Anyone over 60 is being urged to take advantage of a host of little-known freebies and discounts you may already be missing out on.

While some may think the bargains begin rolling in once you are officially of pension age, 66, there are actually eight main offers you should be thinking about before then.

Prescription medication is free for anyone who is 60 or over, and all you have to do to start receiving your medical items for free is to inform the chemist at the till and complete the back of the prescription, according to Lancs Live.

Proof of age may be needed to show the pharmacist you are of the correct age, but this tip is worth noting as paying for a prescription can set you back around £9.90 each time.

And in a similar vein to free prescriptions, eye tests also become free on your 60th birthday.

This change could save you between £20 and £100 dependent on the optician you visit, and it is advised to bring your identification with you in case you are questioned about your age.

Unfortunately, you do not automatically receive financial aid with the price of glasses, but there are certain opticians who may do discounts.

For example, Specsavers offers those over 60 to snag 20 per cent off if a pair of glasses is bought from the £70 range or above.