Do you send money in an outing?

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DD is going on her friends birthday outing to a theme park. Do you put £20 in a purse to buy everyone ice cream? No money worries with either family, just wondering if this would seem a bit weird? I don't know the family especially well, but enough to let her go of course.

If the friends parents are providing food, yes, I’d give her money for ice cream/drinks.

It's a good idea, but check the prices first!

I would send money but be aware that £20 may not get you as far as you think.

I'd giver spending money but wouldn't say 'you must buy ice cream for everyone'. £20 might only buy four or five!
I'd also check with the hosts. They may have everything covered and several kids with cash on them that might get lost is a headache.

OK I'll put in £30, that should enough for 4 ice-creams. I've given her strict instructions it's not for the gift shop 😂

I'd give her some cash in case are needed it. Certainly not to buy everyone ice creams though
If I invited DDS friends out I'd buy the ice cream and wouldn't expect the kids to do that.

I would give her spending money for herself so she can buy her own ice cream, drinks, pay for her own rides if they are extra.

Just be aware not everywhere takes cash, up might want to check that before giving her physical cash to spend otherwise it might end up being more of a hassle

I'd ask the parents. These things can be expensive. It doesn't matter if they are minted I'd still ask.

And even if they said no need to concern yourself with the money we e got it all, I'd still give dd some money so she can buy everyone an ice cream.

Like someone else said, it's a lovely idea but not everywhere takes cash.

We have a Merlin pass and these sites tend to be cashless now.

I usually give some money for a treat each from the gift shop. Then ask the parent if they want us to cover the ticket.

I would give money for spends , is she taking or buying food or do you expect the other parents to pay for entrance fee and food?