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They're tricky to get your hands on but we have sp

They're tricky to get your hands on but we have spotted them in North London (before 9am)!

Ever wondered if you really need a TV licence, and

Ever wondered if you really need a TV licence, and could be saving £159 a year instead? Swipe the slides to see! It’s worth mentioning that you still have to fill a ‘no licence needed’ form (which you can do online, and if you’re filling out the form, we might recommend disconnecting your aerial just in case)

Live on the blog now, Alex shares one of her favor

Live on the blog now, Alex shares one of her favorite easy upcycles - Link in bio to read!

This Saturday is Black Pound Day! And one of our f

This Saturday is Black Pound Day! And one of our favourite brands @thecornrow are offering a 15% discount across their site! Use code “FRUGALITY15” from today until Friday 10th of June. The Cornrow is a love letter to African and Caribbean heritage. The sisters have a passion for both sourcing and creating homeware and lifestyle products that represent themselves as modern Black British women. We love the books, art work and bedding from The Cornrow! For more of our favourites, shop our edit on The Cornrow website. Link on stories!

FREE things to do with kids in London this Bank Ho

FREE things to do with kids in London this Bank Holiday!

Yet to plan anything for the upcoming Bank Holiday and don't have a local street party to go to? You are not alone!
Alex recommends her top 5 FREE things to do in London (yep, it's possible!) - at any time of year (we will do a museum one soon!)

1. Deen city farm. Where Alex first discovered she was allergic to fur at 4 years old - but loved it anyway! The farm will be hosting a community street party 3rd - 4th June. Entry is free but remember to book a slot!
2. Camley street natural park in King's Cross. The woodland, grassland and wetland provide a habitat for birds, butterflies, amphibians and plant life - on 4th June there is a chance to go pond-dipping and mini-beast hunting.
3. Somerset House offers free admission to some exhibitions but it's the fountains outside which we love - don't forget a change of clothes!
4. Coram’s Fields is a playground where adults aren't allowed unaccompanied by a child - the sandpits, paddling pool and zipliners are sure to keep the kids busy.
5. Crystal Palace Park - a must for dinosaur lovers, where else in the world can you visit a Victorian dino-park?!

Chelsea in Bloom is underway! Shops, cafes and ins

Chelsea in Bloom is underway! Shops, cafes and installations set up amongst London’s Chelsea neighborhood (whilst the Chelsea Flower show is on nearby). It's absolutely free and something wonderful to take in as you shop, take photos or just walk by with a coffee! On until 28th May, you can find a map on the chelseainbloom.co.uk site and even have a chance to win competitions by posting window displays!

Last weeks newsletter included a SPF review tested

Last weeks newsletter included a SPF review tested by The Frugality Team. Here are some of our affordable favorites!

1. @vichylaboratoires - Protective Hydrating Water SPF 30.
2. @garnieruk - Ambre Solaire Ultra Light SPF50+
3. @gruum_hq - SPF50 Face Sunscreen
4. @beautypie - Featherlight SPF50 *Members price.
5. @bondisands - Hydra Protect Fluid SPF 50+
6. @larocheposay - Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+

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Marni x Uniqlo lands today (and there are plenty o

Marni x Uniqlo lands today (and there are plenty of sizes online!), after years of getting wayyyy too excited by designer High Street collabs, Alex picks the items she thinks will really stand the test of time. Link in bio!

On The-Frugality.com, author @sydney.piercey , sha

On The-Frugality.com, author @sydney.piercey , shares her favourite zero-waste playtime makes.
Link in bio for easy upcycle crafts, using stuff you already have!

The John and Lewis ANYDAY cushions are finally bac

The John and Lewis ANYDAY cushions are finally back in stock! I would be quick, as all colours sold out after the last time Alex posted them 😅 Link on our stories. Posted with permission from @katherine_ormerod

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