30th Apr 2013
Did you know the average cyclist has the fitness levels of someone ten years their junior? So it’s no wonder that Britain now has around 27 million cyclists leaving the car behind and embracing the outdoors. Cycling isn’t only a way to maintain your health and fitness levels, though. This environmentally-friendly means of transport can also…
30th Apr 2013
Whatever the weather this Easter Bank Holiday, there are still lots of ways you can have fun on the cheap. We’ve found you a host of ways for you and the family to spend the weekend without delving too deep into your pocket – in fact some of them won’t cost you a penny! Entertainment…
17th Mar 2013
“Rural Liverpool!?” you ask… ‘Rural’ may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of Liverpool, but look again. Not only is the city blessed with fabulous parks and green spaces but it is surrounded by fantastic countryside and, of course, rivers, sea and marshlands. Come for a weekend and you…
1st Oct 2012
I’ve been writing and talking about the difficulties the first-time buyer (and some ‘second-steppers’) is facing in this tough mortgage market. Here’s the piece I wrote for Metro last week (about the 5th one down) and I was also on the Alan Titchmarsh show with Martin Roberts, talking about how people can get on the…
16th Aug 2012
We all like to save money on holiday but did you know you can get an iPad at Gatwick Airport for £38 less than on the high street? Or a Hugo Boss blazer for £50 less? No, nor did I until I started my term as a member of the Gatwick Passenger Panel, representing shoppers….
10th Jul 2012
If you’re looking for a British break with a difference this summer, sun-drenched Eastbourne has everything you could possibly desire for a fun, relaxing holiday. MoneyMagpie recently enjoyed a trip to ‘The Sunshine Coast’, – so whether you’re visiting Beachy Head, taking in an airshow or indulging in water sports, we’ve got all the info…
3rd Apr 2012
If a trip to York isn’t already on your to-do list this summer, take a big red felt tip pen and schedule it in right now. The city is already famous for its charm and history, but this year it’s managed to step things up a notch or two. 2012 is a year of celebration…
25th Feb 2012
Are you fed up of all the same old problems with banks? Dismal interest rates, needless charges, poor customer service… the list goes on. You’ll be happy to now then, that you don’t have to put up with it: There are actually some very viable alternatives. Here are our top five favourite savings alternatives.
10th Feb 2012
Here at MoneyMagpie we know that finding love can be a long journey filled with many ups and downs; that’s why we’ve put together this indispensable guide covering everything from free dating sites to working on your chat-up lines. So be safe, have fun and let us know how you get on! 1. Join dating…
5th Jan 2012
Childcare vouchers are a great way for parents to save money on the cost of nurseries, childminders or nannies- to the tune of up to £933 per year. Childcare costs are continuing to rise every year so it’s important to save as much money as possible. Read on to find out everything you need to…
16th Dec 2011
Alternative funerals are increasingly popular. Funerals should be a celebration of life rather than just a lamentation of death. So here are some really great alternative options when making funeral plans.
5th Jun 2011
Imagine you’ve borrowed £5,000 and you are struggling to pay it back. If you’ve borrowed that money in the form of a secured loan against your house and you really can’t make the repayments, your home will be repossessed. No questions asked and no second chances. To lose your entire home for that sum of…
