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Back to introduction | | The Great British Heritage Pass - your questions answered...
How long is the Pass valid and what does it cost?
What savings will I make?
Where can I buy the Pass?
Is the Pass available to everyone?
Do you offer any concessions?
When can I start using the Pass?
Are the properties open all year?
What if I buy my Pass at the end of the year?
Who do the properties belong to?
What happens if my Pass is lost or stolen?
Is there anything else I should know?
Is my Rail Europe/BritRail Great British Heritage Pass ticket a valid pass?
I bought a voucher for the Pass with my airline ticket; what should I do on arrival in Britain?
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How long is the Pass valid and what does it cost?
There are four types of Pass available. There's a 4-day pass which costs £22, a 7-day pass which costs £35, a 15-day pass which costs £46, and a one month pass which costs £60 (or local currency equivalent).
What savings will I make?
The more properties you visit, the bigger the saving. For example, Blenheim Palace standard entrance charge is £9.30, Edinburgh Castle £7.50, Hampton Court Palace £10.80, Warwick Castle £11.50 and Windsor Castle £11.00 (adult prices), whereas a 7-day Pass costs just £35.00!
Where can I buy the Pass?
You can buy your Pass in Britain or overseas - click the 'Buying your Pass' link for more information.
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| | Is the Pass available to everyone?
The Pass is only available to non-UK residents and is only for individual travellers to Britain (not groups).
Do you offer any concessions?
No, but reduced entrance fees are generally available for children up to 16 and senior citizens, and these may represent greater savings than using a Great British Heritage Pass. Children under five normally get in free.
When can I start using the Pass?
You can start using your Pass whenever it suits you. It must be used on consecutive days and will be validated on the date you visit your first property. You may also be asked to in sign in at the visitor reception of some properties.
Are the properties open all year?
All properties are open from spring to autumn but some are shut in winter (usually November to March), so it’s always advisable to check before you go. Larger properties are generally open throughout the year. Opening times are given in the gazetteer, provided free with your Pass. You can find out more about a property by using the 'Search Britain... Attractions' facility on the left.
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| | What if I buy my Pass at the end of the year?
There's a period of grace for Passes bought at the end of one calendar year to be used in the first few weeks of the following year. Properties should accept the Pass but it's at their discretion. If you have a problem, please visit a Tourist Information Centre that sells the Pass.
Who do the properties belong to?
Properties are either in independent ownership, state-owned, or belong to/are members of The National Trust, The National Trust for Scotland, English Heritage, CADW (Welsh Historic Monuments), Historic Scotland, Treasure Houses of England, Historic Houses Association or Historic Royal Palaces.
What happens if my Pass is lost or stolen?
The Pass is not transferable, not refundable and not replaceable if lost or stolen.
Is there anything else I should know?
Passholders must agree to abide by any byelaws or regulations which apply at any properties. The Pass must be available for inspection at all times while visiting any participating property.
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| | Is my Rail Europe/BritRail Great British Heritage Pass ticket a valid pass?
Yes, and all properties in the scheme have been made aware of this ticket.
I bought a voucher for the Pass with my airline ticket; what should I do on arrival in Britain?
Go to a Tourist Information Centre that sells Passes and they'll exchange the voucher (coupon no 1) for a Great British Heritage Pass.
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