Martin Lewis-Recommended Freebies: Current Offers, Eligibility, and Redemption Details

MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis has identified multiple freebies currently available to UK consumers, ranging from cash incentives and food products to energy-saving measures and travel discounts. These offers span categories including financial services, food and beverage, household goods, and transportation. The following information is derived exclusively from reports published by various news outlets summarizing Lewis’s recommendations. Each offer includes specific eligibility criteria, redemption steps, and time-sensitive deadlines where provided.

Financial Incentives and Bank Switching Offers

Several high-value freebies involve switching bank accounts or opening new savings accounts. These offers provide immediate cash or equivalent value but require adherence to specific conditions.

£40 Cash Incentive with M&S Bank Credit Card

M&S Bank offers a £40 cash incentive to new applicants who are approved for their credit card. This promotion includes an 18-month period of guaranteed 0% interest on purchases. The offer is available to UK residents who successfully pass the credit approval process. No additional spending requirements are mentioned beyond the initial application approval.

£180 Wine Bundle with Virgin Money Bank Switch

Virgin Money provides a package of 15 bottles of wine, claimed to be worth £180, to customers who switch their current account to Virgin Money. The account also offers a 2.02% AER variable interest rate on balances up to £1,000. Martin Lewis described this as the "best switching offer available right now" but emphasized the need to act quickly, as the offer may be withdrawn soon. Eligibility requires completing a full bank switch to Virgin Money.

£100 Santander Railcard for Young Adults

Santander offers a free 16-25 railcard, valued at £100, to individuals born between June 30, 1999, and June 30, 2005. As of June 30, 2025, eligible individuals must be between 20 and 25 years old. To claim the railcard, applicants must: - Be a UK resident. - Open a Santander savings account (e.g., the Simple 1.2% Easy Access Saver). - Deposit £50 into the account by the end of May. - Keep the £50 deposited until at least June 30, or until the railcard is issued. - Set up online or mobile banking with Santander by the end of May.

The railcard provides a third off most rail fares and is valid for four years. This offer is not available to those who have previously received a free railcard from Santander, typically through a student bank account.

Food and Beverage Freebies

Martin Lewis highlighted several opportunities to obtain free food and drinks, primarily through app sign-ups, digital coupons, and app-based "hacks."

Greggs App Offer

Greggs offers a free bake or sausage roll to customers who sign up to the Greggs app by January 2, 2023. The offer includes items such as steak bakes, cheese and onion bakes, and vegan sausage rolls. These items typically cost between £1 and £2.

Burger King, Taco Bell, and Krispy Kreme

Reports indicate that Martin Lewis mentioned free food opportunities at Burger King, Taco Bell, and Krispy Kreme, though specific details regarding the nature of these offers (e.g., app sign-ups, coupons) are not fully elaborated in the source material. The general advice is to check these brands' apps and promotional pages for current free food opportunities.

Supermarket Coupons via MoneySavingExpert

The MoneySavingExpert website maintains a weekly-updated list of supermarket coupons. At the time of reporting, the list featured 13 different coupons for free food and drinks. Specific examples include: - A digital coupon for a £2.50 box of PG tips. - An app-based hack for a free bar of Lindt chocolate worth £2. - An app-based hack for a carton of Jord Oat Milk worth £1.80.

Energy-Saving Measures and Government Schemes

For homeowners and tenants, there are government-backed schemes offering free insulation and boiler replacements to reduce energy bills.

Great British Insulation Scheme

The Great British Insulation Scheme offers free insulation or even a new boiler to eligible households. The scheme aims to save households up to £1,500 a year on energy bills. An online eligibility tracker is available, and if eligible, an energy supplier will contact the applicant within 10 days to arrange a property assessment.

Eligibility is divided into two categories:

Low Income Category: - Must own the home. - Energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of D or lower. - Someone in the household must claim a qualifying benefit (Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Child Benefit, Income Support, or Housing Benefit). - Alternatively, if living in social housing or considered on a low income by the local council (total household income under £31,000 a year) and vulnerable to the effects of living in a cold home.

General Group: - While a free boiler may not be available, free insulation might still be provided.

Summary of Current Freebies

The following table summarizes the key offers identified by Martin Lewis:

Offer Category	Specific Freebie	Key Eligibility/Requirements	Value
Financial	£40 Cash	Approved M&S Bank credit card application	£40
Financial	15 Bottles of Wine	Switch to Virgin Money bank account	£180
Travel	16-25 Railcard (4 years)	Age 20-25 (born 1999-2005); Open Santander savings account; Deposit £50 by end of May	£100
Food	Greggs Bake/Sausage Roll	Sign up to Greggs app by Jan 2, 2023	~£1-£2
Food	PG Tips, Lindt, Oat Milk	Use digital coupons/app hacks via MoneySavingExpert	£1.80 - £2.50
Household	Insulation/Boiler	Homeowner with EPC D or lower; Income under £31k or on qualifying benefits	Up to £1,500/yr savings

Conclusion

Martin Lewis continues to identify a variety of freebies available to UK consumers, focusing on immediate value and cost-of-living support. The most significant offers involve financial commitments, such as switching bank accounts or opening savings accounts, which provide high-value returns in the form of cash, wine, or travel discounts. Time-sensitive food offers are also available through app sign-ups and digital coupons. For long-term savings, government-backed energy schemes offer substantial home improvements at no cost to eligible low-income or vulnerable households. Consumers are advised to verify current terms and conditions directly with the respective providers, as offers may change or expire.