Feeling the January blues? You’re not alone.
Blue Monday, the so-called “most depressing day of the year” has arrived, but we’ve rounded up the best deals and freebies across food, drinks and beauty, and more to help lift your spirits.
From budget-friendly meals and warming drinks to wellness treatments, there’s plenty to brighten up your Monday.
Heading to Prezzo for dinner tonight? You can enjoy a range of pizzas and pastas for just 99p. To take advantage, download the Prezzo app, reserve a table, and purchase a drink.
Dishes priced at just 99p include Arrabbiata, Spaghetti Bolognese, Spaghetti Carbonara, Pepperoni Pizza, The Veggie One Pizza, Margherita Pizza, and Plant-Based Spaghetti Bolognese.
Little ones can also enjoy a two-course meal for only £1.
Plus, if you try today’s “Lucky Lasagne” deal, priced at £8 instead of the usual £18.95, you’ll receive a scratchcard for a chance to win a £100 Prezzo voucher.
Free drink at a Greene King pub
You have until January 31 to claim your free drink
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Fancy a free alcohol-free drink? Just head to a Greene King pub and whisper the phrase “Cheers to zero” to your bartender. You’ll be able to choose from a selection of alcohol-free options, including Kopparberg, Thatchers, Old Speckled Hen, Old Mout, and more.
You can bring friends along too, everyone who says the phrase can claim their free bottle.
The offer is available until January 31, so if you don’t manage to get a free round today you still have time.
£5 burgers at Frankie & Benny’s
Enjoy a range of dishes for only £5 at Frankie and Benny’s
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Fancy a bargain at Frankie & Benny’s? Simply tell your server the secret phrase “£5 favourites” and you can enjoy a burger or pizza from the special menu for just £5.
Choices include the Central Park Burger, Mac Daddy Burger, Crispy BBQ Chicken Burger, or pizzas like the Blanco, Meat Medley, or BBQ Chicken, meals that usually cost between £14 and £18.
A £2.49 extra applies for other burger and pizza options.
The deal can be used for everyone at your table (up to 10 people) and is valid every day until January 29.
Go to the gym for free for a day
Enjoy a relaxing day at Village Hotels
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Treat yourself to a free day of fitness and relaxation at Village Hotels.
By searching for ‘Village Hotels free pass’, you can claim a complimentary pass giving you full access to the gym, swimming pools, saunas, and hot tubs.
Booking is simple, just fill out the online form and choose the day that works for you.
It’s the perfect excuse to bring a few friends along and enjoy a wellness day together at no cost.
Why not enjoy a free matcha on Café Mama & Sons when you buy any pastry?
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Café Mama & Sons is joining the Blue Monday fun with a colourful treat of their own.
Buy any pastry and you’ll receive a complimentary Blue Spirulina Honey Matcha drink.
The giveaway lasts for a whole week starting on Blue Monday, so you’ve got plenty of time to grab yours.
Get £50 off Centre Parcs
Give yourself something to look forward to
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If you’re looking to brighten up Blue Monday with something to look forward to, Centre Parcs has a rare discount code to help you save.
Use the code FOREST at checkout to get £50 off bookings for stays from April 1 onwards.
Free hot drink at Floozie Cookies
Floozie Cookies is located in Covent Garden
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Looking for a way to lift your spirits this Blue Monday? Floozie Cookies in Covent Garden has got you covered. For one day only, they’re offering a free hot drink with any cookie purchase, giving you the perfect excuse to indulge in a sweet treat.
To claim your drink, simply use the code Cookieblues when ordering in-store. Whether you’re craving a classic chocolate chip, a gooey cookie or one of their seasonal flavours, this little pick-me-up is a cozy way to beat the January blues.
It’s also a great chance to grab a treat with friends or make your afternoon a bit more cheerful.
Enjoy different tastes for almost nothing
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Boxpark is encouraging Londoners to step out of their comfort zone with their Try a Trader promotion. From 12–3 pm, you can enjoy a main meal plus a soft drink for only £8, with everything from burgers and pizzas to international dishes on offer, making it a perfect lunchtime treat without breaking the bank.
January also brings great drink deals across Boxpark locations. Sip on £5 draught beers, house wine, and spirit & mixers, or take advantage of two for one cocktails at Croydon, Wembley, Shoreditch, and Camden venues.
This deal is available through January.
Get a discount on your next manicure
Priority members are being treated to discounted nail treatment
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Townhouse has partnered with Priority to help customers treat themselves this winter with a little extra pampering.
Priority members can enjoy 30 per cent off any Townhouse treatment from manicures to luxurious pedicures, at participating salons across the UK (excludes extension services).
The offer is all about making self-care simple and accessible, giving members the chance to try Townhouse’s full range of treatments at a discounted price. To take advantage, simply grab your unique code through the Priority app and book at a participating Townhouse salon.