Cash for favours?

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Sorry this thread title will disappoint.

Basically just wondering what is the done thing (etiquette?) about this situation?

To keep us a short as possible a neighbour over the road needed a ride to Luton airport, and I offered to do it. I said that I didn't want any money and was happy to do it

Anyway, drop her off at the airport and she gives me £50, I try to refuse but she's not having it, so I've taken it.

I'm a bit cross in a way, because one I offered and also whilst I'm certainly not suggesting I'm Gucci belt material, I know they are not very well off.

So was I right to take it? Should I have stood my ground in refusing? Which causes more offence?

 

[BUDFORCE]

How much would it have cost for an Uber or taxi? If it's loads and £50 was a bargain for her, then just accept it. If it's too much then return some/all of it back. Context is important.

It was a 125 mile round trip, 125 miles @ 40mpg if you want to try and work out the petrol cost (unleaded), and 3 hours of my time.

No idea what a taxi would have cost.

 

[BUDFORCE]

surprised no one asked for pics yet

Nah, really nothing to get excited about.