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The gig-goers guide to scoring concert tickets

The gig-goers guide to scoring concert tickets

Here at The First Pint, we know that amazing sensation of crossing the venue gates with a cheap ticket in your hand. That’s why we’ve approached both experienced music journalists and shameless scalpers to give you the essential handbook for gig-goers.

Around London: Classical Music On The Cheap

Around London: Classical Music On The Cheap

London can be an expensive city to go out in and gigs or concerts can reach extortionate heights if you add up the cost of tickets, over-priced drinks and travel fares; But there are some musical bargains to be had – The First Pint has done a bit of research and compiled a list of free and cheap classical music events around the capital. Enjoy!

Expensive postcode, super cheap rent: Become a live-in property guardian

Expensive postcode, super cheap rent: Become a live-in property guardian

Living on the cheap in London does not usually equal comfort and style. But for very little sums, or even for free, you can become a caretaker of a landmark property.

Couch-Surfing: Idealism, travel and inspiring experiences

Couch-Surfing: Idealism, travel and inspiring experiences

CouchSurfing is a budget friendly way of travelling, a great way to meet people from other countries and get off the beaten track. Emma Nilsson reports.

The Indian YMCA buffet: Prices to dhal for

The Indian YMCA buffet: Prices to dhal for

Like Indian food? Don’t like those prices? Then step down to Central London and discover the Indian YMCA. Food for students and natives, that will make your mouth water. Stop paying tourist prices and discover the Indian goodness!

Christmas Shopping Online: Bargains and Savings

Christmas Shopping Online: Bargains and Savings

The First Pint has compiled a list of money-saving websites – perfect for a bit of last-minute Christmas shopping!

Neat Neapolitan fare in Brixton – Sourdough pizzas at Franco Manca

Neat Neapolitan fare in Brixton – Sourdough pizzas at Franco Manca

Here at TFP, we love all things Italian…and because we live in the fabulous city that we do, there is no need to cross the channel to savour the very best of authentic European food.