Now that you know what to consider before setting off, we have compiled a detailed list of tourist attractions in the UK to meet autism patients and the systems they have adopted to ensure that you feel comfortable and can enjoy your time there.
Alton Towers
Alton Towers Resort is committed to ensuring that all guests have easy access to its attractions. They offer special offers for up to three disabled guests. Disabled people will pay the full amount but may be eligible for a travel pass, which means you can skip the ride. However, the guest service team needs to see some documents before they can arrange for you. If you have a Blue Badge, Personal Independent Payment Letter, Disabled Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance Reward Letter - all of which are eligible as long as they have been dated in the past 12 months and your blue badge is valid. This must be displayed with the specified recipient's valid photo ID.
Alton Towers also worked with an outside supporting expert to help the park install modern, changing squares and "change space" facilities in the park. They are already installed in the resort's main entrance and key areas near SkyRide so that guests can easily access the facilities wherever they are.
If you want to book your tickets online, you can fill out the "Extra Needs" form and upload the documents.
The London Eye
The London Eye offers special discounted prices to disabled guests who book through disabled lines. Accompanying nursing staff will also receive free tickets for the same 'flight'. To book tickets, use the Disability Reservation Line. You can call +44 (0) 871 222 0188 or email [email protected]. Disability certification may apply.
If the person you care for cannot line up or understand the concept of queuing, you can use the assisted boarding service. You need to contact the members of our team regarding on-site assistance for boarding. For more questions, visit the London Eye website.
As a big advocate of autism, the London Eye team realized that March 27 to April 2 was the Autism Awareness Week, and Sunday, April 2 was the World Autism Awareness Day. In this case, their wheels turn pink.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will do everything possible to ensure that guests have a safe and enjoyable day. The Pleasure Beach provides guests with a unique EvE wristband for those guests who have a recognised medical condition that prevents them from waiting in line for a ride or attraction. This allows the wearer and another person who has an effective wristband or ride ticket to enter the ride through the exit or Speedy Pass gate. In the safe situation, the occupants will be allowed to enter.
Disabled guests do not have a discounted price, but if they need the assistance of a nursing staff, they need to purchase a wristband provided at the adult's primary price. If your guest only purchases a park entry pass, the caregiver/helper will receive a park entry pass for free (up to one).
For proof of eligibility, see above or visit the Blackpool Pleasure Beach website for more information.
Special Cinema Screenings
UK movie theaters have begun autism friendly screenings to enable autistic adults or children to enjoy a pleasant movie experience with their carers!
What is autism friendly screening?
Lights will remain lit during the show
The volume is at a low level, avoiding any extra stress
If you don't like where you sit, you can move around the cinema
No trailer
You can bring your own food and drink
Ticket prices tend to be much cheaper