Jenny Holliday

Senior Writer – Deals & Features

Jenny joined MSE in February 2024 on a maternity cover contract as an Assistant Editor working with the Deals and Features team. She enjoyed it so much she stayed on as the team's Senior Writer. Jenny is passionate about sharing stories, and proudly encouraging the team to write blogs about their own experiences of MoneySaving, which has led to blogs on everything from a holiday scam to foraging.

A lifestyle journalist for over 20 years, Jenny has worked at Metro newspaper, BBC Three and PA Media, as well as writing for women's magazines including Red, Psychologies, Woman&Home and Good Housekeeping. She brings that experience to MSE, writing about everything from car boot sale tips and tricks, to saving money on your ski holiday, and gardening on a budget whatever size your plot.

Working at MSE has been a revelation for Jenny, who would have described herself as a keen shopper. She is now more mindful of the "money mantras" when hitting the high street and retains a proud love of charity shopping.

Jenny moved to the Cotswolds in 2020 with her husband, where they now have two dogs and are renovating (on a strict budget, of course!) a house. In her spare time, she walks the dogs, enjoys going to local pubs and seeing friends. Jenny trained as a coach in lockdown and brings her coaching skills to her role at MSE.

Latest from Jenny Holliday

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It's like real life eBay or Vinted... as a regular car boot seller I find them the perfect combo of making money and a fun day out. And with spring arriving there's no better time to try and sell your stuff. Here are my top tips I've learned over the years to make the most of the sales...

8 April 2025

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This year's World Book Day is Thursday 6 March, and many parents will already have 'costume stress', as you strive to find the right outfit for your child, while the cost goes up and up. Even handmade World Book Day costumes can be pricey – but if you’re still on the hunt for the perfect cheap World Book Day costume, fear not. There are plenty of ways to nail World Book Day on a budget.

5 March 2025

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Gardening is a hobby that can be MoneySaving on many levels from providing free produce to cutting down on your cut flower costs. For those who are newbies, there are ways to save from the start including seed swapping and for more seasoned gardeners, ways to make sure you're not overspending on that dream plan.

4 March 2025

With bulb planting 'season' on the horizon, autumn and winter are a surprisingly good time of year to plan for your plot. Originally written in summer, this blog now has some autumnal tips, from saving on seeds and bulbs and even compost sharing, as well as tips for decorating and furnishing your garden on a budget and for free.

4 March 2025

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Skiing and spending seem to go hand in hand – and even with cheap flight deals and packages, the cost of equipment and everything from a ski pass to a plate of chips seems to sky rocket when you're in the mountains. To save money, preparation is key – plan ahead and budget your spending so you hit the slopes and not your wallet.

11 February 2025

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In August 2024, the Department for Education increased the amount that parents would be fined for taking their children out of school in termtime - the first increase since 2012 - to £80. Here's the latest on the fines for unauthorised absence and all you need to know.

3 February 2025

A fifth of households in the UK are privately rented and the costs can be staggering. The average rent in England is now £1,336 a month, and £2,145 a month in London. In September 2024, the average private rent in Great Britain was £1,295 a month. We've 50+ tips to help you rent a home cheaply and safely – including how to check your deposit's protected, furnish your flat for free and more.

20 November 2024

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Halloween can be a pricey time – and often much of what you buy ends up in the bin, charity shop bag or loft. Not very MoneySaving! But if you still want to have fun on a budget, there are lots of things you can do and make that cost nothing at all. The only rule here is no shopping – you have to use what's already in the house.

22 October 2024

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There is a lot of joy to be found (and money to be saved) when shopping in charity shops. If you're embracing preloved as a shopper, here are my tips and tricks, and some from MSE Forumites and followers, too.

17 October 2024

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Budgeting is a core part of being a MoneySaver, but for many it can feel a little daunting. However, avoiding it can have a negative impact on our mental health. In fact, a new report found that saving - even a little - can potentially help with sleep. As someone who's only started budgeting properly in 2024 (at the grand old age of 46!), I've learned the following, which may help you too:

12 July 2024

Rents in England are going up at their fastest rate in over a decade. In this guide, we take you through when your rent can and can't be put up, how to challenge an increase and where to get one-on-one help.

10 June 2024

Rents in Northern Ireland have been rising sharply, going up even faster than in other parts of the UK. In this guide, we take you through when your rent can and can't be put up, how to challenge an increase and where to get one-on-one help.

10 June 2024

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The rent cap in Scotland - which was put in place to ease the impact of the cost of living crisis under the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) Act - ended on 31 March 2024. In this guide, we take you through what you can do when your rent is put up and where to get one-on-one help.

10 June 2024

It's like real life eBay or Vinted... car boot sales are a combo of making money and a fun day out. Here are our top tips to make the most of your sales if you’re packing the car this summer…

20 May 2024

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Whether it's a biggie such as Glastonbury, a niche event such as Standon Calling, or even a one-day gathering at your local park, festivals can cost a lot of money – and that's not even including the ticket! Here's how I've learned to save cash (after the ticket price) so you can focus on the line-up, not your wallet, with MoneySaving tips on everything from camping and travel essentials to phone charging, food and fashion.

22 April 2024