As we begin to look forward to the end of the lockdown, the Access Card Team has been working hard to prepare for more accessible adventures
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It’s safe to say that the news of slowly easing lockdown restrictions has brought music to many of our ears. Whether it’s visiting loved ones or accessing sports facilities, there is something everyone is looking forward to doing again.
With many venues & attractions set to open very soon, the Access Card Team has been working hard to recruit new Access Card providers, preparing us for even more barrier-free adventures.
Here is a recap of events from March 2021.
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Alton Towers Reopens
We are so excited to hear that Alton Towers will be reopening its gates for a season full of entertainment, thrills & joy in April* this year. The news has already brought music to many people’s ears, as it’s a chance for us all to simply go out and have fun! Find out more here.
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*This information was taken from Alton Towers’ official website at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. Please refer to Alton Towers’ official website for up-to-date information & announcements.
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Mother’s Day Gift Certificate
In preparation for Mother’s Day on 4th March 2021, the Access Card Team re-introduced the Access Card Gift Certificate as a perfect gift to give your loved ones. You can still apply for an Access Card Gift Certificate for any occasion. Find out more here.
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Happy Easter
With many venues & events set to open/go ahead this spring/summer, we wanted to provide you with a few examples of some of the exciting trips & days out you can begin planning today! Find out more here.
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Welsh theme park soars into Access Card directory!
The Access Card Team was delighted to welcome Oakwood Theme Park to its growing list of Access Card Providers.
Oakwood Theme Park Wales’ Biggest Family Adventure! Whether it’s an adrenaline-fueled experience or a magical adventure, Oakwood Theme Park has thrills for all.
Access Cards with ‘+1’ symbol accepted as proof for a free companion ticket. Access Cards with ‘Standing and Queuing’ symbol accepted as proof for a Ride Access Pass. Find out more here.
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Upcoming events
As the UK continues to work together to lift lockdown restrictions by June, festival-favourites have already been organised for a summer to remember.
Access Card Holders can use their Access Cards to book accessible tickets through Ticketmaster & other official Access Card Providers.
We have put together a list of just some of the events you can look forward to this summer. Find out more here.
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World Hearing Day 2021
3rd March 2021 was World Hearing Day; a day in which people came together to raise awareness around different hearing impairments.
The Access Card has various symbols to help people, who have difficulty accessing audible information, to communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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University Mental Health Day 2021
4th March 2021 was University Mental Health Day; a day where people came together to raise awareness about Mental Health & to encourage others to talk.
The Access Card has a variety of symbols to help people with Mental Health issues to communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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Sign Language Week 2021
15th – 21st March 2021 was Sign Language Week; a week in which people came together to raise awareness around the issues faced by sign language- users, as well as the general wellbeing of the Deaf Community.
The Access Card has a variety of symbols to help people with a hearing impairment to communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more, here.
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World Down’s Syndrome Day 2021
21st March 2021 was World Down’s Syndrome Day; a day in which people came together to not only raise awareness about the condition but to also raise awareness around accessibility for people with Down’s Syndrome in society.
The Access Card has a variety of symbols to help people with Down’s Syndrome communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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FND Awareness Day 2021
25th March 2021 was FND Awareness Day; a day in which people came together to raise awareness and share information about the condition and provide support for others.
The Access Card has symbols to help people with FND communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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Purple Day 2021
26th March 2021 was Purple Day; a day in which people were encouraged to raise more awareness about epilepsy and share information & support to not only help organisations and people already living with the condition, but to also help families & people who have only recently been diagnosed with epilepsy.
The Access Card has a range of different symbols to help people with epilepsy communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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World Autism Awareness Week 2021
30th March – 5th April 2021 was World Autism Awareness Week; a week in which people came together to raise awareness about the condition and to also raise money for different charities that provide support for people with Autism.
The Access Card has a variety of symbols to help people with Autism to communicate their access requirements in a more discreet way. Find out more here.
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Apply for your Access Card today so that you’re one step ahead for your post-lockdown adventures!
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