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From the community kitchen at  to the drop-in drawing sessions at the , Bhakti reveals the city’s best-kept secrets. Bha...
24/05/2024

From the community kitchen at to the drop-in drawing sessions at the , Bhakti reveals the city’s best-kept secrets.

Bhakti is the founder of , a community for women to learn more about money - and take action to become more financially secure.

Thanks for sharing your Cheapskate guide to and (& more general tips for getting the best out of London without spending tonnes of 💰💰💰)!

Bhakti’s recommendations include , , , , and

Read the full blog post via link in bio or visit www.cheapskatelondon.com/blog 🧡

As the sun comes out, so do London's best free exhibitions ☀️🔥! From linguistic journeys to design treasures, here’s our...
18/05/2024

As the sun comes out, so do London's best free exhibitions ☀️🔥! From linguistic journeys to design treasures, here’s our must-see shows this summer:

🌟 '26, Your Korean Words'
Dive into the richness of the Korean language with this exhibit, exploring the 26 Korean words added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2021.
🗓️ 29th April – 22nd June 2024
📍 Korean Cultural Centre UK , Strand

🍵 'Chá, Chai, Tea'
Ever wondered about the story behind your cup of tea? This exhibit delves into the history and meanings of tea in Britain today. Plus, don't miss out on a special tea tasting event on 9th June!
🗓️ 7th October 2023 – 7th July 2024
📍 , Forest Hill

🎨 'Design Discoveries: Towards a DESIGN MUSEUM JAPAN'
From ancient Jōmon pottery to modern sportswear, explore the diverse world of design curated by seven major designers. Share your own 'design treasures' and ideas while experiencing musical instruments, festivals, and more!
🗓️ 15th May – 8th September 2024
📍 , HS Ken
🎟️ Booking recommended via Japan House website

Have you discovered a fantastic free event that other Cheapskate readers would love to hear about? Drop us a line! 💬 💌

If you’ve not signed up to the newsletter yet, visit cheapskatelondon.com or click on the link in bio 😉 welcome to the club!

👋🏼 Meet Rebecca, the co-founder of , a book club which currently operates in north () and south ( London), as well as in...
11/05/2024

👋🏼 Meet Rebecca, the co-founder of , a book club which currently operates in north () and south ( London), as well as in workplaces across London to bring people together through a shared love of reading.

Thanks for sharing your Cheapskate guide to (and more general tips for getting the best out of London without spending tonnes of 💰💰💰)!

Rebecca’s recommendations include , .me, , , , , , , 🤤

Read the full blog post via link in bio or visit www.cheapskatelondon.com/blog 🧡

🚫 We’ll admit it, we’re not great at Instagram... but who needs ‘likes’ when you can get weekly doses of budget brillian...
28/04/2024

🚫 We’ll admit it, we’re not great at Instagram... but who needs ‘likes’ when you can get weekly doses of budget brilliance straight to your inbox for free? 💌✨ Subscribe to the Cheapskate London newsletter (via link in bio) and each Monday you’ll receive a hand-picked selection of the week’s best free events, plus a free-to-enter competition, food and drinks deals, money-saving tips, hidden London gems and more.

👋🏼 Meet broadcast journalist, designer and creative .Thanks for sharing your Cheapskate guide to   (& more general tips ...
21/12/2023

👋🏼 Meet broadcast journalist, designer and creative .

Thanks for sharing your Cheapskate guide to  (& more general tips for getting the best out of London without spending tonnes of 💰💰💰)!

Jess’s recommendations include 
& 🤤

Read the full blog post via link in bio or visit www.cheapskatelondon.com/blog 🧡

❄️✨ Did you know that the  is hosting some fabulous FREE events as part of its Winter Festival? 🎉 Here are some of our h...
05/12/2023

❄️✨ Did you know that the is hosting some fabulous FREE events as part of its Winter Festival? 🎉 Here are some of our highlights:

1️⃣ Get ready for a FAB-YULE-OUS time this Saturday at a heartwarming musical event featuring some of London’s best amateur choirs, hosted by the presenter and singer 🎵❤️

📅 Sat 9 Dec, from 12.15pm

2️⃣Try your hand (and feet and hips) at shaking your stuff with ***r at an empowering and inclusive dance class featuring a q***r dose of Bollywood entertainment 🌈✨

📅Sun 10th December, from 5.15pm

3️⃣ Don’t miss ‘s Office Christmas Party as the riotous party starters are here for one night only. Brace yourself for a wild ride, including a variety of mind-blowing performances 🎄🥳

📅Thurs 21st December, from 8:30pm

4️⃣ Dance the evening away at ‘s Winter Rave - an all-ages party with some super-talented DJs 🪩💃

📅Fri 22nd December, 6:30-9pm

Don't miss out on these amazing opportunities to make your winter extra special! ✨ Grab your friends and family, and head to the Southbank Centre for a magical time 💖

***r ***rDance

🖼️ Competition time! 🚨We’ve teamed up with  (SPS) - a Peckham-based screen-printing studio run by artists - for a very s...
05/12/2023

🖼️ Competition time! 🚨

We’ve teamed up with (SPS) - a Peckham-based screen-printing studio run by artists - for a very special competition.

We’re giving away two stunning, limited-edition prints designed by talented artists and as part of a recent crowdfunding campaign for SPS 👀

To be in with a chance of winning one of these two prints, simply:

🎨 Follow .london and on Instagram

🎨 Like this post

🎨 Tag a friend in the comments!

We’ll announce the two winners next Tuesday - good luck! 🤞

Wahoo, we were on the telly!Kate, Cheapskate’s co-founder, was invited on  yesterday to talk about some amazing free eve...
21/11/2023

Wahoo, we were on the telly!

Kate, Cheapskate’s co-founder, was invited on yesterday to talk about some amazing free events happening in London over the festive period ❄️

Kate chatted about ’s Winter Festival (running until early Jan, ’ Miracle on Leake Street (taking place on 7 December) and the Hammersmith Winter Festival this weekend 🎄

For more fantastic free events, subscribe to the free, weekly Cheapskate London newsletter via our link in bio today 📧

🎤 Competition time! 🏆🎁 We’ve teamed up with our pals at  to offer one lucky Cheapskate follower (and their names) the PE...
20/11/2023

🎤 Competition time! 🏆

🎁 We’ve teamed up with our pals at to offer one lucky Cheapskate follower (and their names) the PERFECT early Christmas present!

🎵 The winner will receive a two-hour session for up to five people in Peckham Levels’ private karaoke room - plus a £50 bar tab!

No need to send a letter to the North Pole for this one; to enter do the following:

🌟 Follow & .London
🌟Like this post
🌟Mention @ 2 of your karaoke crew in the comments below
🌟Repost this post on your story for an extra entry!

🤞 The competition will close 11:59pm GMT December 1st and the winner will be announced on December 6th - good luck!

London's first "urban pumpkin patch" is opening at  (right by Farringdon station 🚉) today. Head down there today or tomo...
25/10/2023

London's first "urban pumpkin patch" is opening at (right by Farringdon station 🚉) today.

Head down there today or tomorrow to "pimp" your very own mini-pumpkin 🎃 (there are 50 being given away for free).

❓ A FREE urban pumpkin patch
📍Cowcross Yards, Farrington
🗓️ 25 & 26 October

In need of some pampering? 💅 in Wembley Park is offering FREE 30-minute manicures tomorrow - no purchase necessary!Altho...
21/09/2023

In need of some pampering? 💅

in Wembley Park is offering FREE 30-minute manicures tomorrow - no purchase necessary!

Although these spots are first come first served, you don’t need to book ahead - simply register your name at guest services on arrival 👋

❓ A free polish or gel manicure (just plain colours with no nail art)
📍 in
⏰ 30 mins between 10am and 2pm on Friday

🚨 Competition time! 🔔 We’ve teamed up with  in Clapham Common to give away a fantastic prize. One lucky Cheapskate follo...
20/09/2023

🚨 Competition time! 🔔

We’ve teamed up with in Clapham Common to give away a fantastic prize. One lucky Cheapskate follower and their pal will get to enjoy two pizzas, a Nutella pizza to share and two signature cocktails each - for free! 🍕 🍹

The Little Orange Door has just launched its new pizza menu alongside its delicious range of cocktails and bar snacks. The bar is already known for its fun weekend bottomless brunches and for throwing some of the best house parties in town 🎉

To be in with a chance of entering this fantastic competition, simply:

🧡 follow .london and on Instagram

🧡 like this post and tag a friend in the comments (multiple tags allowed for multiple entries)

🧡 share this post to your story and tag for an extra entry (optional)

The competition closes on Monday and we’ll announce the winner next week - good luck! 🤞

🌸 If you were into Lego as a child, you’ll want to check out the Lego Piece Garden - a nostalgic pop-up (running until t...
18/09/2023

🌸 If you were into Lego as a child, you’ll want to check out the Lego Piece Garden - a nostalgic pop-up (running until the 24th) where you can build your own brick blossoms & other artworks in a relaxed, creative environment.

❓ The Piece Garden
📍 Shoreditch’s Ace Corner
⏰ September 16-24
💰 Free!

📸 by

We absolutely love , the multi-award-winning investigative podcast created by journalist duo  &  (part of the house of )...
07/09/2023

We absolutely love , the multi-award-winning investigative podcast created by journalist duo & (part of the house of ) 🎙️

So... we're super excited to be giving away a pair of tickets to Media Storm's talk at the held at on September 16 (featuring amazing special guests & 🤗)

To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets to this fabulous one-off event, simply:

🧡 like & save this post
🧡 follow .london & on Instagram
🧡 tag a friend you’d like to take with you

The winner will be announced on Sunday! Good luck 🤞

BIG news! 🐔 All students receiving GCSE results today can pick up a FREE chicken starter or 1/4 chicken meal from any  b...
24/08/2023

BIG news! 🐔

All students receiving GCSE results today can pick up a FREE chicken starter or 1/4 chicken meal from any branch 👀

Simply bring a digital or physical copy of your results with you to claim this treat 📝

🧑‍🎨 Competition time! 🖼️🎨 We're obsessed with the work of southeast London-based artist  - & we're pretty sure that you ...
31/07/2023

🧑‍🎨 Competition time! 🖼️

🎨 We're obsessed with the work of southeast London-based artist - & we're pretty sure that you will be too! Roz's creative process involves screen printing, monoprinting & mixed media techniques, resulting in unique & visually captivating pieces.

We're thrilled to be giving away an A4 print (in an A3 mound) of Roz's work.

All you have to do to enter is:
1️⃣ Follow .london and
2️⃣ Like this post and tag a friend in the comments (multiple tags allowed)
3️⃣ Share to your story and tag for an extra entry (optional)

Competition closes Sunday 6th August

T&Cs
🌟 to participate in this competition, users must like the competition post, follow .london and and tag at least 1 friend in the comments.
🌟 competition ends on the closing date of 23:59 on Sunday 6th August 2023.
🌟 winner will be selected at random and contacted on 7th August.
🌟 the contest is open to residents of the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland).
🌟 the prize consists of an A4 print.
🌟 if you are the lucky winner, you will need to provide your contact details (phone, email or instagram handle and address) so .london and can contact you and send the artwork.





🚨 Competition time! 🎶Love discovering new music? We have two pairs of tickets (worth £15 each) to give away for the emer...
20/07/2023

🚨 Competition time! 🎶

Love discovering new music? We have two pairs of tickets (worth £15 each) to give away for the emerging live music event series What Does Not NOISE, at on 26 July 🗓️

Part industry night, part showcase, part community jam, What Does Not NOISE holds the door open for undiscovered talent and is a game changer for the music industry 🎙️

To be in with a chance of winning these tickets, simply:

🌟 like this post
🌟 follow .london & on Instagram
🌟 tag a friend in the comments

We’ll announce the winner later this week - good luck! 🤞

‼️ Free exhibition alert 🔔Opening tomorrow is ’s BLACK VENUS, a pay-what-you-can exhibition examining the historical rep...
19/07/2023

‼️ Free exhibition alert 🔔

Opening tomorrow is ’s BLACK VENUS, a pay-what-you-can exhibition examining the historical representation & shifting legacy of black women in visual culture 🪞

Curated by , brings together the work of over 18 black women & non-binary artists to explore the othering, fetishisation & reclamation of narratives around Black femininity

Works include:

🌟 Amber Pinkerton Photobooth, Sabah, Girls Next Door (2020)

🌟 Carla Williams, Venus (1992-1994)

🌟 Ayana V. Jackson, Anarcha (2017)

🌟 Ming Smith, Me as Marilyn (1991)

BLACK VENUS is running at from 20 July to 24 September 🗓️

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🥮 Free food AND tattoos! 👀De Nadas, London’s first empanadaría specialising in Argentinian hand-shaped empanadas, is off...
18/07/2023

🥮 Free food AND tattoos! 👀

De Nadas, London’s first empanadaría specialising in Argentinian hand-shaped empanadas, is officially launching in Shoreditch this Thursday… & the first 150 people through the doors will get two free empanadas each to celebrate! 🇦🇷 🎉 🤤

What’s more, has teamed up with Bethnal Green Road’s to give away free tattoos ✍️ to the first five people who say ‘power of the empanada’ at the door 🚪

BUT there's a catch: those keen to get inked need to choose between footballers Maradona or Messi – or an empanada... ⚽️

Head to De Nadas Shoreditch from 5.30pm this Thursday ⏰ for free empanadas (choose from meat, vegetarian and vegan fillings) & the chance to get inked for free!

Looking for something fun AND free to do this week? 👀 Explore the vibrant diversity of Japanese graphic arts - from comm...
11/07/2023

Looking for something fun AND free to do this week? 👀

Explore the vibrant diversity of Japanese graphic arts - from commercial illustration to counterculture - at WAVE, a new exhibition featuring the work of 60 Japanese artists at 🇯🇵

The exhibit - which showcases the work of emerging artists, as well as late 20th-century innovators - is running until 22 October 🗓️

🍿 Competition time! 🎥 has partnered with the upcoming   movie to create a limited-edition snack pack - and we're super e...
09/07/2023

🍿 Competition time! 🎥

has partnered with the upcoming movie to create a limited-edition snack pack - and we're super excited to be gifting one to a lucky Cheapskate follower!

To be in with a chance of winning one of these special pink packs (containing 24x packs of PROPER Snacks 🍿), simply:

💖 like & save this post
💖 follow .london & on Instagram
💖 tag a friend (or a Ken) who you’d like to share your snacks with

We’ll announce the winner later this week! 🤞

(PS on the subject of the , PROPER is also opening London's first Barbie-themed corner shop on July 19th - more details to be revealed in an upcoming Cheapskate newsletter…)

Did you know that all throughout summer,  &  have teamed up to host a FREE open-air cinema on the banks of the Regents C...
05/07/2023

Did you know that all throughout summer, & have teamed up to host a FREE open-air cinema on the banks of the Regents Canal?! 🍿 🎥 ☂️

Film screenings run throughout the day & every evening - plus Wimbledon is being shown there too 🎾

This week, movies on the schedule include Moulin Rouge!, Cinema Paradiso, Mamma Mia!, Avatar & Singin’ in the Rain (which feels pretty apt for this 🌧️ weather) 🧡

🍷 Competition time! 🍷We're loving making the most of these warm summer nights by spending a lot of time in  's incredibl...
04/07/2023

🍷 Competition time! 🍷

We're loving making the most of these warm summer nights by spending a lot of time in 's incredible parks. And what could be a better accompaniment for a park hangout than some cans of delicious wine? 👀

That's why we've teamed up with our pals at to gift one lucky follower a 12-pack of Sauvignon Blanc, Pale Rosé & Malbec cans (the equivalent of four bottles!) 🍾

To be in with a chance of winning the 12-pack, simply:

💖 like and save this post
💖 follow .london & on Insta
💖 tag a friend you’d like to share these wine cans with!

We’ll announce the winner at the end of the week 🤞18+ only!

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🍜 free food alert! 🔔One of our fave cheap eats, , is giving away 100 bowls of its brand new, limited-edition summer sala...
13/06/2023

🍜 free food alert! 🔔

One of our fave cheap eats, , is giving away 100 bowls of its brand new, limited-edition summer salad udon this Saturday to mark the hottest day of the year! 🌞

The bowls will be given out to the first 100 people who visit Marugame Udon’s Waterloo store from 11am ⏰ You also need to have signed up to the (free) Marugame club - see for info 😉

Put on your dancing shoes 👠 because we're giving away a pair of tickets (worth £190) to Tony n' Tina's Wedding - the imm...
08/06/2023

Put on your dancing shoes 👠 because we're giving away a pair of tickets (worth £190) to Tony n' Tina's Wedding - the immersive show which was a huge hit on Broadway and has now come to London 🎉

This unique live experience - where the audience & cast interact during a 'live wedding' - is held at the tower at the in 🚊

This incredible prize includes tickets to the comedy show & a three-course Italian meal 🍝

To be in with a chance of winning, simply:

🎭 like & save this post
🎭 follow .london & on Instagram
🎭 tag a friend who you’d like to take with you (more tags = more entries)

Ts & Cs: Tickets are not transferable or sellable by the winner. The prize must be redeemed before the end of July 2023. Only one entry per person. There is no cash alternative to the ticket prize.

On the first & third Thursday of each month, Pint-Sized Performances takes over the gorgeous  pub, showcasing a variety ...
07/06/2023

On the first & third Thursday of each month, Pint-Sized Performances takes over the gorgeous pub, showcasing a variety of up-and-coming comedy, music & poetry acts 🎭

’ next night is tomorrow evening - get there from 7.30pm to secure your FREE spot 💕

🚨 Competition time! 💃­Iconic drag queen  is back with her theatrical one-woman show - and we have a pair of tickets to g...
06/06/2023

🚨 Competition time! 💃
­
Iconic drag queen is back with her theatrical one-woman show - and we have a pair of tickets to give away! 🎊

The self-proclaimed "absolutely stunning alien drag queen" will be expressing her delusional self-love through slapstick song and dance at for one night only this Thursday evening 💕

To be in with a chance of winning these tickets, simply:

🌟 like and save this post
🌟 follow .london on Insta
🌟 tag a friend you’d like to take with you (more tags = more entries)

We’ll announce the winner tomorrow morning - good luck! 🤞

🚨 New free exhibition alert! Opening today at  is Web(s) of Life, a major new exhibition at the south gallery which embr...
01/06/2023

🚨 New free exhibition alert!

Opening today at is Web(s) of Life, a major new exhibition at the south gallery which embraces interconnectedness across ecosystems, linked to the climate emergency 🕸️

In this living, collaborative & multi-species show, artist Tomas Saraceno invites visitors to consider non-human perspectives through a range of artworks, prompts & experiences 👀

This includes pedalling a bike 🚲 to power an artwork, confessing secrets to spiders 🕷️ & counting magpies who come and share the space with you 👋

One Cheapskate subscriber has already been to see the free exhibition - swipe 👉👉 to see what she had to say 🧡

All in a day’s werk 💪 👊Did you catch Cheapskate co-founder  on  yesterday?!Georgia chatted through some of the best FREE...
31/05/2023

All in a day’s werk 💪 👊

Did you catch Cheapskate co-founder on yesterday?!

Georgia chatted through some of the best FREE events happening in this , including a family trail at , mini golf by at , ’s new The Polar Silk Road show & ’s Windrush photography exhibition at 👀

💕 For more amazing free events, subscribe to the Cheapskate London newsletter via the link in bio 💕

We absolutely love  - a £20 stack of beer mats that gives you £100 worth of food & drinks at 10 amazing indie pubs acros...
21/05/2023

We absolutely love - a £20 stack of beer mats that gives you £100 worth of food & drinks at 10 amazing indie pubs across London (including & others)🍻

What a fab way of supporting the capital's incredible indie pubs while enjoying a great deal too! 🧡

We've teamed up with CityStack to give one lucky follower a FREE stack of beer mats. To be in with a chance of winning, simply:

🌟 like and save this post
🌟 follow & .london on Instagram
🌟 tag your best pub mate! (More tags = more entries)

We’ll announce the winner next week - good luck! 🤞

If you don't win but still want to get your hands on a stack, it's worth remembering that Cheapskate followers can use the code CHEAP23 for free shipping 👀

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