Planning an affordable Christmas

Learn how to plan an affordable Christmas with these three videocasts presented by Dr John Preston, the Church of England's National Stewardship Officer

Here is the link to the Affordable Christmas planner spreadsheet mentioned in the first video.




Posted by L Kempes

Dodgy Christmas Theme Park Warning

The crimes of Christmas past, sound like a line from Scrooge but, it is the time of year to be extra vigilant as some crooks try to blag the general public by creating a "Lapland Experience" or "Christmas extravaganza" on the cheap.


Some may remember the appalling The Lapland New Forest debacle widely known as the 'Winter Blunderland' or the less polite 'Crapland' from 2008. Where punters were ripped off to the tune of £25 and trading standards received 1300 complaints at the time. Numerous horror stories abound , like the report of a child being upset to find Santa puffing on a cigarette outside his grotto.
Just watch out for scams and if you can read some reviews or get the opinion of friends or family before you depart with your hard earned cash.

Dont get me wrong, there are good events to be had .Next weekend myself and my family will be going on the excellent North Pole Express on the Tanfield railway which is in the north east of England.This popular train ride to "Lapland" is often sold out months in advance.

Christmas cost saving tips my luvlies

Have a look at this excellent video.

"Bargain Hunter's Guide to Christmas, the ultimate guide to saving you money on your Christmas shopping. Introduced by Jasmine Birtles, financial expert and TV's own money magpie, Jasmine will show you how you could save a massive £459 on the average family spend of £665. You cannot afford to miss Jasmine's great tips towards a money-saving festive season."




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