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Are Merlin Annual Passes worth it and which pass is best, frugal mum guide
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Are Merlin Annual Passes Worth It & Which Pass is Best?

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 9th November 2026
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If you’re wondering ‘Are Merlin Annual Passes worth it?’ and which pass is the best option for your…
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Christmas on a budget, Cheap festive family days out with the kids, frugal mum guide
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10 Cheap and Free Christmas Days Out with Kids

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 25th October 2026
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If you’re celebrating Christmas on a budget then you’ve come to the right place – here are 10…
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Cheap School Holiday Discounts for UK Days Out with the Kids for Summer 2026, frugal mum guide
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15 School Holiday Discounts for UK Days Out with the Kids (Summer 2026)

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 16th July 2026
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I’ve been hunting out UK attractions that are offering discounts over the 2026 school summer holidays – so…
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Kids Eat Free (or for £1) During the School Summer Holidays 2026, frugal mum guide
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Kids Eat Free (or for £1) During the School Summer Holidays 2026

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 14th July 2026
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If you’re looking to get out and about on a budget, here are lots of places KIDS EAT…
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22 Best Parkdean Resorts for Family Holidays

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 1st July 2026
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I’ve been hunting out the best Parkdean Resorts for family holidays – for fun filled UK getaways with…
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Merlin “Twice the Fun” Offer. How to Get 2 for 1 Tickets, frugal mum guide
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Merlin “Twice the Fun” Offer: How to Get 2 for 1 Tickets

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 25th June 2026
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🌟 This offer has now ended but here’s a new one for you – the Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday…
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5 Best UK Theme Parks for Teenagers, frugal mum guide
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5 Best UK Theme Parks for Teenagers (Ranked for Thrill Rides)

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 20th May 2026
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Here are my 5 top picks for the best theme parks for teenagers in the UK. If you’ve…
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10 Best Family Travel Deals – May Bank Holiday 2026 Sales!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 1st May 2026
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If you’re looking to travel in the UK or Europe on a budget with kids, I’ve rounded up…
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Merlin London Pass Deal 5 Attractions + FREE Theme Park Ticket
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Merlin London Pass Deal: 5 Attractions + FREE Theme Park Ticket (£59)

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 15th April 2026
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🌟 This offer has now ended but here’s a new one for you – the Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday…
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how to have fun on a budget in the school holidays, UK, cheap kids and family days out, summer, frugal mum tips
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20 Ways to Have Cheap Days Out with Kids – Weekends & School Holidays Sorted!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 12th April 2026
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Here’s my guide to having cheap days out with the kids – with 20 ways to have fun…
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The Sun Newspaper £9.50 Holiday Guide & March 2026 Codes!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 1st March 2026
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This is a full guide and review for your £9.50 Sun Newspaper Holiday – plus the codes you’ll…
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How to get a FREE Merlin Annual Pass, short break offer, frugal mum guide
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How to Get a FREE Merlin Annual Pass – Short Break Offer!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 21st February 2026
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🌟 This offer has now ended but here’s a new one for you – the Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday…
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The best 2026 family travel deals, frugal mum travel guide, uk and europe
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The 10 best 2026 family travel deals – February sales!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 20th February 2026
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If you want to travel in the UK or Europe on a budget with the kids, then you’ve…
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The best Park Holidays UK resorts for families, frugal mum travel guide
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20 Best Park Holidays UK Resorts for Families

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 18th February 2026
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I’ve been hunting out the best Park Holidays UK sites for fun filled family holidays with the kids.…
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The 10 best English Heritage sites to visit with kids

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 1st February 2026
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A family English Heritage membership can be a great way to enjoy days out with the kids on…
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travel deals, discounts and sales for budget family holidays with the kids in the UK and Europe
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The 10 best January sale family travel deals

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 25th December 2025
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If you love a January sale, and you want to travel in the UK or Europe on a…
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Butlins vs Haven, Which holiday is best for your family, frugal mum review
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Butlins vs Haven: Which holiday is best for your family?

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 20th December 2025
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Welcome to my Butlins vs. Haven debate – which holiday is best? When it comes to family holidays…
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The 10 best Away Resorts family holidays with hot tubs, frugal mum guide
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10 Best Away Resorts Family Holidays with Hot Tubs

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 10th December 2025
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If you’re looking for lodges with hot tubs for your UK family staycation, an Away Resorts getaway might…
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Trusted Housesitters Family Travel Guide

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 25th November 2025
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I’ve put together a complete Trusted Housesitters family travel guide to help you to explore on a budget…
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Black friday family travel deals sales discounts uk and europe 2025
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The 10 best Black Friday 2025 family holiday travel deals

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 25th November 2025
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If you’re on the hunt for some 2025 Black Friday travel deals then look no further – I’ve…
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How to Home Educate on a Budget: UK Discounts, Resources & Tips

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 20th November 2025
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As an ex-teacher, and a homeschooling parent, I thought it would be useful to put together a guide…
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10 ways to save money on a UK Haven Holiday - discounts, deals and tips
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10 Ways to Save Money on Haven Holidays – Deals, Discounts & Tips

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 19th November 2025
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If you’re looking to book a Haven holiday, and want to save some money, then check out my…
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How can my child get a Blue Peter Badge? Enjoy over 200 free days out to UK attractions!

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 18th November 2025
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Want to enjoy over 200 UK free days out to UK attractions? Then it’s time for your child…
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UK family budget travel, cheap staycation holiday, frugal mum tips
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15 Ways to Save Money on UK Family Holidays

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 3rd November 2025
  • 2 comments
Fancy a cheap UK staycation this year and need some ideas to help you to plan your family…
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Black Friday Merlin Annual Pass Sale, frugal mum guide
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Black Friday Merlin Annual Pass Sale – Savings, Dates & Details! (2026)

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 9th November 2026
Are Merlin Annual Passes worth it and which pass is best, frugal mum guide
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  • Merlin Attractions
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  • UK family budget holiday tips
  • UK Theme Park reviews

Are Merlin Annual Passes Worth It & Which Pass is Best?

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 9th November 2026
duinrell holiday park and theme park guide, frugal mum
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Duinrell Netherlands Guide: Theme Park, Tiki Pool & Tips

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 4th November 2026
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Duinrell Holiday Park Review: Theme Park Resort, the Netherlands (Direct)

  • ByNatalie Smith
  • 4th November 2026
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