Southampton mum, Clair Brading, saved a whopping £61,000 for last Christmas and is now sharing her top 10 tips.

Known as 'Mrs Christmas', the 38-year-old kicks off her festive fund every January, saving for her family as well as helping her friends.

Six months ahead of Christmas 2024, she advises citizens to begin saving now for maximum results.

Significant as research from Park Christmas Savings reveals 49 per cent of UK adults don't start saving for the holiday until September, even though a typical family of four spent a hefty £730 last year.

Mrs Christmas’ top 10 savings tips are as follows:

  • Put aside what you can
  • Budget and track your spending
  • Cancel unnecessary subscriptions
  • Try a ‘no spend’ weekend
  • Buy own brand
  • Sell, sell, sell!
  • Use a trusted savings club
  • Give 'meaningful' gifts
  • Removing your card from instant payment services
  • Set goals

Ms Brading said: "It’s never too late to start saving, and if you haven’t yet, then now is the time.

"By employing a few simple tips and tricks and saving through Park Christmas Savings, my family and I are able to enjoy an amazing Christmas year after year."