Can I use my Freedom Pass in Wales?
Can I use my Freedom Pass in Wales? Unfortunately, you can't use it for travel in Scotland or Wales. In Scotland, the concessionary bus pass is called the National Entitlement Card. You can use it for travel: Any time, any day of the year.
Is Heart of Wales Line free travel?
From 1st October 2023 to 31st March 2024 passengers who hold a Concessionary Travel Pass from a Welsh Local Authority can travel free on the Heart of Wales Line*. So why not hop on board and take a spectacular journey through Wales and borders.
Do over 60s get free train travel in Wales?
If your primary address is in Wales and you're either aged 60 and over, or meet the Government's disability eligibility criteria, you can travel for free on most bus services in Wales and the borders, and get discounted or free travel on many rail services.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on the railway?
Your Freedom Pass allows you to travel in Standard Class on most local rail services in London, during the following times: Monday to Friday from 9.30am and until 4.30am the following morning. at any time on weekends and public holidays.
Can I use my free bus pass anywhere in the UK?
Where can I use my bus pass? Your bus pass is valid for use on all registered Bus services within England, so if you are visiting other places you should be able to use your pass. It is not valid in Wales* or Scotland.
Is a Freedom Pass just for London?
Outside Greater London the card can be used for free travel on any local bus route in England (but not Scotland or Wales) wherever and whenever the English National Concessionary Bus Travel Scheme applies.
How much savings can a pensioner have in the bank UK?
There isn't a savings limit for Pension Credit. However, if you have over £10,000 in savings, this will affect how much you receive.
What is the difference between a 60+ Oyster card and a Freedom Pass?
Is the Freedom Pass different to 60+ Oyster Card? The Freedom Pass is specifically designed to serve pensioners, whereas the 60+ Oyster card is for those over 60. The Freedom Pass criteria is based off of the Women's state pension age, which means that those over 66 are eligible for a Freedom Pass.