Autism-Friendly Travel Tips

We present here a collection of links giving tips and recommendations for autism-friendly days out - all based on recommendations from our members.

National Autistic Society Pages

The pages linked below are all aimed at autistic adults and parents of autistic children:

Advice For Days Out

Planning the day, giving evidence of disability, eating out and the National Key Scheme for accessible toilets.

Holidays

Deciding where to go, preparation, passports, check-in, insurance, etc...

Museums

Ideas for questions to ask the museum on the phone before going.

Bonfire Night Advice

Full of helpful, concise tips to make fireworks enjoyable for autistic family members.

Places to go in England

Extensive list of ideas for days out.

Kids Pass

Kids Pass allows you and your family to benefit from fantastic savings at the UK’s top attractions, restaurants and cinemas!

The website also has loads of inspiration you can take about places to go.

A 12-month membership covers your entire household and gives:

  • Up to 57% off at over 200 attractions, including 22 theme parks, 56 indoor attractions, 34 outdoor attractions, 13 go-karting centres, 13 aquariums plus more
  • Up to 40% off at over 300 cinemas nationwide
  • Kids Eat Free (or better!) at hundreds of restaurants nationwide

Other Ways To Save Money

We know how expensive the summer holiday can be with day trips and activities - here are ways to save money for your youngsters:

Merlin Annual Pass

If you purchase an annual Merlin pass for your youngster it gives entry into hundreds of attractions including Alton Towers, Madame Tussauds, Chessington, Lego Land etc.

Merlin Carer's Pass

You can apply for a free pass allowing carers to attend for free.

Merlin Friends and Family Tickets

Discounted tickets for the friends and family of a Merlin Annual Pass holder.

CEA Card

The CEA Card is a national card scheme developed by UK cinemas to ensure that reasonable adjustments are made for disabled guests when they go to the cinema. It also ensures a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them.

Cheap/Free Places To Go In West Midlands

Coventry Transport Museum

Discover the fascinating history of road transport from bicycles to fast cars. With buses, tractors and fire engines, everyone's favourite can be found here. There are lots of interactive exhibits to play on, free activity sheets and regular children's activities and events.

Museum of Cannock Chase

This museum is housed in the former Valley Colliery corn store where they kept food for the pit ponies in the mines. Discover the history of the local area and how the local miners used to live and their work underground. Afterwards, enjoy a walk around Cannock Chase.

Brampton Park and Museum

Hidden away in Brampton Park, this museum is very family-friendly. Scenes and galleries show the history of the local area and there are plenty of hands-on exhibits for children to interact with. Outside there's a lovely park and a sand-pit, so remember to take a bucket and spade.

Wyre Forest

Follow one of the three trails and explore the forest. Download one of the activity sheets before you go to help your children get the most out of their visit and learn about forest life. There's an adventure playground too.

Redwings Horse Sanctuary

The Redwings Oxhill Rescue Centre is home to adopted horses Dylan, Felicity, Will and dinky pony Wensley, along with more than 50 rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. There is a play park and café and regular tours and demonstrations are given. Entry is free, though as a charity they do appreciate donations.

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

This gallery is situated in the centre of Wolverhampton and is worth a visit, even if you have young children with you. There are plenty of hands-on activities for young and old alike. The aim of being family-friendly is at the heart of many of the exhibitions. Entry, all activities and all workshops are free.

Worcester Woods Country Park

Worcester Woods Country Park has two nature reserves, both with an abundance of wildlife. The 100 acres of Nunnery Wood & and the 10 acres of Hornhill Meadows are home to many varieties of birds and butterflies.  The Countryside Centre has information displays and children will love the adventure play area.

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This page is continuously evolving.

If you have any places or websites in mind that you would like to be added (or taken off!) please do let us know. Have fun!