Want to get some affordable meals for kids during the school holidays? Many places across the UK offer £1 or free kids’ meals in the May half term. Let’s find out more about these deals at supermarkets, pubs, and more.
Where to Find £1 or Free Kids’ Meals
Where can you find £1 or free kids’ meals across the UK? Check out supermarkets like ASDA, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons. You can also find the free offer and £1 meal deal at restaurants such as Bella Italia, Bill’s, Café Rouge, and The Real Greek.
Pubs like Brewers Fayre, Hungry Horse, and Table Table offer these deals too. Don’t forget to look into hotels such as Premier Inn, Holiday Inn, and Travelodge for more options. Other stores including Dobbies, Dunelm, and IKEA might surprise you with their offerings!
Supermarkets
ASDA
At ASDA, kids under 16 can enjoy a meal for just £1. Plus, babies under 18 months get a free Ella’s Kitchen baby food pouch, making it easy for the whole family to eat out without spending much.
This great offer is perfect for those looking for value and quality during the school holidays.
Tesco
With every adult purchase in the café, Tesco offers free meals for kids from Monday to Friday.
It’s an ideal way to keep your little ones happy and fed while doing your shopping.
Morrisons
Morrisons makes family mealtimes easier by giving away free meals to children under 16 with any adult spending £4.50 or more. Sainsbury’s follows suit with a tempting deal: buy an adult hot main meal from £5.29 and get a kid’s hot main meal or lunch bag for only £1.
These deals not only save money but also ensure that time spent in supermarkets brings smiles to little pipsqueaks’ faces.
Restaurants
Bella Italia
Bella Italia makes kids happy with a three-course meal for £1. This deal is for kids aged 2-11 and goes from Monday to Thursday, between 4pm and 6pm. An adult must order a main dish.
Bills
Bill’s does something special too. You get two free children’s dishes all day when you buy an adult main course.
The Real Greek
The Real Greek offers one no-cost kid’s menu item on Sundays. This is when each grown-up spends at least £10, perfect for children under 12. These places give families great value during the Easter holidays or any time off school.
Eating out doesn’t have to be expensive, thanks to these generous deals that let little ones enjoy everything from fish fingers in tomato sauce to ice cream and fruit without breaking the bank.
Angus Steakhouses
If you’re in London, there’s a great offer on at Angus Steakhouses where a child under eight can eat free with a full-paying adult buying a main course anytime during half term. This offer is is also available outside of half-term on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
A child under the age of eight can eat for free at selected times at limited Gordon Ramsay restaurants when an adult dines from the a la carte menu. Make sure to check each restaurant individually before booking.
TGI Fridays
Kids eat free all day every day with the purchase of an adult main. You need to download their Stripes Rewards app – their customer loyalty scheme – to be able to claim the free meal. Kids menu options include chicken burgers, hot dogs and chicken tenders.
Frankie & Benny’s
Children get a free main, side, dessert and drink with every adult main ordered. With meals like margherita pizza, tomato pasta and fish fingers are on the menu, the kids will love it!
Preto
Get a free meal at Brazilian steakhouse Preto. Valid every weekday from 4pm, and all weekend, just go to their website and download your Children Eat Free voucher before attending the restaurant.
Purezza
Purezza is the UK’s first vegan pizzeria. They also offer vegan pastas, salads, and desserts. Children under the age of ten can get a free mini pizza with every full-paying adult.
YO! Sushi
For every adult that spends £10, one child aged 12 or under gets a free kiddo bento box. If you spend £20, two kids can eat free and so on, with a maximum of three kids per booking able to eat free. The offer is valid Monday to Fridays over half term. This isn’t available at all restaurants so do check first!
Pubs
Brewers Fayre
At Brewers Fayre, kids eat free during breakfast. For every adult who pays £9.99 to enjoy as much food as they want, two children get their meals at no cost. This deal makes mornings brighter for families looking for quality time without worrying about the bill.
Hungry Horse
Over at Hungry Horse pubs, Mondays are special because selected meals for little ones cost just £1 or £1.50 for bigger portions with each meal paid by an adult. It’s a brilliant way to make sure everyone leaves with a full belly and a smile.
Table Table
Table Table also offers sweet deals that let families dine out without breaking the bank. Here, parents can find great offers where kids can enjoy delicious menu options tailored just right for them alongside their family’s orders.
Sizzling Pub and Grill
At Sizzling Pub and Grill, kids can eat for just £1 with a purchase of every adult meal Monday to Fridays from 12pm. The offer can’t be used in conjunction with any other deal and all food must be ordered at the same time.
Beefeater
If you’re after a cheap breakfast, Beefeater lets two kids, under the age of 16, eat free breakfast with any adult breakfast purchased for £9.99. This offer is available 6:30am until 10:30am midweek and 7am until 11am at the weekend
Hotels
Premier Inn
Premier Inn offers a sweet deal where up to two children under 16 get free breakfasts with one adult who buys a full Premier Inn Breakfast or Meal Deal. This means families can enjoy unlimited breakfast without worrying about the extra cost for the kids.
Travelodge
At Travelodge, the offer is just as tempting—when an adult pays for a full-priced breakfast, two youngsters aged 15 and under eat at no cost. It’s all about making mornings easier and more affordable for families travelling or on holiday.
Other Stores
Dobbies Garden Centres
At Dobbies Garden Centres, every full-paying adult can get one free kids’ meal starting at noon daily. This deal makes lunchtime outings more fun without stretching the wallet.
Dunelm’s Pausa Cafe
In Dunelm’s Pausa Cafe, spending just £4 after 3pm gets an adult main enough to score a free main meal for kids plus two snacks and a drink. It’s perfect for those late shopping trips when hunger strikes.
IKEA joins in with their own tasty offer: children can enjoy Mac & Cheese or pasta with tomato sauce along with a soft drink and fruit at just 95p. These options not only please the little ones but also make family shopping trips more enjoyable thanks to these thoughtful deals across various local stores.
IKEA
IKEA offers affordable deals on meals for kids on Fridays. So if you need a break during your IKEA shopping trip, you can get the kids pasta for just 45p from 11am. Other kids meals are also available for the higher price of £1.50.
Heathrow Airport
If you’re flying from London Heathrow, you can get free meals at participating airport restaurants. Tying in with school holidays throughout the year, free children’s meals are on offer during eligible school holiday dates.
OK Diners
If you’re doing on a road trip this half-term, at OK Diners children under 10 can eat free from the kids menu when an adult purchases a main from the a la carte menu. You can grab this offer all day, every day at all diners other than those on the A1.
Tips for Maximising Savings
Plan ahead and research deals
Before heading out, it’s smart to plan ahead and look for deals. Check websites of supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, hotels, and other stores like Dobbies or IKEA for £1 or free kids’ meals. Consider different meal times and remember to check age restrictions for the best savings.
Consider different meal times
When looking for meal deals, thinking about eating at non-peak times might help you find better offers. Some restaurants offer discounted or free kids’ meals during late afternoons or early evenings as it’s often a quieter time for them. Similarly, some cafes and stores have special promotions later in the day if you’re searching for an inexpensive family meal.
Check for age restrictions
When looking for £1 or free kids’ meals, make sure to check for any age restrictions. Some restaurants and stores offer free children’s meals only for a certain age group. For example, at The Real Greek, the free kids’ meal is available on Sundays for children under 12 when each adult spends a minimum of £10.
Similarly, Angus Steakhouses allow kids under 8 to eat free with the purchase of an adult main course.
Get Your Free Deal This Half-term
Discovering affordable or even free kids’ meals during the UK half term is a win for families. From supermarkets to restaurants like Bella Italia and pubs such as Brewers Fayre, options abound.
Do some research to find the best deals, consider different meal times, and make sure you meet any age restrictions. With so many enticing offers available across supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, and other stores – there’s no doubt that your family can enjoy this half term without breaking the bank!