As the cost of living continues to increase, people are always looking for ways to save money on expenses and experiences.

New research by Greene King has shown that the cost of the average family meal out is now £90, with nearly half of Brits saying they are unable to treat their family as often due to rising costs.

A quarter of families said they can only afford to eat out when there is a deal on.  

To keep costs low, a quarter of respondents say they deliberately choose the cheapest items on the menu when eating out, with 1 in 5 ordering tap water instead of purchasing a drink.

What’s more, one in five Brits now share a family meal less than once a month, and a third (34%) admitted they only eat together on special occasions.

Greene King launches family deal

To help families navigate the cost of living crisis and treat their loved ones this half term, Greene King has launched the ‘Feed the Family’ deal.

The deal will allow customers to buy two selected adult main meals and two children meals for just £15 or £20 at their local pub, location dependent.

Additional children can then eat for just £1 when purchasing the deal. You can enjoy classics including Fish & Chips, Lasagne and Mac & Cheese.

The deal is available every weekday until February 26, at participating pubs.

Andrew Gallagher, Marketing Director at Greene King Local Pubs said: “Our research shows that the average family meal out now costs around £90 – which given the current climate it is unsurprising that families are struggling to justify.

“Local pubs are a great place for families to get together, enjoy good food and escape an environment that is often consumed with distractions such as TV and work.

“To ensure we don’t miss out on the importance of family meals and to support our customers during these difficult times, we have launched Feed the Family, which will enable a family of four to enjoy a meal out for just £15-£20, with additional kid’s meals available for just £1.”

To find your local participating pub, visit the website.

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