cinema for film listing times.

Movies from £1 at Cineworld on Saturdays Mornings

Cineworld offers ‘Movies for Juniors’ where adult & child tickets are from £1 for a Saturday morning showing at around 10am. Cineworld usually offer a range of movies although it is worth noting that not all Cineworld cinemas participate in this deal. This week’s listings include Puss In Boots, The Smurfs & Horrid Henry.

Water World Deals & Thrill Hopper Tickets

Thrill Hopper Tickets; Water World & SnowDome

Consider a Thrill Hopper ticket that offers you one admission to all four of the following:

• Water World
• Tamworth Snowdome, (limited to specific activities)
• Alton Towers
• Drayton Manor

Thrill Hopper tickets can be used anytime, (excluding bank holiday weekends & special events), between 18 March & 31 October 2012.  Single tickets are priced at  £47.50 per person or a family ticket, (2 adults & 2 children) for £142.50.

This is a substantial saving against the cost of four separate entries to these attractions and, as it is valid for the season, you can space out your trips during the year..so for a rainy weekend, try out Water World or the SnowDome in Staffordshire.  More details available at Thrill Hopper Ticket.

Family Big Day Out at Uttoxeter Racecourse

Plan Ahead for Better Weather

Ok, so the weather is terrible now but why not take advantage & use the time to plan ahead for more deals to come…..

Double Deal Ticket at Uttoxeter Racecourse

Plan ahead for the bank holiday weekend and take advantage of this double deal running at Uttoxeter Racecourse that is hosting an afternoon of children’s entertainment & racing.  The racecourse if offering FREE entry to accompanied children under 16, FREE parking plus a deal on adult tickets.  More details available at Uttoxeter Racecourse Big Day Out.

Free Tickets to Disneyland, Paris until 30 April

Last few days to pick up free tickets to Disneyland Paris for Sky TV customers as this deal ends on 30 April, (although visits can take place between 1 April & 31 October 2012).  There is also a chance to pick up a free ticket if you visit on or within 6 days of your birthday too, (& this deal is open to everyone!)  More details available at Free Tickets to Disneyland Paris.

Legoland Discovery Centre Deals

Legoland Discovery Centre 2 for 1 Voucher

200 Tesco brand products currently offering 2 for 1 vouchers for Merlin visitor attractions including Legoland Discovery Centre.  For more details, go to Legoland Discovery Centre Deals.  Remember you might not be the only ones with this idea, so check out our Tips to Beat the Queues at Legoland Discovery Centre.

Free Annual Pass Upgrade at UK Visitor Attractions

We’ve put together a comprehensive list of visitor attractions around the UK that offer a FREE annual upgrade with a day’s admission price.  Many of these attractions are indoors and offers a very cheap way to keep saving all year long & enjoy a day inside away from the wet weather.  More details available at Free Annual Pass Upgrades.

Whatever you do, I hope it’s a good one!

Liz

Easter on a Budget

Theme Parks on a Budget Over Easter

All the Theme Parks are now open for Easter 2012.  We’ve plenty of theme park deals available plus a wealth of  tips to beat the queues at these popular attractions.  Check out our favourite theme park deals;

What’s New at Alton Towers; check out our Review of Nemesis Sub Terra & Ice Age 4D.

Gulliver’s Theme Park Deal;  check out the new Inclusive Ticket for Gulliver’s Theme Park.

Drayton Manor 2 for 1 voucher; use this 2 for 1 voucher for Drayton Manor over Easter.

Thorpe Park 2012; check out The Swarm at Thorpe Park this Easter.

High Rope Courses on a Budget over Easter

Aerial Extreme Deals & Discounts; plenty of deals & discounts available for Aerial Extreme.

Go Ape Promotional Discount;  we have teamed up with Go Ape to offer a Top Dog/Go Ape Promotional Code for 2012.  More details available at Go Ape Promotional Code 2012.

Cheap Cinema Tickets Over Easter

If you prefer some indoor fun this Easter, there are plenty of ways to bag a bargain this Easter including £1.50 cinema tickets available each day.  More details available at Cheap Cinema Tickets for Easter.

Waterpark Deals Over Easter

Fancy getting wet this Easter, then check out our Alton Towers Waterpark Deals or Gulliver’s Splash Zone.

Liz

We’ve teamed up with Go Ape to offer at Go Ape Promotional Code for 2012.

Drayton Manor 2 for 1 Voucher

Drayton Manor 2 for 1 Voucher

Check out this 2 for 1 voucher for Drayton Manor that is valid until15 April 2012.

Simply register with Drayton Manor & download your 2 for 1 to take advantage of one free ticket when a  full price adult ticket is purchased, (standard price £36 per adult).  One offer per voucher per transaction.  More details available at Drayton Manor 2 for 1 voucher.

Cheap Tickets to Alton Towers, Drayton Manor, Water World & SnowDome

Invest in a Thrill Hopper Ticket to access discounted combined entry to Alton Towers, Drayton Manor, Water World & SnowDome…and as it’s valid for 2012, you can space out your visits during the year.  More details available at Thrill Hopper Ticket Offer.

Gulliver's Theme Park Deals

Gulliver’s Theme Park

New for 2012, Gulliver’s Theme Park are offering a fully inclusive ticket that includes entry & access to all the rides, lunch, drink, ice-cream and even a gift voucher for the kids to treat themselves.  More details available at Gulliver’s Theme Park Deals.

Vue Cinema £1.50 Tickets for Adults & Children over Easter

Vue Cinemas offer £1.50 cinema tickets for children, (aged 2 to 12 years), and accompanying adults for families movies throughout the year.  These mid morning movies run each day throughout the Easter school holidays.  Running this Easter is Alvin & the Chipmonks – Chipwrecked &  A Monster in Paris, (standard & 3D versions).

Simply check your Vue cinema for film listings & times.  3D movies charged at £2.75 per person.  Plenty more Cinema Deals available too.

Coaster Madness at Thorpe Park

Theme Park Deals for Easter

If you are planning a trip to a Theme Park this Easter, then check out our comprehensive list of deals & discounts for top Theme Parks across the country.

More details available at Alton Towers Deals 2012, Thorpe Park Deals 2012, Drayton Manor Deals for Easter, Gullliver Theme Park Deals & Legoland Windsor Deals 2012.

Why not check out our Insider Guides too that offer a wealth of tips to beat the queues plus money saving tips to enjoy a day out on a budget.

Free Tickets to Disneyland Paris for Sky TV Customers

There is still time for Sky TV customers to pick up 2 FREE tickets to Disneyland Paris.  Simply book your 2 free tickets to Disneyland Paris by 30 April & visit between 1 April & 31 October 2012.  More details available at Free Tickets to Disneyland Paris.

Whatever you do, keep it cheap!

Liz

Mums Go Free Deals

Mums Go Free on Mother’s Day

With Mother’s Day on Sunday 18 March, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of visitor attractions around the UK that are offering Mums Go Free or discounted entrance this weekend.  More details available at Mum’s Go Free on Mother’s Day 2012.

Chessington World of Adventure Preview Days 17 & 18 March

Chessington is the only theme park to offer a free preview weekend for passholders with a limited number of tickets still available.  This gives pasholders a chance to view the park before the main season begins and, (fingers crossed), away from the crowds!  More details available at  Chessington Preview Days 2012.  For plenty more deals for this popular theme park go to Chessington World of Adventure Deals

Coaster Madness at Thorpe Park

Thorpe Park & The Swarm

Thorpe Park is now officially open and has a new winged £18m coaster, The Swarm to experience this season.  Plenty of Thorpe Park Deals too including 2 for 1 vouchers being issued at Wh Smith until 25 March with every purchase.

Vue Cinema 2 for 1 Voucher for The Descendants & Chronicle

Last day today, (16 March 2012) to pick up a 2 for 1 voucher at Vue Cinemas to see either The Descendants or Chronicle.  More details available at 2 for 1 Voucher for Vue Cinemas.  Plenty more Cinema Deals available too including £1.25 family movies this weekend!

Free Tickets to Alton Towers

Free Tickets to Alton Towers with The Sun

If you are collecting tokens in The Sun for your 2 Free Tickets to Alton Towers, your last few tokens are being issued this weekend.  Remember that all applications must be received by 22 March 2012 so it doesn’t give you much time!

Free Tickets to Disneyland Paris for Sky TV Customers

Sky TV customers can take advantage of 2 Free Tickets to Disneyland Paris this season, so well worth applying online.  Need to be quick with this deal as it’s on a first come first served basis!

Whatever you do, have a good one!

Liz

2 for 1 Vue Cinema Deal

2 for 1 Voucher for Vue Cinemas

Here’s a 2 for 1 voucher for participating Vue Cinemas for films showings of;

• War House, (valid until 9 March)
• Chronicle, (valid until 16 March)
• The Descendants, (valid until 16 March)

Simply download the voucher and take with you to a participating Vue Cinema on the day of your visit, (not valid for online bookings). Buy any 2 ticket to the same screening of the film of your choice & receive the lower priced ticket for free.  Only 1 voucher per transaction.

More details available at 2 for 1 Voucher for Vue Cinemas.

Plenty more Cinema Deals 2012 available too including £1.25 weekend tickets!

Liz