Results day is finally here — and whether you're jumping for joy or just ready to eat your feelings, there's one thing every student deserves: free stuff.
From complimentary Nando's to cocktails on the house, brands across the UK are pulling out all the stops to help you celebrate (or commiserate) this August.
We've rounded up every freebie, discount and deal worth knowing about for A-level and GCSE results day 2026 — so all you need to do is show up, results in hand, and enjoy.
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Key Results Dates 2026
A-Level, BTEC & T-Level Results: Thursday 13 August 2026
GCSE Results: Thursday 20 August 2026
Free Food & Drink on Results Day
Get a free* quarter chicken at Nando's on results day
Everyone's favourite peri-peri joint is back with its annual results day treat. Show your results slip and valid ID at any Nando's and you'll get a free quarter chicken or starter — you just need to spend £7 or more to qualify. We've got the full breakdown in our free Nando's on results day post too.
Valid on 13 August for A-level students and 20 August for GCSE students. Dine-in or collection both count.
Claim a free drink at Bird & Blend Tea Co. on results day
Tea lovers, this one's for you. Bird & Blend is treating results day students to a free drink from their summer menu — think magical matcha lattes, refreshing iced teas and calming herbal brews. No minimum spend. No catch.
Head to any Bird & Blend location on 13 August between 11am and 5pm, show your results and student ID at the cash desk, and it's yours. One per person.
Get a free* starter and dessert at Banana Tree for results day
Make results day a proper occasion at Banana Tree, where you'll score a free starter AND a free dessert alongside any main meal — and your whole table gets it, not just you.
Sign up via the Banana Tree website to get your voucher code before you go. Valid on 13 August for A-level results and 20 August for GCSEs.
Score free sticky chicken at Giggling Squid
Thai restaurant Giggling Squid is being seriously generous this results season — a free portion of sticky chicken (usually worth £16.95) when you buy any main meal. Just show your exam results to your server and it's yours.
A-level, BTEC and T-level students: 13–16 August 2026
GCSE students: 20–23 August 2026
Get a free* drink at Prezzo — and save all year with their student discount
Prezzo's results day offer is one of the most generous going — and unlike most, it runs all the way through to 4 December 2026. Any 2026 graduate or student collecting exam results can claim a free drink with any adult main meal from the à la carte, Specials or Celebration menus. That includes a house wine, a pint or bottle of Poretti, or even a cocktail worth up to £8.75.
Show your results or graduation proof to staff (plus valid ID if you're having something alcoholic). Valid for up to 12 people per bill. Dine-in only; some central London locations are excluded.
And when results day is a distant memory, you can still save at Prezzo through their Prezzo student discount — 25% off food all year round.
Get a free Pad Thai or £5 Thai classic at Rosa's Thai
Rosa's Thai is offering a free Pad Thai on GCSE and A-Level results day when students purchase a bubble tea, with new flavours like Matcha-Coconut and Mango Sticky Rice on the menu.
They're also offering one Thai main dish for just £5 — dishes that normally cost anywhere between £12.75 and £17.90. Sign up to their newsletter at rosasthai.com/5-thai-classics to unlock your code, which stays active for 30 days from the date you sign up. Valid Sunday to Friday only.
Get £5 off a £5 Lidl spend (selected app users)
Open the Lidl Plus app — you might find a £5 off a £5 spend offer waiting for you. It's targeted to selected users, so it's a bit of a lucky dip, but if it's there it's basically a free shop. Activate it in the app before heading to the checkout. And if you want to stretch your food budget further, check out our round-up of the best supermarket meal deals in the UK.
More Restaurant Freebies to Look Out For
There are plenty more restaurants getting in on the results day spirit. Here's a quick rundown of the other offers worth knowing about — just make sure to check each brand's website directly for the latest T&Cs before you head out. For even more freebies available to students year-round, take a look at all the places you can get student freebies.
Bella Italia — Free starter and dessert with any main. Pre-register for a voucher on their website.
Zizzi — The first 30 students in get a free classic pizza and soft drink; everyone else gets 50% off until 5pm. Just show your results.
Frankie & Benny's — Free starter and dessert with any adult main. Grab your promo code from the Frankie & Benny's website first.
Las Iguanas — Free starter and dessert with a main. Up to 6 guests at your table are included. Sign up online in advance.
Bill's — Free dessert with any main or brunch from 11:30am on results day.
ASK Italian — Free main meal when another is purchased; parents can join in too (and get a free fizz if they answer a GCSE question).
Pizza Express — 90 minutes of bottomless pizza or dough balls for just £12.50, valid until 5pm on results day.
The Real Greek — Free Souvlaki wrap. Register for your voucher online before heading in.
Wildwood — Free starter or dessert plus a Coke Zero with any main. Show your results and student ID.
Deals and Sales to Shop Right Now
Results day isn't just about free food — it's also a solid excuse to grab something you've had your eye on. These sales and student discounts are live right now, whether you're shopping for uni or just treating yourself.
Shop the On Running Classics sale
On's Classics collection sale has last-season styles at reduced prices. If you've been watching the price on a pair of Clouds or Cloudmonsters, this is your moment.
Browse the Abercrombie & Fitch clearance
A&F's clearance sale has some serious price cuts right now — great for stocking up on back-to-uni wardrobe staples without the full price tag.
Get up to 50% off Ray-Ban — plus 20% extra with your student discount
Ray-Ban's clearance sale already has up to 50% off selected styles. But if you're a verified student on Student Beans, you can also stack that with a Ray-Ban student discount for an extra 20% off your order online. A seriously good time to invest in a pair of iconic frames.
Save 15% at Timberland — but be quick, this ends soon
Timberland's classic boots are a back-to-uni staple, and right now students can get 15% off full-price products through their Timberland student discount on Student Beans. This one's time-limited, so don't sit on it — excludes Icons & Collabs and digital gift cards.
Huel: up to 25% off from 14 August through to 5 October
If you're heading to uni for the first time (or coming back after a summer of home-cooked meals), Huel is genuinely one of the most useful things to have on hand. From 14 August to 5 October, students can grab a Huel student discount of up to 25% off through Student Beans. Nutritious, quick and kind on the budget — exactly what student life calls for. Not sure what to buy? See the products students swear by at Huel to find your starting point.
How to Claim Your Results Day Freebies
Most offers follow the same process, so keep these tips in mind before you head out:
Bring proof of results — the official slip, a printed email or a screenshot on your phone is accepted at most places.
Bring valid ID — especially if you're claiming anything alcoholic (hello, Prezzo).
Pre-register where required — offers from Banana Tree, Bella Italia, Frankie & Benny's and The Real Greek all need you to sign up and grab a code before you arrive.
Check the small print — some deals are dine-in only, have minimum spends, or exclude certain locations (particularly in central London).
Check Student Beans — beyond results day, there are hundreds of year-round student discounts to tap into. See the latest student discounts for what's new, and it's always worth checking before you pay full price anywhere.
Good luck to everyone collecting results this month — whatever happens, you've earned every single freebie on this list. 🎉
And once the results day buzz has died down, don't stop saving. Check out our best student deals of the week for the latest discounts, freebies and offers updated every week — because the savings shouldn't stop just because results day is over.
All offers are subject to availability and terms and conditions. Always check directly with the relevant brand before visiting to confirm the offer is still running.
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