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Free British Red Cross 'Baby & Child First Aid' appAvailable for Apple and Android devices

Ongoing
The British Red Cross has launched a new, free Baby & Child First Aid app after findings showed that more than 85% of UK parents haven�t attended a first aid course for children. It's available for Android and Apple devices and will remain free indefinitely.
MSE Debs says:

The Baby and Child First Aid app is the first of its kind and contains clear instructions on what to do in many emergencies. Handily, most of the information and videos are stored on the app, meaning no internet connection is needed for viewing, although some features (such as the nearest hospital finder tool) do require you to go online. The bite-sized videos make it easy to learn about first aid while juggling childcare demands.

3for1 Soap & Glory trick? �26 make-up for �10Combine 3for2 and free 'Cheekmate' make-up voucher in Boots mag

Go quick
An in-store Boots trick combining different promos effectively gets you 3for1 on Soap and Glory make-up, saving up to �20. IMPORTANT: It worked for us, but won�t necessarily in every store, so it�s a case of suck it and see (please report how it goes). Plus, we've not been able to get this confirmed by Boots.

Step by step guide:

  • Pick up the May/Jun health & beauty Boots mag. The magazine is free if you have a Boots Advantage card (�1 if not, so get a free card if you don�t already). You can find these stacked by the tills or doors.

    On page 97 there's a voucher for a free 11ml Soap & Glory Cheekmate cheek and lip stain (usually �8) when you buy any two Soap & Glory cosmetics by Wed 26 Jun.

  • Now combine with another 3for2 offer. There's currently a 3for2 offer on Soap & Glory skincare, but it's also working on the cosmetics. It's on till Tue 11 Jun. Pick two other Soap & Glory make-up items to go with the free Cheekmate and you should only pay for the most expensive one.

    The 3for2 offer takes the cheapest item off the bill, then the voucher gets you the Cheekmate free. It should work on other Soap & Glory make-up products too, but pick items in similar price brackets to get the biggest savings. We bought the Thick & Fast mascara �10 and Sexy Mother Pucker �8 gloss stick - so we paid �10 in total. See a copy of our receipt.


This Boots trick has gone down a storm with forumites. See the 3 Soap & Glory Make Up Products for the price of 1 forum discussion thread.

Other Boots boosting.


Also, check the Advantage Card machine in larger stores to see if you have any vouchers that can be used on top, eg, we had an extra 100 points when buying any mascara or lippie, worth �1 in-store at Boots. Some forumites have reported getting �2 vouchers from the Advantage Card machine but we've not had any of this confirmed.
MSE Paloma says:

We tried this last week and didn't have any problems but when we tested this today, there weren't any Cheekmate cheek and lip stains in stock. We were told that Boots receives stock every day so it's probably best to get down there as early as possible before canny forumites nab them!

3x Clematis plants + feed �7.50 (RRP �32)Offer is to celebrate this week's Chelsea Flower Show

3,000 avail

MSE UPDATE 1pm, Wed 29 May: Due to the popularity of this offer, Park Promotions has made an extra 1,000 clematis plants available on top of the 3,000 that have already sold. Both of the seed mixes are also still available.

We've blagged a three-pack of clematis plants, plus fertiliser, for �3.55 (plus �3.95 p&p;) for MoneySavers (about �32 elsewhere). Get one of the 3,000 packs via this special Park Promotions link. The offer�s on while stocks last.

The next cheapest we've seen the plants is about �22, and the fertiliser is �9.99 elsewhere. You can get fertiliser for less, but Park Promotions recommends this variety for the clematis.

The plants are hardy climbers, ideal for sunny walls, patio pots, archways & trellis and are sourced from the breeding programme of Raymond Evison, who won gold at the Chelsea Flower Show for the 25th time this week.

Other deals

We've also blagged big discounts on wildflower and bee & butterfly mixtures, so you can seed 'em and reap this spring.

  1. Cornflower wildflower mix (five grams) for �2.49 delivered includes: white campion, charlock, corn chamomile, corn cockle, cornflower, field forget-me-not, corn marigold, scentless may weed, field pansy, wild pansy, field poppy and long-headed poppy. The next cheapest we've seen the same 5 grams of mix is �15.

  2. The bee & butterfly mix (five grams) for �2.99 delivered includes: agrimony, birds foot trefoil, red clover, white clover, foxglove, grater knapweed, marjoram, musk mallow, oxeye daisy, field poppy, sanfoin, field scabious, kidney vetch, echium, sunflower, meadow cranesbill, raged robin, purple loosestrife, borage, teasel, knapweed common, cornflower, goatsbeard, wild clary and yarrow. The mix is usually �2 so the five grams you get would normally be �10.

There are 5,000 of each available. Both bundles are good for attracting pollinating insects and the bee & butterfly collection in particular is a great source of food for bees, insects and butterflies.
More info
Delivery takes about 21 days, but Park Promotions says you should get your orders sooner than that.

Free 500ml bottle of SpritePrint voucher for freebie, usually �1.15ish

500,000 avail
Sprite is giving away 500,000 vouchers for a free 500ml bottle of its drink (usually �1.15ish). You must print the voucher by Wed 26 Jun and use it by Wed 10 Jul.

Sprite says to sign up via this free 500ml bottle link.

Sprite's told us it's valid in "about 98% of all retailers big and small" � including major supermarkets, though it excludes Boots, WHSmiths and some other chains (see more info). So if one shop refuses it, try another nearby.

Sprite temporarily withdrew it a few weeks ago, but it's back now.
More info
Excludes Northern Ireland and can't be used at Boots, Greggs, WHSmiths, Booker Premier, Best One, Batleys Extra Local, Subway and EAT.

It's one voucher per person and you must be at least 12 years old to get it (under 16s will be asked for parental permission). Can't be used with any other offer.

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FREE Graze porridge oats box (worth �3.89)Four types of oats - enough for four brekkies, delivered to your door

Limited stock

Graze sells healthy nibbles boxes. It's just launched a new breakfast porridge oats box, so we've blagged codes to get it free, for new and existing Graze customers. Graze is a subscription service so you�ll pay every fortnight if you don�t cancel after the freebie.

New Graze customer? You actually get TWO free boxes. First create an account via this Graze page, then enter the code PF6HVNZ to get a free nibbles snack box (choose from dried fruit, nuts, flapjacks and more). Then log into this special Graze page and enter the code 9L6PH5D to get a free breakfast porridge oats box.

Existing customer? Log into this special Graze page and enter the code 9L6PH5D to get a free breakfast porridge oats box (choose up to four different flavours, eg, apple & cinnamon, blackcurrant & cranberry and more, it's enough for four breakfasts), delivered to your door. Just add milk and heat as normal.

WARNING! When using both codes:

  • You need to give card payment details and you'll be automatically entered into a fortnightly subscription (one per two weeks for the breakfast box) and weekly subscription for the nibbles snack box.
  • After your freebie, porridge boxes cost �2.99. The nibbles box costs �3.89.
  • You can cancel any time online, but see the Graze last orders page to find out cut off times before the box is on its way and you're charged.
More info
The offer can't be used with any other offer. Max one per household. There's no delivery on Sundays. See the full T&Cs;.

'Try me free' �3ish Batiste dry shampooGet a full refund on the shampoo & p&p; via this 'try me free' Facebook promo

29 days left
Buy ANY can of Batiste dry shampoo in participating stores including major supermarkets, Boots and Superdrug, by Sun 30 Jun and follow these steps to get a full refund:

  1. 'Like' the Batiste Dry Shampoo Facebook page then fill out and print the claim form.
  2. Send the claim form, receipt and cap from the spray to: Batiste Dry Shampoo Try Me Free Offer, Dept 17288, PO Box 125, Uckfield, TN22 5UZ (must be received by Wed 31 Jul).
  3. You'll receive a cheque with a full refund - up to �4.99 for the spray and up to �2.60 for the cost of postage within 28 days.
MSE Paloma says:

If you've not heard of dry shampoo, it's a spray to make your hair look cleaner and fresher for those in-between hair wash days. So if you don't want to wash your locks every day, you can cheat a little this way.

More info
Only one refund application per person.

�10 Havaianas flip-flops at Matalan*Online offer on flip-flops while stocks last

Limited stock
Shop online at Matalan* and get a pair of Havaianas flip-flops for �10. Delivery's �3.50. You can also collect in-store for free.

There are nine pairs to choose from and a max of five pairs per customer � though you can't use any promotional codes on top.
MSE Steve says:

The flip-flops cost �15-�20 at other stores, so this is a decent saving even with the delivery charge, but even better if you can get to a store.

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�11 Gillette Venus & Olay razor for �3.50Combine half-price Tesco offer & �2 off coupon

Tesco only
To get a Gillette Venus & Olay razor for �3.50 (usually �10.99), print the �2 off coupon from SuperSavvyMe (fourth row down) and take it your nearest Tesco store, where the razor's half price until Mon 3 Jun. There's a limited number of coupons available and only one can be used per person.
MSE Debs says:

This is a decent price if you want this razor, though the replacement blades are a steep �11 for a pack of three and we reckon disposable or own brand razors are more cost effective. Check out what forumites are saying about this sharp offer in the Gillette Venus and Olay discussion.

Free Douwe Egberts coffeeOne-cup sample when you fill in Facebook form

100k avail
Fill out the form on the Douwe Egberts Facebook page and you'll receive a free 'one cup' sample of smooth caramel flavoured coffee in the post.

We checked at lunchtime on Tuesday and Douwe Egberts told us there were around 100,000 samples remaining but increased demand means you may not receive them within the 3-5 business day period quoted on the site.

Read the full free Douwe Egberts coffee thread.

Free Snack-a-Jacks & TropicanaBoots Advantage Card holders in London ONLY

London
If you're a Boots Advantage Card holder, pick up a free copy of Boots' Health and Beauty mag (it's free, though you must take it to the till to be scanned) and you'll find a coupon on the plastic sleeve around the magazine for a free 26g bag of Snack-a-Jacks and a small bottle of Trop 50 orange juice. Unfortunately, the coupon's only on magazines in selected London stores.
More info
The magazine's out till Tue 25 Jun and you can use the coupon until Sun 30 Jun, subject to availability. The price of these items varies across Boots stores, but the Trop 50 usually costs about �1.20 and the Snack a Jacks are worth about 65p.

One free magazine per customer.

�1 disposable BBQsIn-store at Poundland, 99p Stores and Poundworld

Ongoing
Disposable BBQs are available for �1 at Poundland, 99p Stores or Poundworld. The next cheapest we've found is �2 from Asda and many retailers sell them for around �5, or �10 in petrol stations so it's worth making the trip if you have one of these stores nearby.

Here's some product detail on the BBQs stocked at Poundland:

  • Size L31cm x W24cm x D5cm
  • Quantity of charcoal: 600g
  • Approx burning time: 100 - 140 mins
  • Start cooking 15 mins after lighting.

These come with real lumpwood charcoal and firelighters.

MSE Charlotte says:

I like to stock up on a few of these �1 BBQs for spontaneous days out. You never know when the sun decides to come out, and a last minute one in a petrol station can cost up to �10!

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Free pack of Halls lozenges500 available per day, via Facebook

3 days left

Register your details on the Halls Facebook page to get a free 17g packet of sweets, worth 55p.

There are 500 available per day until Tue 4 Jun, but they've been going super-quick each day, so register early if you want one.

MSE Debs says:

Thanks to forumite RustySpoon for posting this offer in our forum.

More info
One sample per household. Allow 21 days for delivery.

Waitrose free tea/coffee EVERY dayJust get its free loyalty card to take your pick of daily hot drinks

Ongoing
Sign up for a MyWaitrose loyalty card and get a free regular tea or coffee in-store every day. Choose from Americano, cappuccino, latte, tea, mocha or espresso (decaf options are also available in some stores).

If you sign up online, it takes about 5 weeks for the card to be posted to you, so it's quicker to sign up for a temporary card in-store, and that way, you can get the offer straightaway.

There's no minimum spend, simply walk in and show your card. See the full list of participating Waitrose stores.
More info
One free drink per member, per day. Offer excludes hot chocolate and isn't valid at Costa concessions, petrol filling stations, Shell and Welcome Break. Can't be used with other cafe or hot drink offers, or the cafe loyalty card.

Show your card at a manned till or scan it at a quick pay station.

30+ flower seed varieties �9 delivered (usually �60)31 packs of garden plant seeds incl poppies & lavender

3,000 available
Go to Park Promotions and you'll see we've blagged over �60 worth of garden seeds for �8.99 delivered for MoneySavers. You loved the last offer we featured from it, with over 13,000 MoneySavers grabbing the last seed bundle, so we've gone out and got you another deal.

There are four collections with a total of 31 varieties of garden seeds such as poppies, lavender, and petunia. You can buy any of the four varieties separately for �2.49 each, or buy a bundle of all four for �8.99. There are 3,000 available of each of the following collections:

  • Hanging Basket collection - including eight packs of seeds, such as petunia and lobelia
  • Pots, Plants and Tubs collection - eight varieties, such as calendula and nasturtium climber
  • Country Garden collection - eight packs, including cornflowers and poppies
  • Fragrant Flower collection - seven varieties including wallflower and lavender

Other deals

We've blagged some bloomin' good bulb and plant deals too.

1. For �2.70 each, you can grab 80 anemone de caen (next cheapest �6ish), 80 acidanthera (usually �12ish) or 85 liatris spicata bulbs (usually �11ish).

2. Or, for �8.99, get three ready-potted 7cm Clematis plants (next cheapest �20), or pay �5.65 for 10 garden pinks plug plants, the next cheapest we've seen is �14.

See "more info" below for delivery times and a bit more about Park Promotions.

MSE Michael says:

Everyone's re-leafed (sorry) that the worst of the winter weather seems to be behind us, so it's time to get mow-tivated (no more, I promise) and back out into the garden.

For �9 delivered, the seed bundle is the headline deal, since we reckon each of the four varieties are worth about �15 each.

More info
What is Park Promotions?

Park Promotions is a distributor of promotional goods and gardening offers, and has handled several for national newspapers. The last time we ran an offer with it, the website stood up to the spike in traffic from the MSE weekly email and you were able to get the offer.

Reassuringly, the brand's got good feedback on both Amazon and eBay, but please feed back in the forums and let us know how you get on.� Delivery takes up to 30 days, but Park Promotions says you should get them sooner than that.

For payment, you're automatically taken through to PayPal, however, you can select 'pay with a debit or credit card' underneath if you prefer.

�2.99 Hunger Games trilogyIn-store only, RRP is �23.99

Limited stock

Find the Hunger Games book trilogy for �2.99 at your nearest Smyths toy shop. The next cheapest we could find it for is �8 at The Works, so if you can find it, this is a great deal.

MSE Charlotte says:

Stock's very limited, so call ahead to see if the trilogy is in your local store... may the odds be ever in your favour.

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�10ish garden seed bundles for �2Including basil, mint and parsley, plus gardening book

2,000 available
Go to Park Promotions and you�ll see we've blagged �10ish bundles of gardening seeds for �1.99 delivered for MoneySavers.

There are two bundles on offer, however the offer's limited to one per household, so choose ONE of:

  • Herb and vegetable seeds including: basil, chives, thyme, mint, parsley, chilli pepper, pepper bell, sage or coriander, rocket or oregano, tomato & a lucky dip vegetable.

  • Baby salad leaf collection - containing six varieties of salad leaf seeds, including: oriental, Californian, Provence, Tuscan, red leaf mix and hot 'n' spicy. There's also eight varieties of basil seeds, which are: sweet Genovese, cinnamon, green ruffles, purple ruffles, lemon, lime, Greek and spice.

Each comes with one planting bag, a guide to successful gardening booklet and growing instructions. There are still 2,000 herb and vegetable seeds available and 1,000 of the baby salad leaf collection.
MSE Michael says:

We've done our price comparisons and think this is a bloomin' good deal. It's hard to calculate an exact saving, since other retailers don't stock the same size products, however, we reckon the bundles are worth about a tenner each.

Fingers crossed Spring is finally on its way and you can get planting.

More info
What is Park Promotions?

We've not had any deals from Park Promotions before, so we've done our homework to make sure it's good for MoneySavers.

The brand's also got good feedback on both Amazon and eBay, but please feed back in the forums and let us know how you get on.

Delivery takes up to 28 days.

FREE Felix cat food pouch'Like' & play game on Facebook

Thousands avail
'Like' the Felix Facebook page and play the first round of the game to get a free 100g pouch (about one meal's worth) of Felix Sensations cat food. Felix says there are still thousands of freebies available.
MSE Debs says:

Forumites have pounced on this freebie, even though it's only worth about 38p. Read the full Felix Sensations forum discussion.

More info
One free sample per household. Allow 28 days for delivery.

�35 for 144 Millie's cookies (usually 99p each)Use 12 vouchers throughout the year

Ongoing

Go to your nearest Millie's Cookies store and get a gift box for �35. Inside you'll find 12 vouchers, each for a box of 12 cookies. This is called "year's worth of cookies for �35" offer - but we couldn't see any ads for the promotion in our local store, and had to ask for it by name.

You can take the vouchers to any Millie's Cookies throughout the year.

MSE Charlotte says:

We think you need a few more cookies for a year's worth! Millie's says you can't use more than one voucher at the same time at the same store. But you could spread your cookie-buying out across different days, or use all the same vouchers on the same day but at different stores.

But confusingly, the staff at our local branch said we can use our vouchers however we want - even all at once. So it's worth asking your nearest store.

More info
Only original vouchers will be accepted. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount or voucher.

�1 mega dealsIncl �10 watch, L'Oreal moisturiser and Aussie shampoo

In-store
�1 mega bargains

Don�t fall for the pound shop hype. Some things sold in there cost less than �1 elsewhere, some more. The key is to find the things you�d pay much more for elsewhere. This week we�ve found a whole range � so here goes...

Stonking deals at Poundworld include...

  • Breo watches. Usually around �10, so that's a massive 90% saving. In our local store, we found them in grey and blue and in sizes L and M.
  • Toni & Guy shampoo & conditioner (75ml) �1 each. We couldn't find the same travel-size products in major stores but found them for �2 online.
  • Horrible Histories books. Titles available: 20th Century, Rowdy Revolutions, Cruel Kings and Mean Queens, Rotten Rulers, Wicked Words and Dark Knights and Dingy Castles. The titles are around �5 online.
  • TomTom carry case and strap. We've seen similar online for around �10 at Play.com

And at Poundland...

  • L'Oreal Nutri Bronze 12 hour moisturising fluid (50ml, gradual self tan). We've found similar on Amazon for �4.20. The tanner doesn't come from the UK (you'll see a sticker on it translating it into English) though this doesn't means it not legit.
  • Aussie Miracle Moist Hair shampoo & conditioner (75ml) �1 each. The cheapest we could find elsewhere were �2 each at Superdrug. They're 75ml, perfect for hand luggage.
  • Andrew Collinge hydra therapy conditioner. We read in a Marie Claire article online this was originally �4.99. We can't find the same conditioner anywhere now, so it must be discontinued.
  • Danny Wallace's More Awkward Situations for Men. The next cheapest we found was �8.27 at Amazon.
  • Horrid Henry books. There are 20 titles available. Ones we picked up were Horrid Henry Gets Rich Quick and Horrid Henry and the Mummy's Curse. The books are around �4
MSE Charlotte says:

We are not able to tell how old the L'Oreal moisturiser is. We asked the British Skin Foundation about expiry dates on skincare. It said:

"Cosmetic products will remain safe to use provided they are stored under suitable conditions and not subjected to extreme temperatures."

"To ensure the maximum durability of cosmetic products, they should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and with the lids firmly closed."

It also said the use by date on cosmetics, is from when you open the product. So if it says 18 months on the box, it should last for 18 months from when you open it, provided it's been stored correctly.

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Morrisons free petrol? Big spenders' extreme couponingBuy selected gift cards in-store, get 1p/L off fuel for every �10

Ongoing
This is an awesome bit of extreme couponing. It�s fiddly and only works if you�re already planning to make a big purchase at one of the 38 retailers included, such as PC World, Homebase and Currys.

As the discount's stackable, buy �50 of gift cards and you'd get 5p/litre off. But play it to the max (ie, buy �1,400 of gift cards) and you could potentially get a free tank of petrol. The discount is also stackable, so buy �50 of gift cards and get 5p/litre off.
More info

How it works

Morrisons' Fuel Saver deal gives 1p/litre off petrol, diesel or LPG for every �10 of gift cards bought in-store.

There are 38 retailers to buy gift cards for, including Homebase, Debenhams, Currys, PC World, Next, House of Fraser, Halfords, and iTunes, plus new retailers TK Maxx, Oasis, Warehouse and Waterstones. The offer's ongoing, but doesn't include Morrisons' own gift cards.

If there's a large purchase you are going to make anyway - eg, �500 on a computer at PC World or a garden shed at Homebase - get it via buying the gift cards and you'll bag 50p/litre off.

If you bought �1,400 of gift cards, it'd effectively make a �1.40/litre tank FREE. Morrisons has also told us there's no limit per transaction on the gift cards, and you can split any amount above this into a second purchase to get a voucher for a second fill-up. Petrol vouchers are valid for 63 days from the issue date.

Use gift cards quickly

Gift cards are non-refundable, and it isn't a good idea to put money on the card to drip-spend over six months. Though most of those mentioned here are big, safe companies, if the firm goes bust you'll probably lose the cash, so ensure you minimise the time between buying and redemption.

It's also worth noting third party retailers (Morrisons in this case) don't have any responsibility to refund you if a gift card's retailer goes into administration. See the Beware gift vouchers MSE News story. Gift cards are generally valid for about two years, but always check.

Full terms on the Morrisons website. Find your nearest Morrisons.

30p socks, �20 Firetrap jeans at Sports DirectMassive sale, online and in-store while stocks last

Ongoing
Online and in-store at Sports Direct there are some real bargains to be had, including 5 x socks for �1.50 and �20 Firetrap jeans (were �70). Delivery's �3.99.
MSE Debs says:

Here are some particularly hot bargains:


If you like Firetrap, it's worth checking out the Sports Direct eBay outlet, as there might be bargains available there that aren't on the main Sports Direct website.

Buy �50 gift cards at Tesco, get 150 ptsConverts to up to �6 of vouchers for Next, Pizza Express etc

Ongoing
Buy gift cards in your nearest Tesco store to use at other stores such as Next, Debenhams, PizzaExpress, iTunes and more. You can mix 'n' match as long as the total is �50+, so spend these 150 points in-store and you'd get �1.50 off your shopping bill. But use them on rewards and they're worth up to �6.
MSE Paloma says:

Warning! While the majority of gift cards are valid for two years, it's worth remembering that if the company goes bust or even just into administration then the card becomes effectively worthless. See our section 75 guide for more advice.

More info
Excludes Tesco's own and Visa gift cards. Up to 20 gift cards can be bought in one transaction, though there's no maximum value.

Points will be automatically added and ready to use online six weeks from purchase or they're added in the next quarter for paper statements.

�1 HDMI cables at PoundlandThey're just as effective as �20+ ones

Ongoing
Go to your nearest Poundland store and hunt for the �1 cables. Poundland says they are available all year round in all of its 400 stores. The Poundland HDMI cable is 1m long and can be used to connect your PC to your TV, so you can watch online content on your big screen.

MSE Becca says:

There's no point spending �20+ on a HDMI cable when tests have shown there's no difference in picture between the most expensive cables and the cheapest - techy website Cnet and The Gadget Show agree.

More info
For more info on how to connect your PC to your TV, read the Online Movie Streaming guide.

Let us know if you manage to nab a �1 HDMI cable. Report back in the forum.

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Free Amazon Discount Finder toolUse it to uncover Amazon's secret bargain basements

Ongoing

Go to the Amazon Discount Finder and choose your department. Next, pick your discount and price range and choose whether you want free delivery. The tool will then generate a bespoke page full of discounts which fit your search terms.

Amazon often offers 75% and better reductions, yet it directs people to other areas, sending them to higher profit margin products instead. This tool manipulates Amazon's web links to display all heavily-reduced bargains.

More info
Though the Amazon Discount Finder is great for finding hidden bargains, it doesn't necessarily mean that it's the cheapest you can get them. Read the Amazon Buying Guide below the tool before buying.

Our new Local eBay Deals Mapper lets you find bargains if you're prepared to pick them up. eBay sellers often specify items must be collected in person which means fewer bids. But you can't normally search 'collection only' so put your postcode in and how far you're prepared to schlep and watch the gems pop up.

More info
It�s an automated tool, so always compare prices elsewhere (try the Megashopbot) to check it's really worth it.

Free brolly for over 50sRegister with Richer Sounds and take voucher to store

Ongoing
Register with, or sign in to, the Richer Sounds VIP Lounge and print the free umbrella voucher. There's no purchase necessary, simply present the voucher at your nearest Richer Sounds store. The club's free for anyone to join, but certain vouchers (such as this one) may only be used by over 50s.
MSE Michael says:

Richer Sounds says some stores do occasionally run out of free umbrellas, however, it has assured us stock is replenished regularly. Still, it may be worth ringing ahead before you visit.

More info
Over 50s only. One per household. Available to both new and existing members.

�15 Abercrombie & Fitch jeansOnline only - limited sizes available

Men/Women
Visit Sports Direct (delivery's �3.99), search for "Abercrombie" and scroll down to find the jeans. While women's jeans are well-stocked, we've only found limited number of men's pairs.

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�1 games for Xbox 360, PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DSTitles vary according to store

Ongoing
�1 games for Xbox 360, PlayStation 2 and Nintendo DS at your nearest Poundland. We only found Disney Think Fast and Allen Carr's Stop Smoking in our local store, so consider calling ahead to check which games your local has before you go. See More info below for a full list of what's up for grabs.
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  • Astro Zoo (�2.95 elsewhere)
  • Eye Toy PomPom Party (�6.89 elsewhere)
  • FIFA 2009 (�3.99 elsewhere)
  • Disney Think Fast (�2.89 elsewhere)
  • King Kong (�5 elsewhere)
  • Tiger Woods PGA 2007 (�1.46 elsewhere)
  • Spiderman (�8.40 elsewhere)
  • The Getaway (�7.95 elsewhere)
  • Smackdown (�5.10 elsewhere)
  • Splinter Cell (�2.95 elsewhere)
  • Gran Turismo (�2.99 elsewhere)

Free microchipping for dogsBook an appointment in advance at any of its 18 venues

Ongoing
Get your pooch microchipped by booking an appointment (subject to availability) at one of the Dogs Trust Rehoming Centres. Any breed, two months old or over can be microchipped and have the details stored on the database.
MSE Paloma says:

While this is a great freebie for dog owners, the Dogs Trust is a charity, so donations are gratefully received.

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There are no restrictions on how many dogs can be microchipped per owner, as long as you book an appointment in advance at one of the 18 Dogs Trust Rehoming Centres.

Your dog gets a free microchip, the size of a grain of rice, inserted under the skin between the shoulder blades. Vets usually charge around �30 for the procedure. Owners also get their details stored on the microchip database for free.

The tiny implant includes a unique ID number which means if your dog goes missing, it's easier to trace as the code can be read by radio-wave scanners. The process takes about 10 minutes. For more information, see the Dogs Trust Microchipping page.

Free St John Ambulance first aid Apple appWas �2.39 - you can get it for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch

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Download the free iTunes app, which gives instructions on how to treat a wide range of major and minor injuries, such as choking, drowning, heart attacks, hypothermia, frostbite, diabetes, colds, bites and stings, allergic reactions, fainting and more. A printed version is available - see more info.
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If you don't have a compatible device, you can fill out this free first aid guide form and St John Ambulance will send a paper copy to you in the post. However, it only covers five life or death situations, so isn't as extensive as the app. Allow up to 28 days for delivery.

Free Smokefree kitSimply order online - but only if you're in England

Ongoing
Order the kit online or find your nearest pharmacy on the NHS smokefree website. It includes: a smoke free calendar, stress toy, quitting planner, health/wealth wheel to help quitters calculate how much they're saving, plus information and tips to help smokers go smoke free.

Free protection for all shopping!Section 75

There's a secret phrase that turns any credit card into a financial self-defence superhero. "Section 75" laws means your plastic must protect anything you buy over �100 for free, so if there's a problem or the company goes bust you can still get your money back.

Although Section 75 doesn't apply to debit cards there is something else to fall back on if you paid on a Visa debit or electron card, or Visa credit card under �100 (otherwise go for Section 75). Known as Visa Chargeback, this is part of Visa's internal rules and not a legal requirement. Full details of Section 75, chargeback and how to claim in the Section 75 Refunds guide.

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