I’m a thrifty shopper – here’s how to get freebies on your birthday

A thrifty woman has revealed the places where you can go to to get free items on your birthday. 

Becky Chorlton, from Lymm, Cheshire, is known for her thrifty videos on TikTok, where she shows her followers how you can get more bang for your buck.

From car boot sales to charity shop hauls and mystery boxes, Becky is no stranger to rummaging through items to find hidden treasures.

And free birthday treats are no exception, as she travelled around with her mother to redeem all of her vouchers.

From Boost to Greggs to Hotel Chocolat, Becky reveals all the brands that will celebrate your birthday with a treat on the house.

From Boost to Greggs to Hotel Chocolat, Becky reveals all the brands that will celebrate your birthday with a treat on the house. Pictured: Becky’s mother

Boost

The voucher is valid three days before and also after your birthday, so you have time to use tuck into a delicious smoothie

The voucher is valid three days before and also after your birthday, so you have time to use tuck into a delicious smoothie

Becky says that you can grab yourself a free drink from Boost – which retails upwards of £4.60- for free when you download and register via their app.

The voucher is valid three days before and also after your birthday, so you have time to use tuck into a delicious smoothie.

But make sure you don ‘t forget your ID, as you will need to show it as proof that your birthday matches the one listed on the account.

Krispy Kreme

Becky says that you can get a free doughnut when you download the app join Kripsy Kreme rewards

Becky says that you can get a free doughnut when you download the app join Kripsy Kreme rewards

Becky says that you can get a free doughnut when you download the app join Kripsy Kreme rewards.

Becky’s mother tucked into a one of their special limited edition Spring doughnuts.

But birthday doughnuts can only be claimed at Krispy Kreme stores. They cannot be redeemed online or through any of their cabinet partners, such as Tesco.

Barburrito 

It tastes better when it's free! Becky says you can get a free burrito when you download the app register an account

It tastes better when it’s free! Becky says you can get a free burrito when you download the app register an account

Next, Becky and her mother take a trip to Barburrito, where they claim their next reward.

She says you can get a free burrito when you download the app register an account.

But you must register at least 48 hours before your actual birthday to pick up the free treat.

Chopstix

She says you can redeem a free small noodle box at Chopstix when you sign up to their newsletter

She says you can redeem a free small noodle box at Chopstix when you sign up to their newsletter

Becky’s next trip was to Chopstix noodle bar, which sells Pan-Asian food, to redeem her next free meal.

She says you can redeem a free small noodle box when you sign up to their newsletter.

However, don’t forget your ID as you will need this to prove your birthday, you can also use the voucher up to a week after your special day.

The Body Shop

Becky says that every year you can get a £5 voucher to spend when you sign up for their loyalty scheme

Becky says that every year you can get a £5 voucher to spend when you sign up for their loyalty scheme

For all you Body Shop lovers out there, Becky has just the reward for you.

She says that every year you can get a £5 voucher to spend when you sign up for their loyalty scheme.

When you sign up for the Love Your Body Club, you will get 10 points for every £1 spent and once you reach 500 points, you will automatically receive a £5 voucher. 

However, you have to sign up and shopped with them at least a year in advance to your birthday, otherwise you won’t get the reward. 

Hotel Chocolat

Becky went to Hotel Chocolat with her mother and found that you get a free £5 to spend when you sign up for a VIP card

Becky went to Hotel Chocolat with her mother and found that you get a free £5 to spend when you sign up for a VIP card

What better way to extend your birthday celebrations by getting a fancy box of chocolates at no cost?

Becky went to Hotel Chocolat with her mother and found that you get a free £5 to spend when you sign up for a VIP card.

The reward is sent two weeks before your birthday and will be valid for 30 days, meaning you have time to redeem it.

However, there is a minimum spend of £5.01, meaning if something is exactly £5, you won’t be able to use the voucher for it and it also excludes sale or promotional items. 

Greggs

The award is valid for one month and you will also get a free hot drink just for downloading the app

The award is valid for one month and you will also get a free hot drink just for downloading the app

Users took to the comments to express what they thought about the video, as one user was shocked at how much she got for free

Users took to the comments to express what they thought about the video, as one user was shocked at how much she got for free

The last stop for Becky and her mother was Greggs to pick up a free sweet treat.

The award is valid for one month and you will also get a free hot drink just for downloading the app.

The Greggs app also works on a stamp basis, meaning that every time you purchase a product, you will earn a stamp and when you earn nine stamps in a category, you will get the tenth free.

Her followers loved the video, as they took to the comments section, with one writing: ‘This is exactly what I was looking for! I found another video where you get a free box of Lindt chocolates on your birthday when you sign up to them!’

Another penned: ‘There’s actually so much.’

A third commented: ‘I should do this more often.’ 

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