Isobel Lawrance
25th Oct 2024
Updated Oct 2024
With the school summer holidays on the horizon, it is more important than ever to think about how family finances will be impacted. Many businesses have great offers where kids can eat for £1 or less during the school holidays.
The school holidays can be an exciting time for many. Children are excited at the prospect of time away from the confines of school, and families can spend some quality time together. Some may even have a nice holiday booked or finally have the time to visit family who live far away.
But holidays are not all sunshine and rainbows. For many, it induces a sense of anxiety. Financial worry clouds the minds of many, as household costs increase during this period.
Time off school means many parents are spending more time at home with their children. This leads to increased energy use due to more electronics being used, food being cooked and let’s not forget the seemingly endless piles of laundry! Similarly, more food is being eaten at home, with the break not only on education, but the provision of free school meals. Many people rely on these meals to feed their children one full, hot meal per day.
It can all add up. But, luckily, there are many restaurants and cafes which offer low-cost and sometimes free meals for children during school breaks. Whether it be a low-cost or free breakfast, lunch or dinner, you are bound to find somewhere your little ones will enjoy.
Beefeater and Brewers Fayre
Two children up to the age of 16 can eat a free breakfast with every adult breakfast purchased. This offer is available at any Beefeater or Brewers’ Fayre branch and includes their delicious unlimited all-you-can-eat breakfast. So, whether your little ones fancy a full English or a more continental option, there is bound to be something they enjoy.
This means if you plus a friend or a partner purchase a breakfast, four children can get a free breakfast. There is currently no end date to this scheme as of yet, but it is currently available for all customers to enjoy.
You can also take advantage of the Summer Holiday Special: a three-course kids meal for just £6.49, or the Feed the Family offer for two mains and two kids meals for just £20 on weekdays 12pm – 6pm.
Full T&Cs here.
Purezza
If you fancy a light lunch or a spot of dinner, why not visit vegan Italian favourite Purezza? Children under the age of 10 can get a delicious free mini pizza with a topping of their choice! These mouth-watering options include mushrooms, courgette and vegan sausage.
Only one child can get this offer per adult who is dining. Full T&Cs here.
Dobbies
Garden centres can provide a surprising amount of fun for kids. From the wonderful colours of blossoming flowers to water fountains, shrubs and the wildlife they bring, children can become immersed in the magical surroundings nature brings.
You can get one free kids meal or breakfast at Dobbies garden centres with the purchase of an adult traditional breakfast or main course lunch purchased. Children can choose from the children’s breakfast or lunch menu. There is a £1 supplement for kids’ Sunday roast meals. During school holidays, you can also get a free child’s hot meal or pick n mix lunch box with every adult meal purchased.
If you want to go out with the grandparents too, over 60s can choose a main course and cake for just £11.95 any weekday between 12pm – 3pm (£2 supplement for fish and chips). Just make sure to set up separate tabs for the over 60s meals, as it can’t be combined with the kids eat free offer.
Offer available at all Dobbies restaurants with the exception of Andover, Lelant, Marple, Reading, York and Anchorwood.
Full T&Cs here.
Bella Italia
Family favourite Bella Italia lets kids eat FREE all day every Thursday with the purchase of an adult meal, and for just £1 during the hours of 4-6pm Sunday to Wednesday. This is available for children aged 2-11 years and is available between 4pm and 6pm.
Plus, this offer includes three delicious courses and a drink. For just £1 maximum! You can’t go wrong. Full T&Cs here.
Morrisons
Why not roll your weekly shop and a meal out into one with Morrisons? They have a great deal where one child can eat a free lunch or dinner when you spend £5 on one adult meal from The Breakfasts, The Chippy, or The Classic menus. Children up to the age of 16 can redeem this offer and get a delicious free meal from the kids menu, including a drink and a piece of fruit.
One free kids’ meal can be redeemed per adult but excludes menu specials. Full info here.
Hungry Horse
Hungry Horse restaurants have a whopping summer holiday deal: Feed a Family for £15! From 1st July to 30th August 2024, you’ll get two adult mains and two children’s full meals (main, dessert, and drink) for just £15 AND a free plushie for the kids. What’s even better is you can upgrade to large kids meals for 50p each, and add two more kids meals for just £2.50 each.
Throughout the year, Hungry Horse also run a special offer where children can eat for just £1 every Monday. Up to two children can eat per full paying adult.
Larger meals are priced at just £1.50.
Take advantage of the Just The Two of Us meal deal, which includes an adult main and a kids meal for only £10.
Choose from a variety of delicious options, from beef burgers to veggie nuggets. Make sure to check if your nearest restaurant is eligible for this offer.
Full Terms and Conditions here.
Sizzling Pubs
Sizzling Pubs is the parent company of numerous pubs across the UK. Your local pub might be a Sizzling Pub without you realizing it! Find your nearest pub here.
During the summer holidays, kids can enjoy meals for just £1 from Monday to Friday after 12pm with the purchase of an adult meal. This offer excludes breakfast, other promotions, and the set menu. It is also valid after 3pm Monday to Friday outside of school holidays.
Full Terms and Conditions here.
Angus Steakhouse
Kids under 8 can dine for free with the purchase of an adult main course every day during the school holidays until September 1st. If you’re visiting the city for any reason, this deal could be worth considering! Remember to request the offer when booking in advance.
Read more here.
IKEA
If you’re shopping for new furniture or looking to update your home, IKEA is a popular choice. Now, IKEA is offering children’s meals starting from 95p. This deal is available all day, every day from 11am.
A children’s menu item is only 95p, and if you choose mac and cheese, it includes a drink and a piece of fruit. For just £1.50, you can enjoy a combo meal from any of the kids’ options, which includes a hot meal, jelly, a drink, and a piece of fruit.
Additionally, many IKEA stores offer free crafting activities during the school holidays. Always confirm that your local store is participating first! For younger children, Smaland is IKEA’s in-store childcare facility, where you can leave your children for 60 minutes in the supervised play area while you shop.
The Real Greek
Every Sunday, children can dine for free at The Real Greek restaurants when an adult spends £10. Whether your child prefers a delicious souvlaki wrap with halloumi or a mezze selection, there’s something to satisfy their cravings.
One free kids meal per adult (each adult must spend £10) can be redeemed, and it is available for all children under 12 years old.
Key workers with a Blue Light Card can also enjoy a 25% discount (cannot be combined with other offers).
Full Terms and Conditions here.
TGI Fridays
Kids eat free at TGI Fridays when you order an adult main meal, all day, every day. This offer is available for Stripes Rewards members – simply join via their app, which is free to download from app stores.
You’ll receive a complimentary Little League or Major League kids’ meal. The menu includes classic burgers, fish fingers, and vegan options. TGI Fridays also offers free Heinz baby food for the youngest guests. Learn more here.
OK Diners
One child under 10 can dine for free when an adult orders a main meal. This offer is available every day at the diners in Derby, Cannock, Leominster, Northop, and Oswestry. Find all the details here.
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
At selected Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, kids can dine for free from the Ramsay kids menu when an adult orders a main. This offer is only available for children under 8 years old, and an adult main must be purchased for each free children’s meal. It is valid at Heddon Street Kitchen, all Bread Street Kitchen and Bars, Bread Street Café, Gordon Ramsay Bar and Grill, and York and Albany.
This offer is available throughout the year, excluding select dates like Christmas and New Year’s Eve. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance to ensure the offer is available on your preferred date.
Dunelm
Many branches of the furnishing retailer have an in-store eatery, the Pausa cafe. Kids can enjoy a ‘mini main’, two snacks, and a drink for free when an accompanying adult spends £4 or more. The offer is available Monday to Friday after 3pm.
YO! Sushi
From July 1st to August 30th, 2024, you’ll receive one free child’s bento box with any adult meal for up to three children (minimum spend of £10 per child on the adult meal – for two free bento boxes, the adult must spend £20). This offer is applicable for children under 12 and for dine-in only. Some restaurants are excluded, so check the details before your visit.
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