Make the most of your money
We’ve compiled a list of spend-slashing tips to help you save and make the most of your money.
Money off prescriptions
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Save money on NHS prescriptions by paying an annual or quarterly fee to receive unlimited prescriptions, rather than paying per item.
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You’re usually financially better off paying an annual fee. The more prescriptions you collect, the more money you’ll be saving.
Click here to find out more information on money off prescriptions.
Council tax discounts
You could be eligible for discounted council tax if you're in receipt of certain benefits, or you're the only adult in your property. Click here to find out if you are eligible for council tax discount.
Trim trails
Otherwise known as outdoor gyms, trim trails are a free way to keep fit and avoid expensive memberships. You’ll find trim trails across Aylesbury Vale in:
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Watermead
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Winslow
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Stoke Mandeville
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Ellesborough
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Buckingham
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Wendover
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Drayton Parslow
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Whitchurch
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Ivinghoe
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Marsworth
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Chearsley
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Stewkley
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Marsh Gibbon
To find out more, contact the relevant Parish or Town Council.
Low-cost broadband
BT Basic provides low-cost line rental and Broadband for anyone claiming Income Support, UC with zero earnings, income-based JSA or ESA, or Guaranteed Pensions Credit. Click here to see if how you could benefit from BT Basics line rental and Broadband.
Water saving freebies
Thames Water offer free water saving devices to collectively help you cut your usage by up to £300 per year! Browse the water saving freebies here.
Free cyber protection
The Global Cyber Alliance and partners have developed Quad9; free software you can set up on your digital device in just minutes, that provides internet security and privacy for home-users and small businesses. Click here to find out how to set up Quad9.
Energy deals
Citizens Advice provide guidance around how to spend less on your energy bills, including grants and benefits, removing pre-payment meters and checking you’re on the best tariff for your situation. Click the following link to find out what energy deals are available to you.
Tips on managing and saving money
If you need support with managing money generally, check out the Barclays Money Management pages. You’ll see advice around budgeting, debt, saving, borrowing and more!
Free School Meals
If you claim certain benefits, or meet certain other criteria you can see if your child is eligable for free school meals. You can also find local businesses offering free school meals during the holidays.
Cost of Living
Rising costs of fuel, food and utilities are a cause for concern for most of us so we have made a cost of living resource centre with information to help save the pennies.
