15 things you can get for free

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Updated on 08 March 2010 | 3 Comments

Find out how to get your hands on free perfume, free make-up, free films, music, a free driving lesson, a free swimming session, and many more top freebies!

If you love nothing more than a good freebie, you’ve come to the right place! So without further ado, let’s round up the top freebies this month!

1) Free coffee

If you struggle to wake up every morning, make sure you pop into your nearest Giraffe Restaurant on a Wednesday to receive a free coffee (or herbal tea). Simply walk in, say hello to the barista, and place your order. This offer is valid until 10.30am every Wednesday until 16 June (takeaway only).

2) Free baby DVD

If you or someone you know is about to have a baby, this Mum’s the Word DVD might come in handy. Simply order your free copy of Bumps & Babies Magazine and you’ll get the DVD thrown into the bargain.

3) Free SIM card

If you need to slash your mobile phone bill, why not sign up for two free SIMs with 3? Keep one of the SIM cards for yourself and give the other to a friend, and you’ll both get free Skype-Skype calls and instant messages. You’ll also receive free texts and free internet access every time you top up – free stuff lasts 90 days.

4) Free gym pass

If you’re trying to get fit for the summer, you can enjoy a free three-day gym pass for LA Fitness if you sign up here. And if you want to find out where your nearest LA Fitness gym is, click here.

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5) Free whisky

If you register on the Bell’s Whisky website, you can obtain a printable voucher for a free 25ml ‘dram’ of Bell’s whisky at a participating pub! You can find a list of all pubs taking part in this offer on the website. Note that this is only valid in England and Wales.

6) Free skincare products

Fancy getting your hands on some fancy skincare products? Sign up on the La Roche-Posay website and you’ll be sent some free samples! You’re also likely to be the first to hear about any special offers and promotions.

7) Free eye test

Need to get your eyes tested? Pop into your nearest Tesco Opticians and you can get an eye test for free! To book your appointment, phone 0845 601 3479. You can find your nearest Tesco Opticians using this store locator.

8) Free Christian Dior perfume sample

Fancy getting your hands on a Dior Capture Totale perfume sample? Register here and you’ll receive a printable invitation to take with you to a participating Dior counter or store to pick up your sample.

9) Free film rental trial

If you’re a big movie buff and you’ve heard of Lovefilm, but you’re not sure what the fuss is about, you can register here for a free 14 day film rental trial to find out!

Alternatively, Cinema Paradiso is also offering a free 14 day trial on its website if you sign up here.

10) Free foundation

You can pick up a free sample of L’Oreal Matte Morphose foundation if you simply register on the L’Oreal Paris website.

11) Free business cards

If you want to create your own business cards, but can’t afford to splash out, make sure you check out freepdfcards.com. Here, you can create a PDF business card design, add all your contact information, and then download the printable PDF file.

12) Free days out

If you’re looking for a cheap day out, the National Trust is opening its doors for free on the weekend of 20-21 March. There are 300 different places to explore, so you won’t be short of options! Simply download your Bonus Time voucher on this page of the National Trust website.

13) Free iTunes download

Fancy downloading a new tune for your iPod? Simply go to the Heart FM website and register and you’ll be emailed a free iTunes download code within four working days.

You’ll also be entered into a competition to win a Sharleen Spiteri related prize. (If you don’t know who Sharleen is, she's the lead singer in the band Texas.)

14) Free driving lesson

If you or someone you know is contemplating learning to drive, The Telegraph has teamed up with The Institute of Advanced Motorists and approved UK driving instructors to offer a free one hour driving lesson or advanced assessment.

To claim, you can call 020 8144 1499 or book online at www.PROdriving.co.uk and click on learner or advanced. Lessons must be booked by 31 July and taken before 31 August.

And if you’d like to book additional lessons, you could receive a discount of up to 15%.

15) Free swim

Fancy a swim for free? Simply buy a 500ml or 750ml bottle of Schweppes Abbey Well water, and you’ll be able to claim a free swim any day between Monday and Friday. Just take the bottle cap along with you to claim. You can find your nearest participating pool here. This offer is valid until February 2011.

Bonus freebie

As an added bonus, don’t forget that if you need a bit of help saving money, you can get free advice on lovemoney.com.

First, adopt this goal: Manage on a small budget. And then, why not have a wander over to Q&A and ask other lovemoney.com members for hints and tips about what worked best for them? Good luck!

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