DID you know that if you receive Universal Credit there are loads of attractions all over the UK that offer major discounts on entry tickets – some for as little as £1, or even for free?
Family days out can be expensive, and attraction ticket prices can really rack up – but these top days outs are offering up to £19 off normal ticket prices.
With these 50 attractions you can plan your days out knowing you’ve snapped up a bargain without spending more than you have to.
It’s important to note that most attractions ask to see proof of eligibility for Universal Credit to grant you the discounted tickets.
Make sure to check the attraction’s website (each linked below) to know which documents you should bring with you to claim your discount.
Central England
1. RHS Gardens across the UK
You can visit any of the five RHS Gardens across the UK for just £1 if you receive Universal Credit.
Adult tickets at the gate can cost up to £19.80 (RHS Gardens Wisley), so make the most of your discounted rate if you’re planning to visit.
Many gardens host family-friendly trails and activities throughout the year, and each has something special and unique to see.
RHS Garden Bridgewater has a beautiful Chinese Streamside Garden, whilst RHS Garden Harlow Carr has its own learning centre and library.
Make sure to bring proof that you receive Universal Credit upon arrival.
2. Compton Verney
Compton Verney is a unique art gallery and museum in a stately home in Warwickshire, set in 120 acres.
Tickets usually cost £19.94, but you can visit for just £2 if receiving Universal or Pension credit.
There’s plenty to explore outdoors, like the woodland playground, sensory garden and sandpit.
There’s also regular events for families like Wonder Wednesdays during term times, where young children can get stuck into creative activities.
Make sure to book your tickets online in advance.
3. Aston Hall
Aston Hall is a grand Jacobean building in Birmingham with loads to see and do – and you can visit for just £6 with a concession ticket (£4 off full price).
Here you can wander through over 30 historical rooms, sprawling gardens, and learn about the role of the building in the English Civil War.
Aston Hall is also said to be a haunted building, and there are sometimes ghost-themed events and tours available.
Under 3’s go free. Concession tickets are available to those who receive Universal Credit as well as other listed benefits.
4. Sarehole Mill
Sarehole Mill is a 250-year-old mill that inspired the writer of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
Writer JRR Tolkien grew up close to the mill and was inspired by the site and its rural surroundings when writing his books.
Today, you can explore the outdoor Tolkien trail and pond, or head inside to see its inner workings and contraptions.
You can visit for a discounted rate by purchasing a concession ticket if you receive Universal Credit or these other credits and benefits.
Concession tickets cost £6, knocking £2 off full price entry. Pre-book online to secure your Universal Credit discounted rate.
5. Black Country Living Museum
You can purchase concession-priced tickets to the Black Country Living Museum in Dudley if you’re receiving Universal Credit.
The museum explores 250 years of local history through historic characters brought to life.
You can do everything from learning about everything from the Industrial Revolution to taking part in an immersive underground mine experience.
Concession adult tickets cost £23.95 per adult – down from £27.94, and under 3’s go free.
Make sure to book online in advance.
6. Thinktank Science Museum
The Thinktank Science Museum is packed with things to do for a family day out.
There are loads of interactive exhibits, including miniature city MiniBrum and a hands-on Science Garden, plus regular events for kids throughout the year.
The Birmingham Museums Trust offers concessionary tickets for those receiving Universal Credit.
Concessionary tickets cost between £12.50 and £18.50, depending on the date, compared to the full price of £15.50 and £21.50.
To get in even cheaper, you can also visit for the last opening hour of each day.
Entry between 4 – 4:30pm gets you in for just £3 per person, and is only available to purchase on site.
7. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
With an industrial ‘Made in Birmingham‘ display and nature-filled art gallery, Wild City, there’s loads to look at at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
Each area explores a different period in Birmingham’s history, taking you on a tour of the city from medieval settlement to the present day.
General admission is free, and there is already loads to see and do.
But if you choose to visit one of many events that pop up throughout the year, you can enjoy a concessionary rate if you receive Universal Credit.
For specific events and concessionary ticket prices, check their website.
8. Chatsworth House
Tickets to visit Chatsworth House in Derbyshire cost just £3 to visit at a reduced rate if you receive Universal Credit.
The price for kids (ages 3 – 16) is just £1.
The tickets include access to look around the house itself, gardens, playground and farmyard area.
Inside the house, there are 25 stately rooms to explore, and at the farmyard, you can see Shire horses, cows and goats.
Make sure to book your discounted tickets online in advance.
North of England
9. Eureka! Science & Discovery Museum
You can visit the Eureka! The National Children’s Museum on the Wirral for a discounted price if you receive Universal Credit.
The museum has six interactive zones built for kids, where they can climb a giant tree in the Nature zone and play in an adventure playground in The Burrow.
The discounted ticket price is £3 per person, compared to the standard price of £16.95. Infants under 1 go free.
Make sure to book online before visiting.
10. Castle Howard
Castle Howard offers a discounted ticket rate of £4 for those signed up to Universal Credit.
With two lakes, gardens, woodland, an adventure playground, a walled garden and plenty of beautiful buildings and statues – there’s plenty to see and do here.
Plus, there’s plenty of space for little ones to burn off some energy, and dogs on leads are welcome for walks.
The discounted ticket covers one adult and up to three children. Book your tickets ahead of time online.
11. Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum
You can visit this immersive historical site for free if you receive Universal Credit.
Dove Cottage is great for families, with free family trails, a sensory garden, an art cart and dress-up games.
In the Wordsworth Museum, you can learn all about the famous writer and see real letters and manuscripts.
Make sure to bring proof of eligibility on the day of your free ticket, or you can secure your slot ahead of time and book your visit.
12. Tyneside Cinema
If you fancy getting out and watching a film, you can watch any movie at Tyneside Cinema for just £2 if you’re a recipient of Universal Credit.
The cinema shows new and popular films as well as screenings of classics, and fun events like the Twilight saga marathon.
The £2 Unwaged Ticket scheme is also available for PIP, JSA and Pension Credit recipients.
To get your ticket, bring proof of documents to the Box Office team at the theatre.
There’s more information on which documents you’ll need on the cinema’s website.
13. Octagon Theatre
The Octagon Theatre in Bolton have an affordable ticket scheme for those in receipt of Universal Credit.
If you’re a resident of Bolton and receive Universal or Pension Credit, you can go to the theatre for just £4.
The shows that are part of the scheme include Waiting for Godot, Macbeth, The Memory of Water and A Christmas Carol.
Make sure to fill in the form on their website to apply for the scheme.
14. Darlington Hippodrome
Darlington Hippodrome‘s access scheme offers 50% off tickets, with four available per household.
The theatre has hosted performances since 1907, and puts on shows from Horrible Histories live concerts to sing-along viewings of The Greatest Showman.
Make sure to fill in the form on their website to claim your discount.
Scotland
15. Highland Wildlife Park
RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig, Scotland, offers reduced-price tickets if you receive Universal Credit.
Here you can drive around a wildlife reserve and observe elk, bison and more.
Tickets usually cost £22.95 for adults and £17.25 for kids, but cost just £7 each at the discounted rate.
Under 3’s go free, and you can get up to six tickets per household.
16. Dynamic Earth Edinburgh
Dynamic Earth is a hands-on science centre which also houses Edinburgh’s only Planetarium.
As the UK’s leading earth science centre, you’ll learn about everything from the Big Bang to volcanoes through interactive galleries.
Planetarium shows operate daily on a first-come-first-serve basis
A concession annual pass, allowing you to visit as many times as you want over the year, costs just £20. Under 4’s go for free.
17. Palace of Holyroodhouse
You can book entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse for just £1 if you’re in receipt of Universal Credit or a selection of other UK benefits.
Highlights include a grand Throne Room, State Apartments and the historic 12th century Holyrood Abbey to explore.
There’s up to six £1 tickets available per household. Make sure to reserve your tickets on their website.
18. The King’s Gallery, Edinburgh
The King’s Gallery in Edinburgh has galleries and exhibitions that are constantly updated with rare pieces of art.
Plus, there are always unique events to take part in, such as family drawing workshops and family yoga sessions (both £8).
You can visit with an entry for just £1 if you receive Universal Credit – make sure to book ahead online.
19. National Theatre of Scotland
If you’re aged between 14 and 26 or on low-income benefits, you can take a trip to the theatre for just £5 with the National Theatre of Scotland.
Simply sign up using their online form and you’ll start receiving emails with links to book certain shows for just a fiver.
The artsy Glasgow theatre puts on regular productions spanning everything from musicals to thrillers.
20. Royal Botanic Gardens in Logan, Benmore and Dawyck
Visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens in Logan, Dawyck, and Benmore usually costs £9 for adults – but with their scheme you can visit for just £1.
Highlights of the gardens include the Azalea Terrace in Dawyck and the Walled Garden in Logan.
Logan and Benmore gardens open up to visitors in March, and Dawyck from February.
You pay for entry upon arrival. Children aged 15 and under go free.
Wales and Northern Ireland
21. Techniquest Cardiff
If you receive Universal Credit, you can book a discounted concession ticket at Techniquest Cardiff.
Inside, the Retro area is great for younger kids – you’ll find a water area and a giant floor piano to play on.
There’s also a Mini Metro play zone and a whole host of puzzles and contraptions to explore.
Adults’ concession tickets cost £11.36, children £10.90 and under 3’s go free. Book the discounted tickets ahead of time on their website.
22. Chepstow Castle
Chepstow Castle has a £1 entry ticket offer, as part of the Cadw £1 ticket scheme in Wales.
The castle is set on a limestone cliff and has 900 years of history to tell.
There are regular events to enjoy, such as crown making for kids and soap making workshops.
You must book the £1 entry ticket in advance on their website.
23. Castell Caernarfon
Castell Caernarfon is another location under the Cadw £1 ticket scheme for those on Universal Credit.
The fortress-come-palace from the Middle Ages is a historic marvel recognised as a World Heritage Site.
On site, there’s a museum, exhibitions, a gift shop and a cafe to visit too.
Tickets usually cost £14.50 for adults and £10.10 for juniors, so you’re grabbing a serious bargain with these £1 tickets.
Book your £1 ticket ahead of time on their website.
24. Blaenafon Ironworks
Blaenafon Ironworks is a fascinating site where you can learn all about the history of the steel industry.
Here you can wander through workers’ cottages, and see the ‘truck shop’ they visited, all set at a World Heritage site where their history is imaginatively brought to life.
You can pick up your £1 entry tickets on their website.
25. Hillsborough Castle and Gardens
£1 tickets are available to those receiving Universal Credit when visiting Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
The royal residence in Northern Ireland resembles a castle, but is known as an Irish Big House.
Just a 20-minute drive from Belfast, here there’s 20 acres of grounds to explore, including woodlands, waterways and a play trail.
You can claim up to six £1 tickets per household. Make sure to book them online ahead of time.
North of England
26. York Castle Museum
Tickets to York Castle Museum are usually £18 for adults and £10.80 for children, but you can visit for FREE if you receive Universal Credit.
This immersive museum has fascinating exhibitions like Kirkgate (a recreation of a Victorian street) and spooky prisoner cells to explore.
You can book your free visit on the museum’s website – just make sure to bring proof of your eligibility with you.
27. Tank Museum
You can visit the Tank Museum for 75% off the standard price if you receive Universal Credit.
The Tank Museum is exactly what it sounds like – a display of over 300 incredible tanks.
As you walk around the attraction, you can learn the stories of the soldiers who drove them, and even see them in action if you book during an event or crew day.
This comes out to ticket prices of just £5.75 for adults and £3.10 for children. Tickets are limited to six per household (with a maximum of two adults and up to four children).
You do not need to book in advance if visiting – just make sure to bring proof of eligibility with you.
28. Harewood House
Just 20 minutes from Harrogate and Leeds, Harewood House is an 18th-century home with 140 acres of grounds to wander around.
Families can explore willow mazes, an adventure playground, a treehouse and more – whilst the house itself is full of seasonal activities.
If you receive Universal Credit, you’re eligible for an Access+ ticket, which costs just £2 instead of the usual price of £14 for adults and £5 for children.
There is a maximum of four Access+ tickets per household. Make sure to bring your eligibility documents with you for your visit.
29. Opera North
You can get into Opera with tickets for just £10 at shows held by Opera North.
Opera North shows span multiple venues, including Leeds, Nottingham, Hull, Newcastle and Huddersfield.
There’s also many events designed for people who are new to Opera, with fun events like Figaro with Food and Little Listeners family-friendly concerts.
You can check what’s on near you and bag your £10 show ticket on Opera North’s website.
London
30. London Science Museum
The Science Museum in London offer a Universal Credit ticket which grants you access to your choice of attractions for just £5.
The attractions included in the scheme are Wonderlab, Power Up, or you can watch a documentary in IMAX.
Wonderlab is a fun-filled interactive gallery for kids, Power Up is a video game console experience, and the Ronson Theatre shows a range of educational IMAX films.
You should book your Universal Credit ticket online ahead of time.
You can claim up to five £5 tickets per household on your visit.
31. London Zoo
If you’re on Universal Credit, you can get reduced-price tickets to London Zoo.
Adult tickets cost just £8.50 and children’s cost £4.50, compared to the standard admission prices of £31.80 and £22.20 respectively.
2026 marks ZSL London Zoo’s 200th anniversary, and to celebrate, the zoo will be putting on special tours throughout the year.
You must purchase your tickets online in advance, and under 3’s go free.
Reduced prices are also available to those receiving other credits and benefits such as Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, Child Tax Credit, Income Support and income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance.
32. Tower of London
If you’re looking for something to do for the day in London, an entrance to the Tower of London costs just £1 with Universal Credit discount.
Tickets usually cost £34.80 for adults and £17.90 for children.
The castle is a World Heritage Site with a rich 900-year history to explore.
Included in your ticket, you can see The Crown Jewels, Bloody Tower, White Tower and more.
You also get 50% off food in the New Armouries Restaurant with your £1 entry ticket.
Plus, two kids (under 12) eat free with one adult meal.
You can book up to six tickets per household, which you must book in advance. The discount also applies to those receiving Income Support, Jobseeker’s Allowance and other credits.
33. Cutty Sark
Cutty Sark is a popular attraction in Greenwich, where you can step aboard a historic sailing ship.
You can walk the main deck, the cargo hold of tea chests, and learn all about the ship’s 150 years of history on board.
On weekends and during the school holidays, there are historical characters aboard who give free talks.
Tickets only cost £2 if you show your Universal Credit statement.
Make sure to book your Universal Credit discounted tickets online ahead of time.
34. Tate Galleries
Whilst the Tate Galleries are free to visit, those receiving Universal or Pension Credit can visit exhibitions for a discounted rate of £5.
Exhibitions include Theatre Picasso (until 12 April) at the Tate Modern, and the Turner & Constable exhibition (until 12 April) at the Tate Britain.
With exhibitions typically costing £15-20, you’re making big savings with the £5 set rate.
Discounted exhibition tickets can be booked online.
35. Westminster Abbey
You can visit London’s grand Westminster Abbey for just £1 for both an adult and a child together if you receive Universal Credit.
The historically significant building has hosted every coronation since 1066.
Inside, you can admire the beautiful architecture, chambers, tombs and Chapel.
It’s not currently possible to book these Universal Credit rates online, so grab your tickets in person.
There’s also discounted ticket options if you receive other benefits such as Housing Benefit or Child Tax Credit.
36. Kensington Palace
You can walk through the birthplace of Queen Victoria at Kensington Palace for £1.
Full price tickets usually cost £20.60 for adults and £10.30 for kids – so you’re getting a serious discount.
Here you can visit The Jewel Room to see rare gems, or stroll through the beautiful Palace Gardens.
You can get up to six £1 tickets per household. You can also receive the discounted rate for other credits and allowances listed on their website.
37. Battersea Arts Centre
Battersea Arts Centre have a range of events that include theatre shows and live music from an orchestra.
The centre offers a “Pay What You Can” scheme, where you can attend shows with a cheaper entrance price.
If you want to pay under the standard ticket price of £9.50, you can contact their box office to arrange a cheaper ticket.
38. London Transport Museum
You can get unlimited daytime entry to the London Transport Museum for a whole year for just £1.
Inside, there are galleries and exhibitions showcasing everything from Victorian transport to an All Aboard play zone for kids ages 0 – 7.
Compared to the standard adult rate of £25, if you receive Universal Credit or Pension Credit, you can grab an annual pass for just £1.
Kids go free, so don’t need their own annual pass – just make sure to book online in advance and reserve your spot.
39. Royal Observatory
The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is a centre of scientific discovery, and you can visit for just £2 with Universal Credit discounted tickets.
Here you can get up close to one of the UK’s largest telescopes, see the historical Harrison clocks and learn all about the origins of timekeeping.
On weekends, there are live science and astronomy sessions for all ages to enjoy.
Make sure to book your Universal Credit discounted tickets online ahead of time.
40. Kew Gardens
You can visit London‘s famous Kew Gardens for just £1 if you’re receiving Universal Credit.
There’s loads to explore at Kew, including 37 acres of woodland and the popular huge green conservatories.
There are also themed trails to explore, as well as a children’s garden and outdoor playground.
You can buy up to four additional guest tickets with your reduced £1 ticket rate. Book your £1 tickets on their website ahead of time.
41. Cartoon Museum
The Cartoon Museum in London is a unique attraction showcasing everything from comic strips to caricatures.
There’s a permanent collection of British cartoons to admire and learn about, as well as changing exhibitions and events such as late guided tours.
Universal Credit tickets cost just £5.24, over half the price of regular adult admission tickets (£12.58). Under 18’s go free.
Tickets are valid for one year of free returns, so you can make the most of your annual pass and return to see what’s new.
42. Artsdepot
Artsdepot in Barnet is a theatre offering everything from arts and exercise classes to family shows and live music.
The theatre has an Access Fund available to those living in the area or surrounding boroughs who receive Universal Credit.
Signing up for the fund enables you to get two tickets to adult shows or four tickets for family shows when available.
Just make sure to fill out the form on their websit,e and you can receive subsidised tickets.
South and East of England
43. Norwich Castle
If you receive means-tested benefits, including Universal Credit, you can gain free entry to Norwich Castle.
There’s a newly-redeveloped Castle Keep, with battlements and a castle basement to explore.
Plus, you’ve got your pick of galleries, including a Boudica & Romans Gallery as well as Anglo-Saxon and Viking displays.
Admission on the day is usually £17 for adults and £14.50 for kids, so to make the most of your free admission, make sure to bring proof of eligibility.
44. Whipsnade Zoo
Whipsnade Zoo offer a reduced ticket price for those on Universal Credit.
Adult tickets cost £8.50 and children’s cost £4.50, whereas the standard prices are £29 for adults and £20.30 for children. Under 3’s go free.
New arrivals for 2026 include a red panda cub and a rhino calf that was born on New Year’s Eve.
Make sure to book your discounted tickets online in advance.
If you’re receiving other credits and benefits such as Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, Child Tax Credit, Income Support and income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, you may also receive a discounted rate.
45. Weald & Downland Living Museum
The Weald & Downland Living Museum offers reduced price tickets for those receiving Universal Credit, at a price of £5 per adult and £1 per child.
The Sussex museum brings 1,000 years of rural living to life, with hands-on experiences and demonstrations.
You can have a go at milling in a watermill or see cooking demonstrations in a Tudor kitchen to truly transport yourself back in time.
Make sure to book online in advance. Each booking covers up to six people per household. Kids under 5 go free.
46. Roald Dahl Museum
The Roald Dahl Museum in Buckinghamshire offers Universal Credit discounted tickets for just £1.
There’s loads of hands-on and interactive galleries, and a story centre where kids can get creative with writing their own stories.
Plus there are fantastic events for all ages that pop up throughout the year, such as storytelling workshops and craft sessions.
You must book your £1 admission tickets online before visiting.
You can book for up to five people per household. Under 5’s go free, but make sure to reserve them a free slot.
47. Eden Project
The Eden Project is a unique place to visit in Cornwall, with one of the world’s largest indoor rainforests housed inside giant domes.
Standard entry costs £42 per adult and £16 per child, but this is reduced to £10 and £5 respectively if you receive Universal Credit.
To get these rates, you must book online in advance.
The discount applies to a maximum of two adults and two children per household.
48. Historic Dockyard Chatham
The maritime museum in Kent has loads to see spread over multiple attractions, and offers reduced-price tickets.
Highlights include the historic railway and lifeboat collection.
If you’re a Medway resident and receive Universal Credit, you can visit for £2 per person, with under 4’s going free.
Make sure to book online to claim your discount.
49. Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
Usually costing £17 per adult and £14.50 per child, you can get into Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse for free if you claim Universal Credit.
From spring, you will be able to explore the Workhouse Museum and Museum of Norfolk Life, as well as visit farmyard animals like sheep and chickens.
There’s also an adventure playground and activity sheets included with admission.
The site in Dereham, Norfolk, closes for winter but will reopen from 9 March 2026. When booking reopens, make sure to prebook on their website.
50. Norwich Theatre
You can get discounted theatre tickets for £10 with Norwich Theatre if you are claiming Universal Credit.
The My Theatre scheme allows theatregoers to access cheaper tickets, and sometimes cheaper admission to seasonal events.
Simply fill in the form on their website, and when accepted £10 theatre tickets will become available to you to book.