The Westmorland Gazette
·Aug 2026
Don’t Pay Full Price: 7 Ways Families Can Save Hundreds This Summer
Families facing roughly £100 in additional weekly spending during the six-week summer holidays could reduce costs through free activities, discount schemes and limited-time promotions. Savings include free attraction entry with a Blue Peter badge, National Rail 2FOR1 offers, the Reading Agency’s free library challenge, government-funded holiday meals and childcare, reduced VAT on eligible activities and free bus travel for some children. Avios members can exchange 1,000 points for a £10 PizzaExpress voucher until August 31, while Merlin theme park tickets start at £34.13 under the summer VAT reduction. Healthcare and education workers can also access cinema discounts of up to 40 percent.