From free sushi to free football coaching for your kids, Emma Roberts uncovers the best freebie finds of the summer.
Save your hard earn cash- splash out on freebies instead!
The only thing better than a brilliant bargain is a fantastic freebie. Everybody loves getting their hands on free goodies and here you can find the hottest freebies of the moment!
1) Free toy car membership pack
If your kids are already complaining of summer holiday induced boredom, get your hands on one of these free Formula Hotwheels membership packs. It’ll keep them out of mischief, for a little while at least.
2) Free Pampers sample
Pampers is giving away free samples of its UnderJams pyjama pants, designed for children who wet the bed. Pampers will also throw in a voucher that will save you a generous £5.19 off your next buy.
3) Free sim card
If you don’t want the hassle of signing up for an expensive mobile phone contract but admit you’re a bit of a text-a-holic, then O2 has the answer. O2 is giving away a new Simplicity Simcard for free, which gives you unlimited texts if you top it up with a fiver or more. Just enter your details on the website to receive your two shiny new sims.
4) Free energy saving plug
It’s a great idea to do all you can to save energy around your home. After all, it will save you money and make you feel a little less guilty about the environment. If you’re over 70 or claiming benefits, then you’re eligible to grab one of these LIME energy saving plugs for free.
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5) Free Wii remote jacket
Nintendo’s Wii console can be great fun, but it’s not so entertaining when an over-enthusiastic game of tennis results in one of the remotes flying towards a window. If you purchased your Wii console before Nintendo introduced their rubber grip jackets for the Wii remotes, you can get one for free from Nintendo’s website.
6) Free sushi
Hands up, who’s wanted to try sushi but never been brave enough? Well now, there’s no excuse for not tucking into some scrumptious sushi at Yo Sushi, as it's giving away a free plate for sushi virgins. Just text ‘Virgin’ to 60300 to get the voucher sent to your phone.
7) Free cheeseburger and chips
Whoever said that there’s no such thing as a free lunch has clearly never visited Yates’s website, where you get a voucher for a free burger and chips when you sign up.
8) Free football coaching
If your kids are kicking up a fuss about having nothing to do this summer, get them kicking a football instead with Tesco’s free FA skill sessions. They’re open for kids aged 5-11 and you never know, your child could end up becoming a soccer super star.
9) Free DVD rental
For those who enjoy a cosy night in, Tesco Entertainment is offering a 14 day free trial of their DVD rental service. If you enjoy the service, you can sign up for unlimited DVD and videogame rental for as little as £2.50 a week.
10) Free doggy sleeping bag
Many of us will be heading to the great wilderness and going camping over the summer holidays, but why should your pampered pooch have to sleep in the cold? You can get your hands on a free dog sleeping bag at petmaxi.com.
11) Free computer games
Avid gamers rejoice, you can download the full popular Command and Conquer games, Tiberian Sun and Firestorm for free. If you’re a keen online gamer, check out Quake Live, where you can play the action-packed shooter online with hundreds of other gamers and it doesn’t cost a thing.
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12) Free Aftershave
Hugo Boss are giving away samples of their new fragrance, Bottled Night. To claim your free sample complete this short form with your details.
13) Free health club pass
If you’re still struggling to get that beach body in time for your holiday then why not take up Virgin Active Health Clubs on its offer of a free day pass? You’ll get a full induction on all of Virgin's fantastic facilities for free.
14) Free Yorkshire tea
We can’t say no to a good brew, especially if it’s free. The kind people at Yorkshire tea are offering free samples, so stock up on your favourite biscuits and pop the kettle on.
15) Free Language Lessons
Fancy learning another language? Well, Rosetta Stone can start you off on your linguistic journey, as it's giving away language CD demos for free.
Enjoy!