London can be expensive for the best of people, let alone students who live for budgeting, beans on toast and bars. Here's our way to enjoy the Capital without making too large of a dent in your student loan.
London has been ranked the best city in the world for students. We all know this won't be based on affordability, so it must be due to its' cultural appeal; its cinemas, museums, theatres, restaurants and, of course, the only thing that really matters ... its' nightlife.
We have many hacks to having a night out with your flat mates. Why not try:
Karaoke Bars - Karaoke Box
★★★★
Pub Theatre - Upstairs at the Gatehouse
★★★★★
Cheap Bars - Ridley Road Market Bar
(£5 for a cocktail, you can't go wrong!)
★★★★★
Free Music Bars - Pop Brixton
★★★★
Free Comedy Clubs - Angel Comedy Club
★★★★★NIGHT CLUBS THAT ARE WORTH THE ENTRY FEE
The biggest heartbreak of a bad night out is remembering you had to pay to even get through the doors of the crappy club. We've all been there. The trick is to find the clubs beforehand that are worth the £3-£8 sacrifice. We've got you covered!
Tiger Tiger London - This club is iconic for its fast paced night life, 6 different themes across 6 different rooms so there truly is something for everyone. Finally, a night where no one can moan about the music because, if one room isn't your vibe, then hop over to the next. Plus, get there before midnight and it's only £5 entry. Bargain, if you ask me!
Piccadilly Institute - Viable option number 2 is another club with a 6 room attraction, all unique and creating a different experience. If you want to splurge and be a bit boujee, treat yourself to one of their many quirky cocktails for the perfect Instagram story, to make anybody who isn't you jealous. Slightly on the pricier side with £10 entry before midnight but if you don't look at your bank statement the next day, it didn't happen ... right?
OUR TOP TIPS FOR PINCHING THOSE PENNIES
1. Pre-drink like there's no tomorrow if you don't want to spend too much on drinks but still want to be on everyone else's level. (My advice: £5 bottle of wine in your flat before you leave, works wonders!
2. Eat a carb heavy meal before you leave to avoid the expense of a post-club kebab. (My advice: go to your local and grab a frozen pizza, everyone loves pizza). Another hack is to save a few slices for when you get home, you can thank me later for this one ...
3. Go to any club / event that isn't free before midnight. When the moon comes out the prices go up!
4. If you want to limit your spending, take cash! We've all been there when we set a budget but realise we brought our contactless card that, let's be real, doesn't even feel like spending if you don't have to put your pin in.
5. Be smart with your drinks. If a single drink is £5 but a pitcher is £9 then make the executive decision to spend less in the long wrong and get more straight away.
6. Finally, don't be the friend that offers to pay for the Uber home and split the cost later. This never happens ... trust me.
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