Pennies are tight, and you want to stay in and have a cheap evening, but not sure what to do? Whether you have housemates, live on your own or with your partner, there are many things that you can do to fill your time.
Here’s our list of things that you can do:
Play a Board Game
Shake the dust off of those old board games that you have, or go out and buy one as they can be cheap and be used over and over again.
For the older people reading this you could be nostalgic and go back to your childhood and play Game of Life, Monopoly, Scrabble, Operation or Hotel – most of these are still available in online shops, or if not, try eBay. Alternatively you could try the new generation of board games such as, Ingenious, Mr and Mrs, Articulate or Tension.
Rent the Latest Computer Game
From the old to the modern, invite some friends around, go to Blockbuster and rent out the latest computer game – invite some mates around, get a take away, have some beers and have a fun evening driving, shooting or whatever activity takes your fancy (on the computer!)
Rent that Film You’ve Wanted to Watch
Undoubtedly, there is one film that you have been meaning to watch for months, if not years. Take the time to source it and either buy or rent it and settle down on the sofa and watch it.
Write That Overdue Letter
Modern technology has impacted all of our lives, so with a quiet night in, take the time to write a letter to a friend or family member that you haven’t spoken to in a while. Email’s are quick and convenient, but sometimes its just nice to send or receive a letter.
Cook Your Favourite Dinner
Take the time to prepare and make your favourite meal and then enjoy with a nice glass of wine or a beer, depending on your preference.
Read
This may take a bit more than one night of staying in, but pick up a book that will keep you interested and read it.
Dance!
Everyone likes to dance in the privacy of their living room! Turn on the CD player / iPod and just let yourself go wild in your living room or bedroom!
Have a Long, Hot Soak
Buy some bubble bath, some scented candles and a glass of wine and when you get home run a bubble bath, light the candles and enjoy a glass of wine. You can even include reading a book whilst you do, doubling up on our list of things to do.
Organise
There must be a pile of papers or bills that you have been putting off organising for a long time, but if you’re looking to stay in and save some money, what better time to do it than then?
Have a Lads or Girls Night In
The lads version was covered earlier with the renting of a computer game, some beers and takeaway. This may appeal to some girls, but for others it won’t, so as an idea, why not invite some female friends over, rent a film, get a takeaway and just relax on the sofa.