40+ free stuff for home and international students in the UK

Everyone loves free stuff, so we've put together a list of the best freebies home and international students can find in the UK. From free food to actual cash, we've got it all covered.

A selection of free stuff for home and international students in the UK: Get free food and household items through Gumtree and Freecycle, score free coffee with the Greggs app, and enjoy beauty samples from our social media groups. Take advantage of free cloud storage from Google Drive, grab a free gym pass at Anytime Fitness, and pick up free condoms and sanitary products from student unions. Free eye tests, STI tests, and online courses with qualifications are also available, along with free access to national museums and art galleries.

Here are some of the best freebies available right now:

1. Free £5 with Plum – Discover how to get a free £5 after signing up to Plum in our deals post.
2. CV Review – Join GRB and receive a free CV review, plus assistance in finding your dream job.
3. eBooks – Grab free books, Kindle eBooks, and audiobooks.
4. Money – Yes, really. Our guide explains various ways to get free money.
5. Premium Rate Calls – Use our tips to call premium rate numbers for free.
6. Beauty Samples – From perfume to foundation, we share free beauty samples on our Facebook group and Instagram.
7. O2 SIM Card – Perfect for claiming O2 Priority Moment deals, like free cinema tickets and pizzas.
8. £5 H&M Voucher – Recycle your old clothes at H&M and receive a £5 voucher. Multiple bags might get you multiple vouchers.
9. New Products – Join product testing websites and get free stuff in exchange for your opinions.
10. Vodafone VeryMe Freebies – If you’re on Vodafone, check out their great freebie app.
11. Free Lottery Draw – Sign up to Pick My Postcode, our favorite free lottery, and check daily to see if you’ve won.
12. Haircut – Become a hair model for a free haircut or consider DIY options in our guide.
13. Watch Freeview Channels Online – Access Freeview channels online without a TV Licence if the loophole applies to you.
14. Free Photo Prints – Create personalized wallpaper with hundreds of free prints (P&P isn’t free). These make great gifts.
15. Free Bets – If you’re over 18, make money from free bets through matched betting. It’s not gambling, but be cautious.
16. Birthday Freebies – Our ultimate list includes dozens of free things like food, drink, and beauty products on your birthday.
17. Cinema Tickets – Read our guide to getting cheap and free cinema tickets.
18. Cloud Storage – Use Google Drive to back up or store 15GB of files for free. Additional storage is available for purchase.
19. Free Coffee – Get a free hot drink by downloading the Greggs app. Check our guide for more tips!
20. Free Software – Find antivirus protection, office software, image editing tools, and more in our free software list.
21. Boots Products – Become a Boots tester and get loads of free stuff.
22. Samples, Vouchers, and Money – Sign up for the best-paid survey sites for free stuff or money in exchange for your opinions.
23. Online Courses – Try a free online course with a qualification to boost your CV.
24. International Calls – Use Skype for free calls when abroad or at home using WiFi.
25. Quit Smoking Plan – Start your recovery today with this NHS freebie.
26. Free Food – Our list of ways to get free food suggests there is such a thing as a free lunch.
27. Household Items – Check local free listings on Gumtree and Freecycle for unwanted items.
28. Recipes – Explore our student recipes page for cheap and cheerful ideas, including dinner party suggestions.
29. Free Drink – Download the Ember Inns app for a free drink in participating venues. Check T&Cs for included drinks.
30. Cashback – Join Quidco and/or TopCashback for free money back when you shop online. Our guide to cashback explains more.
31. Water-Saving Pack – Cut down your water bill and be environmentally friendly with water-saving freebies.
32. Free Doughnut – See our deals post to learn how to get a free Krispy Kreme doughnut.
33. Student Money Cheat Sheet – This page will save you loads of money with its invaluable tips.
34. Magazines – Get six free issues of The Week magazine.
35. Supermarket Cashback – Our guide to supermarket cashback apps shows how to get up to 100% off selected items.
36. Meal Plan – Enjoy cheap and easy recipes for every meal with our free meal plan.
37. Museum Entry – National museums and art galleries offer free entry in the UK. Check Wikipedia for a list of national museums.
38. Eye Tests – Get a free eye test, even if you don’t think you need glasses.
39. Condoms – Find out where to get free condoms near you.
40. Gym Pass – Get a free pass for Anytime Fitness and read our guide for more ways to save on gym memberships.
41. Contact Lens Trials – Try contact lenses on a free trial before committing to a subscription.