Mum shares savvy tip to get a £50 heated throw for FREE as the chill sets in – and keep the heating off that bit longer

AS the autumn chill begins to set in, millions of cash-strapped Britons are faced with the same dilemma - whether to save money or switch the heating on.

Luckily, one cash-savvy mum has shared how you can get your hands on a £50 heated throw totally for free.

A winter essential, heated throws keep your body warm and can be big enough to share.

Not only do many feature programmable settings for temperature and operation time, they also cost just pence to run - a win-win, following the 10% energy hike earlier this month.

Unlike heated blankets, they are designed to go over you and you shouldn’t use them under sheets on your bed.

Some of them are suitable for use during the night, but it's worth noting that many switch off after several hours.

As the majority of heated throws come in muted shades, they also look totally at home draped over the sofa or armchair.

However, with prices usually going for around £40, some cash-strapped households may want to find cheaper alternatives - and luckily one woman, Emily Gonyora, has revealed how to snap up this cold season must-have for free.

Sharing the game-changer of a tip on the popular , she wrote: ''If you're with Ovo energy, you can request a free heated throw (in shops for £40-£50) for the winter.

''Plus the colour is perfect for my living room.

''I just received mine with energy saving light bulbs and some extra things.''

Showing off her goodies, Emily was seen holding the brand-new , which sells for £42.99 on Amazon.