While it is still possible to just turn up and enter many sites and attractions in the UK,
Due to the security measures introduced to control the lingering effect of the Covid-19 outbreak, the lines at the most popular attractions can be very long and frustrating, particularly if you are on a tight time schedule. Many major cities and National Preservation Societies offer passes expedited entry by enabling prebooked entry times. Details of the passes available through Britain by Choice are detailed below.
Due to social distancing guidelines the National Passes have been temporarily withdrawn with relaunch dates unknown. Most regional passes are offering restricted access. We are negotiating with the National Trust for Scotland to provide annual membership giving free access to all their open properties and car parking at all venues, with the added benefit of concessionary access to the National Trust properties in England, Wales and Ireland as well as similar organizations overseas
National Passes
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National Trust
As of 2020 the Trust owns almost 250,000 hectares (620,000 acres; 2,500 km2; 970 sq mi) of land, 780 miles of coast, more than 200 historic houses, 41 castles and chapels, 47 industrial monuments and mills, the sites of factories and mines, 9 lighthouses, 56 villages, 39 public houses, and 25 medieval barns. 7 and 14 day passes available
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English Heritage
English Heritage cares for over 400 historic monuments, buildings and places - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of an empire to a Cold War bunker. Included are both Stonehenge and Hadrian’s Wall. 9 and 16 day passes are available.
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Explorer Pass
The English interpretation is “to keep” or “protect”, each of the 400 sites under their care. 20 of these are included with the Explorer Pass, with 3 or 7 day passes available. Included in the portfolio are Edward I massive fortresses of Conwy and Caernarfon in the north to Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey in the south.
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National Trust for Scotland
The NTS cares for 129 sites in Scotland. From Dumfries in the south to Shetland (the latter is equidistant between Inverness in Scotland, Bergen in Norway and the Faroe Islands. The most visited sites are the Robert Burns Center, Culloden Field and Glencoe. Passes for either 7 or 14 days are available.
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Historic Environment Scotland
This public body cares for over 300 historic sites and buildings across Scotland, including the great castles of Edinburgh and Stirling. The Explorer Pass is available for either 3, 7 or 14 days.
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Scottish Heritage Pass
National Trust for Scotland and Historic Environment Scotland have combined their resources to create the Scottish Heritage Pass, which is accepted at 130 of the most popular venues. Passes are available in 7 day units.
Currently we are aware of 10 regional city passes, in various stages of production and launch. Some, like Manchester are on hold due to the Covid related restrictions. Others have limited attractions open. Details will be updated as they are made known.
Regional Passes
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The London Pass
Features 80 attractions across the city, including the hop on hop off tour and river cruises, Available for either 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 consecutive days.
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Northern High Lights
A discount card providing 10% to 30% discounts at the top attractions in Aberdeen and north east Scotland.
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Edinburgh City Pass
Features 23 attractions across the city and area, including hop on hop off and a cruise.
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Derry Pass
Features the top 10 attractions in Derry. The pass is valid for 2 consecutive days
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Stirling City Pass
A 2-day pass giving access to Stirling Castle, Stirling Jail and the Wallace Monument and a growing number of other local attractions as they reopen after Covid.
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York City Pass
Features 24 attraction in the city and area, including the hop on hop off tour and river cruise. Available for 1, 2, or 3 days.
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Go Dublin Pass
Features 38 attractions across the city and area, including the hop on hop off tour. Available for either 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 days.
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Paris Pass
Features 75 of the top attractions in Paris, including a Seine Cruise. Available for 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 days.
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The Explorer Pass
Features 18 attraction in the Stratfor area, including Warwick Castle. Available for 1, 2 or 3 days.
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Manchester Pass
Possibly the most complete pass has been in the planning stages for 4 years but put on hold due to Covid, with a possible launch in 2022.
Currently, 24 attractions will be available with an additional 20 added value options on offer.