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Interests   Special Benefits for Over-60s in England Information
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If you're 60 or over, you enjoy free off-peak travel on local buses anywhere in England and free off-peak travel for Londoners in London for Underground and Rail Travels.

Freedom Pass Official website
How to Apply
How to Renew
When to Use
Freedom pass travel areas

Local Authorities
Journey Planner
Planning a Trip

Other Transport  

Coach & Bus - You automatically qualify for Route Sixty fares at National Express at up to half-price on most National Express services in England and Wales.

Rail Travel - Apply for a Senior Railcard at any local rail station. You will save 1/3 on Standard and First Class rail fares throughout Great Britain for a whole year. Some train operators may provide even cheaper ticket prices if you book online.

Health  

Prescription Charges - All prescriptions are free. Simply tick the relevant box on the back of the prescription.

Free Sight Test - You are entitled to a free eye examination under NHS.

Care Homes
Health
Healthcare (USA)
Seniors' Health
Spirituality

Museums & Galleries  

Museums and galleries usually have free entry and places of entertainment may offer reduced admission. Check at Senior Concessions.co.uk for a comprehensive list.

Aging Myths

Business and Restaurants  

Diamond Club for Restaurant Discounts
Seniors Discounts Directory  for Online Discount Coupons

Voluntary Workers

Cinemas & Theatres   Discounts on certain days  
Courses & Lectures   Concessions on adult education classes and the use of leisure facilities. Check locally  
Stores & Garden Centres  

Discounts at
The Boot Health Club card will also give you 10% off in addition to the 4p for every pound you spend using the standard Discount card.
B&Q on Wednesdays for 10% off
Focus DIY on Tuesday for 10% off
Wyevale Garden Centres on Tuesdays for 10% off

 
Miscellaneous  

Christmas Bonus if you are in receipt of one or more qualifying benefits, that include State Retirement Pension. The payment is made before Christmas.
Reduced pensioners haircuts at barbers on certain days - Check locally

Computer Skill
Mental Status
Retirement Matters

State Penson   State pension age is currently 60 for women and 65 for men.  
Swimming   The Government plans to offer free swimming for all by 2012  
Subscription Services   Organisations such as the ‘National Trust’ provide reduced subscriptions. Seniors' Sexuality
Weather Benefit  

Winter_fuel_payments - If you are aged 60 to 79 you get basic Winter Fuel Payment. If you are aged 80 or over, you can get an extra £50 or £100.

 
Links  

Age Concern pdf - 0800 00 99 66
Fifty Forward.co.uk
Forum at Money Saving Expert.com
Go60.com
Help the Aged pdf - 0808 800 65 65
Later Life.com
NHS.uk for Over 60s
Senior Concessions.co.uk

Yahoo's Seniors


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