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Christmas on a Budget

  • Budgeting with The Money Fox: why it is never too early to start planning for Christmas next year

    19 DEC 2022 · You should start planning for Christmas next year as soon as this Christmas ends, according to our guest Fransceca. The personal finance blogger, known as The Money Fox, tells our host Karyn Fleeting (aka Miss Thrifty) about how you can start saving throughout the year for Christmas and more. She shares her advice on the best spending plans, the top sites, apps, and extensions to use, and potentially how to have a spend-free Christmas. You can view The Money Fox's blog here: https://www.themoneyfox.com/ Christmas on a Budget is a Laudable production for the Manchester Evening News. It is presented by Karyn Fleeting, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin. (Image: Getty Images)
    25m 38s
  • From Santa's grotto to Elf on the Shelf: Christmas treats for kids with Becky Goddard-Hill

    13 DEC 2022 · It can be easy to feel like a Grinch at the grotto, especially with the soaring prices; and Elf on the Shelf can make you turn to the mulled wine early. It seems like every year brings a new cost to the festivities for families. But how can parents treat their kids at Christmas without grumbling "Bah humbug"? Author and award-winning budget blogger Becky Goddard Hill joins Karyn Fleeting, aka Miss Thrifty, on our money-saving podcast. From creating new traditions to DIY gifts, Becky argues that you do not need expensive trips to Santa's grotto or Christmas Eve boxes full to the brim to make Christmas special for your children. You can check out Becky's blog here: https://family-budgeting.co.uk/ Christmas on a Budget is a Laudable production for the Manchester Evening News. It is presented by Karyn Fleeting, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
    24m 51s
  • Christmas Dinner: Much more with less with Faith Archer

    7 DEC 2022 · Christmas dinner is often the most elaborate and important meal of the year. It can be the focal point of the big day - a feast for your friends and families. But how you can make sure that you are not stuffed by the turkey and all the trimmings? Faith Archer, award winning personal finance journalist and money blogger at Much More With Less, chats to our host Karyn Fleeting, aka Miss Thrifty, about how to eat, drink and be merry without the huge price tag. You can read Faith's blog here: https://www.muchmorewithless.co.uk/ Christmas on a Budget is a Laudable production for the Manchester Evening News. It is presented by Karyn Fleeting, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
    27m 44s
  • Christmas gifts: thinking outside of the box with Lady Janey

    5 DEC 2022 · Shopping for Christmas gifts can be a trying experience at the best of times - but if you are feeling the pinch over this festive period, it can be easy to get wrapped up in the stress. Thankfully, consumer champion Lady Janey is on hand, sharing her top tips for prezzies under the tree this year. The Queen of Customer Service tells our host Karyn Fleeting, aka money-saving obsessive Miss Thrifty, that the best Christmas gift you can give your friends and family is honesty. And Jane also gives our listeners an extra surprise in their Christmas stockings: the best websites to bag freebies to help relieve the pressure of spending over the holidays. Christmas on a Budget is a Laudable production for the Manchester Evening News. It is presented by Karyn Fleeting, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
    21m 44s
  • Christmas on a Budget - Trailer

    1 DEC 2022 · Christmas is often a time of abundance - presents, food, drink, parties, decorations, going out with friends and family - but will the cost of living crisis hamper our holidays this year? Is there a way to get through the bleak midwinter and enjoy Christmas on a budget? A new podcast from the Manchester Evening News will share money saving advice and tips, hearing from some of the country’s brightest minds and experts on how to celebrate Christmas without breaking the bank. Join Karyn Fleeting, aka money-saving obsessive Miss Thrifty, for this guide to festive frugal fun. 'Christmas on a Budget' is a Laudable production for the Manchester Evening News. It is presented by Karyn Fleeting, and produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
    1m 29s

For many, Santa Claus is Coming to Town is not a celebration or a jaunty song; it is a warning, an air-raid siren to parents and families across the land....

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For many, Santa Claus is Coming to Town is not a celebration or a jaunty song; it is a warning, an air-raid siren to parents and families across the land. "Christmas will soon be here, and you will be out of pocket."

The nation is expected to shell out a whopping £7 billion on both Christmas preparations and gifts this December - spending the equivalent of half the average monthly household income on the festivities.

And half of Britons, who are already plagued with money problems, say that their debt will worsen as a result of Christmas. It can take around four months to recover from Christmas overspending - meaning you may not finish paying for the holidays until April… if you’re lucky.

Christmas is an expensive ordeal in the best of times - but we are currently experiencing the worst of times during this cost of living crisis.

But is there a way to get through the bleak midwinter and enjoy Christmas on a budget? A new podcast from the Manchester Evening News will share money saving advice and DIY tips, hearing from experts on how to celebrate Christmas without breaking the bank.

How can I prepare the traditional Christmas dinner for under £20? How can I put up my lights and decorations without adding to my already soaring electricity bill? Which are the best shops for the best prices?

From Christmas dinner to presents, decorations to budgeting, join Karyn Fleeting - aka money-saving obsessive Miss Thrifty - in your go-to guide for frugal festive fun.
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