Don't know what to do with the kids this half-term?  

Holly Smith, the Coupon Queen and Money Expert, joins me to chat about how it's now cheaper to go on a fun-filled family staycation than to stay at home.

According to a new study by Butlins, it costs the average family £348.25** to entertain the kids with various child-friendly activities over the course of four days at home.  The research found that single trips to the theatre, swimming pool, soft play centre, fairground and pantomime all add up to the triple figure total.

With families under pressure from the cost-of-living crisis, many have already cut down on takeaways and meals out to afford trips away. 

Holly provides money saving tips - from supermarket coupons to family days out to getting away for as little as £50!  

Also, check out your Council website for ideas of activities for children during half-term.

Heather Hilder-Darling

October 2022

** Based on average UK costs for individual activities for a family of four in the UK