By Annie Walton-Doyle
The start of summer can be super exciting, especially as it means the stressful exam season is finally over. Summer often comes with one caveat, though – a very real lack of funds. It can seem like doing anything fun is depressingly out of reach, but that needn’t be the case. Here are a bunch of cheap ways to have fun this summer without dipping into your bank account.
Go to the park
Luckily, city parks are often totally free for public use. Having a picnic is a great way to eat out for cheap, or you can take some games and make a sporty day of it. If you’d rather chill alone, take a book and a picnic blanket and catch some sun – it’s almost like being on holiday.
Check out a museum
Research free museums in your area. After a whole year of studying, you’ll find that some learning for pleasure can feel like a real luxury. Some exhibitions may cost a small amount of money, but fortunately a student discount can go a long way to making it more affordable.



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