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ALMOST three quarters of UK families relied on credit to fund Christmas, making January the top time to cut back on spending.

If you’re being careful with your cash this month, there’s only one thing better than getting a new year bargain - and that’s getting it for free.

As we start 2025, times are already tough, so scores of firms are offering fantastic free products to keep you interested in what they have to offer.

Here are the top ten January freebies – but remember to check terms and conditions before you sign up.

1. £10 Amazon gift voucher

£50 Amazon gift card in a black gift box with an orange bow.
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Bag an Amazon voucher for signing up to a survey site

Sign up to survey site Swagbucks and bag a £10 Amazon gift voucher.

You can also make extra cash throughout the year.

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2. Beer

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Brewers Lucky Saint are giving away 100,000 free pintsCredit: Getty

Forget Dry January and raise a glass to this thirst-quenching freebie.

Brewers Lucky Saint are giving away 100,000 free pints in their ‘Thou Shalt Go to the Pub’ promotion’.

3. Crisps

Assorted Walkers crisps packets.
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Munch on a free packet of Walkers crisps at the pubCredit: Alamy

But if you’re off alcohol, you can still munch on a free packet of Walkers crisps at the pub.

The new Walkers ‘Pack Our Pubs’ campaign offers a tasty free snack from the Walkers Better For You range - including Walkers Baked, Walkers 45% Less Salt, Snack a Jacks, Popworks and Sunbites – when you buy a non-alcoholic drink at selected Stonegate Pubs nationwide.

4. Gym Pass

Young woman jogging on a treadmill in a gym.
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Gym Chain Anytime Fitness is offering a free day passCredit: Getty

After a few drinks and packets of crisps, you may want to hit the gym.

Gym Chain Anytime Fitness is offering a free day pass to over 18s at locations across the country.

5. Perfume

Perfume bottle on peach tulle fabric.
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The Perfume Shop is giving away a free perfume sampleCredit: Getty

Sweated enough?

Then sniff out some sweetly-scented savings with The Perfume Shop.

The nationwide chain is giving away a free perfume sample when you purchase selected fragrances from its new ‘Try Me’ range.

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6. Kids Meals

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Kids eat free every Thursday at Bella ItaliaCredit: Getty

Cut the cost of feeding the family.

Kids eat free every Thursday at Bella Italia.

Meals are suitable for two to 11-year-olds and tots can enjoy up to three courses and a drink.

See  for full details

7. Washing liquid

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Persil is offering a bumper 1,250,000 free coupons for its new Wonder Wash liquidsCredit: Getty

Pasta sauce stains on your clothes?

Persil is offering a bumper 1,250,000 free coupons for its new Wonder Wash liquids, designed to work quickly in short cycles to save energy.

You'll also receive a £1 discount on a pack. Sign up on the .

8. LEGO

Colorful plastic building blocks scattered on a white surface.
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Build a free LEGO City Soap Box Racer in LEGO stores nationwideCredit: Getty

This offer is bound to be one of January’s top freebies.

Build a free LEGO City Soap Box Racer in LEGO stores nationwide and take it home with you.

This offer takes place only on 18th January from 10am to midday and 19th January from midday to 2pm.

Racers will be available on a first come first served basis, while stocks last.

9. Bakery Treats

Croissants and other pastries on display in a cafe.
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Sign up for the Lidl Plus app and you’ll bag a free bakery treatCredit: Getty

Hungry for more savings?

Sign up for the Lidl Plus app and you’ll bag a free bakery treat when you spend just £10 in a month.

Plus once you’ve hit £250 spend, you’ll also get a hefty ten per cent off your next shop.

10. Luxury skin serum and hair oil

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Kiehl's and Kérastase have teamed up to give away 40,000 free samplesCredit: Getty

Winter weather washing you out?

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Posh skincare store Kiehl's and designer haircare brand Kérastase have teamed up to give away 40,000 free samples of their Elixir Ultime Hair Oil and a lux skincare product.

Choose between the Ultra Facial Cream or Retinol Serum.

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