If you are feeling like your pennies aren’t going to be able to stretch for the last few weeks of term, The Student Eye’s weekly savings might be just what you are looking for. You are getting low on cash and you have decided that you can only afford bread and milk, let alone Christmas presents. Well, unless you literally have a tenner to your name, all you need to do is learn how put your money to good use. Here are the best savings in and around Bournemouth at the moment, so that hopefully you can work your way through your money woes and come out the other end with more than you expected.

 

Restaurants

Hungry Horse – 30% off Main Courses – This deal is available with Voucher Codes, and includes: big plate specials, big plate steaks, BPS favourites, burgers and pub favourites. Only valid until the 6th of December, why not treat yourself to a mid-week pub lunch? Nearest Hungry Horse: Cranleigh, 1 Clingan Road, Bournemouth, BH65PG. Telephone: 01202421530.

McDonalds – Free Cheesburger, Hamburger or McFlurry Original when you purchase an Extra Value Meal or Deli Meal – This bargain is available to all students who are signed up to UNiDAYS. Simply enter your personal details, including the login for your institution’s student portal, to make a free account. Who can resist a cheeky McDonalds, particularly if you get double your money’s worth. Nearest McDonalds: 33-35 Old Christchurch Rd, Bournemouth, BH1 1DS. Telephone: 01202 299026.

Yates – Breakfast and Drink from £2.45 – This offer is available every day until noon. Providing the perfect hangover cure any day of the week. Nothing kickstarts your day (and your metabolism) better than: one sausage, one rasher of bacon, one fried egg, Heinz Beanz, mushroom and half a grilled tomato. Nearest Yates: 2 Dean Park Crescent, Bournemouth, BH1 1HL. Telephone: 01202 298612.

Shopping

Ugg Australia – 15% off online – This offer is available to those who have a UNiDAYS account, but only for the next three days (until 6th December) So why not redeem your discount code online, and order yourself, or a family member, a snuggly pair of luxury slippers for an early Christmas present.

Hype – 25% off online – Known for their exclusive prints and individual take on street wear, this UNiDAYS offer comes just in time for Christmas. Don’t feel like you can’t email round a Christmas list filled with hyperlinks to your favourite clothing stores, everyone’s doing it nowadays. Just make sure to tell the recipient that this bargain discount is available for a limited time only.

Ann Summers – 20% off online – For a few days only, UNiDAYS are offering this discount. Whether it means treating yourself or a girlfriend to a new set of underwear, or purchasing an X-rated secret Santa gift, Ann Summers really does cater for all your Christmas desires.

Days/ Nights Out

Beautify Bournemouth - Shellac Mini Mani or Pedi (£12.95) or Both (£23.95) – At such an affordable student price, this is a deal that can’t be missed. The voucher can be bought from Groupon, but expires on December 15th so snap it up quick as an end of term treat. Only valid Wednesday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. Nearest Beautify Bournemouth: Maddisons Hairdressers, 24 High Street, Poole BH15 1BP. Telephone: 07434604012.

Groceries

The Co-operative - 10% off your Food Shop – This discount can be redeemed by any NUS card holder. For a small fee of £12 students can receive an abundance of offers, in all kinds of high-street stores. Including 10% off: food, drink, household products, newspapers and magazines, confectionary and flowers; every penny counts. Nearest Cooperative: 110 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1LU. Telephone: 01202 589033.

ASDA Cadbury Milk Chocolate Sticky Puds – 2 for £1 - If you’re feeling like a bit of a chocolate pick-me-up after all the assignments and deadlines, this yummy two-pack of chocolate puddings are just what you need. Nearest Asda: Asda Bournemouth Superstore, St Pauls Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8DL. Telephone: 01202 298900.

 

Comment below with any more savings you have found in Bournemouth this week, from the small everyday bargains to the ‘you must not miss’ deals. But more importantly, make sure to check out this piece every week to keep your piggy bank full.