Bridgnorth Cliff Railway vouchers The Bridgnorth Cliff Railway voucher is free of charge and entitles the applicant to a pack of 36 return tickets for use on the service at any time. Community car vouchers The community car scheme assists local people to make essential journeys such as visits to medical centres, dentists and to visit family and friends in hospital. All journeys must be booked in advance by telephone through a scheme co-ordinator. Applicants are entitled to 20 £1 vouchers for use
within the remit of the community car scheme. Senior railcard Senior railcards give anyone of pensionable age using Shropshire Council’s scheme a third off first and standard class anytime, off-peak and advance fares. The card costs £9 a year if you apply through Shropshire Council. Further details about the above services, including how to apply, can be found at www.shropshire.gov.uk/concessionary-travel
Options available for Shropshire Council residents with a qualifying disability National bus pass This is issued free of charge and entitles the holder to free travel on all local bus services in England from 9.30am to 11.00pm, Monday to Friday; and all day at weekends and on bank holidays. Companion Status bus pass If you wanted the bus pass but find it difficult to use buses without help from another person, you may be eligible for the companion or carer bus pass. Further details about the above services, including how to apply, can be found at www.shropshire.gov.uk/concessionary-travel
Blue Badges This scheme provides those with disabilities a variety of parking concessions, such as free parking or being able to park closer to a destination. The badge is for passengers and drivers. Badges will not be issued to those who are temporarily incapacitated, for example people who are recovering from surgery. To check your eligibility or to apply or renew your blue badge, visit www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge or contact the Customer Service Centre on 0345 678 9000.
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