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THE clocks spring forward in the early hours of Sunday to give us lighter evenings as we switch to summer time. Brighter days make us all feel a little more upbeat but can also save you some cash. 6 Five savvy ways you can use the clocks going forward to save some cash Credit: Getty Here’s how you can use the extra light to cut costs .
. . GYM O’CLOCK: Lighter evenings make it easier to get outside to burn some calories for free.
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Instead, pack up some blankets and find a spot at a local park or even beach, if you’re lucky enough to live close to a seafront. Get your favourite takeaway or make your own food to save even more cash. CHEAP COMMUTE : Cycling home from work feels safer and more appealing when it is light outside.
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In London you can pay £20 a month for unlimited 60-minute rides on Santander Cycles with docking points throughout the city. CUT BILLS : Lighter evenings give ample opportunity to cut your energy bills. Save hundreds at Next Open blinds to make the most of natural daylight and avoid switching on lights.
Or swap an hour of TV in the evening for reading outdoors. Extra daylight can also be used to dry clothes rather than the tumble drier. GROW VEG : If you have outdoor space, why not spend an hour in the evening cultivating a veg patch.
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