London Zoo Tickets; FREE Return Visit

Book online with London Zoo this summer and you can enjoy a FREE return visit. Simply book general admission tickets with London Zoo on or before 2 September 2026 and claim a complimentary free visit that keeps the savings coming during the summer. Return visits work on a like-for-like-basis and must be taken by 16 October 26. The good news is the family ticket offer is included with this offer but excludes other third party promotions, (t&c’s apply).

TO BOOK GO TO London Zoo Tickets – FREE Return Visit Promotion Running This Summer.

Knowsley Safari Park Tickets from £22.38, (inc vat summer savings)

For those that can book in advance, you can pick up tickets for Knowsley Safari Park from £22.38 an adult/£20.19 a child. including the vat summer savings.  Just book online & pick up savings off standard price tickets that also guarantees entry on popular times of the year. Look out for further discounts on concessionary tickets for those age 65+ & toddler tickets.

TO BOOK GO TO Knowsley Safari Park Tickets from £22.38 an adult/£20.19 a child this summer.

 

Whipsnade Zoo Tickets; FREE Return Visit

Book online with Whipsnade Zoo this summer and you can enjoy a FREE return visit. Simply book general admission tickets with Whipsnade Zoo on or before 2 September 2026 and claim a complimentary free visit that keeps the savings coming during the summer. Return visits work on a like-for-like-basis and must be taken by 16 October 26. The good news is the family ticket offer is included with this offer but excludes other third party promotions, (t&c’s apply).

TO BOOK GO TO Whipsnade Zoo Tickets – FREE Return Visit Promotion Running This Summer.

Twycross Zoo; Pay For A Day & Visit For A Year, (save 15%)

Purchase your ticket directly from Twycross Zoo and you can take advantage of their ‘pay for a day and visit a year’ promotion.  This ticket option offers you FREE return visits through the year including The Gruffalo Discovery Land plus free parking too.  For double deals, book online at least a day in advance and you can currently secure a further 15% off standard tickets prices. Once you’ve made your purchase, simply create a profile in the portal and upload a photograph before your visit. You’ll need to pre-book your return visits at least a day in advance through the portal & show your annual ticket at the admissions kiosk.

TO BOOK GO TO Twycross Zoo; Save 15% & Pick Up A Pay For A Day & Visit For a Year Promotion!

 

Promotions

FREE Attractions Around The UK

We’ve put together some of our favourite free visitor attractions around the UK that helps you save money this summer.  Some require some pre-planning, others are limited to select days of the week and there’s even a quirky deal added into the mix for those that own a pre-1980 car! More details available within our Guide Top Free UK Visitor Attractions.

Cadbury Who Will You Take? Promotion, (NEW)

Merlin Attractions have teamed up with Cadbury’s again this year to offer savings of up to 50% off online ticket prices with promotional chocolate multipacks, selection boxes & biscuits. Valid for use until 30 June 2027, the Cadbury Who Will You Take? promotion offers you up to 50% off online prices for up to 4 adult & child entry tickets, (t&c’s apply).  You can secure between 10% & 50% off prices where the discount percentage depends upon the attraction & the proposed date of visit.  Worth watching out for limits on tickets availability with more details available at Cadbury Who Will You Take? Promotion for Merlin Attractions.

National Art Pass

If you managed to pick up a 3 Month National Art Pass for £20 when this promotion was running, you can secure FREE entry to hundreds of museums, galleries & art venues. Furthermore, you can also take advantage of half price entry to many more including Chatsworth, Kensington Palace, Bletchley Park, The Cutty Sark & Dumfries House in Scotland. This is a great way to enjoy savings throughout the summer.

 

Top Visitor Attractions Offer Discounts To Low Income Families

It’s good to see some of the top visitor attractions acknowledging the difficulties low income families have in accessing leisure facilities at this time.  We’ve put together a round-up of some of the discounted ticket programmes that have been tailored to those on low incomes at visitor attractions such at London Zoo, RHS Gardens, York Castle Museum, Kew Gardens & the Eden Project. More information available at Discounted Tickets for Low Income Families.

National Trust Free Entry Voucher

For those that managed to pick up a National Trust Free Entry Voucher then remember is remains valid for use until 28 August 2026. This single use voucher offers free entry at participating National Trust settings for 2 adults & 3 children or 1 adult & 4 children.

Kellogg’s 25% Off Great Days Out Promotion, (NEW)

This Kellogg’s promotion offers a 25% discount against online advance price tickets at Merlin Attractions this season. Valid until 30 June 2027, (terms & conditions apply), this Kellogg’s promotion can be used for up to 2 people per transaction/unique code. Discounts are against online ticket prices rather than against walk up price as seen in previous promotions but watch out for limits on ticket allocations.  More details over at Kellogg’s 25% Off Great Days Out Promotion.

Summer Late Entrance Tickets

Why not enjoy the extended daylight hours and plan a later visit with friends & family to keep the costs down. Take advantage of the longer days & seasonal good weather to enjoy a late entrance ticket to a range of visitor attractions this summer.  With a number offering discounted entry, this is a great way to enjoy cheaper entry at often quieter times of the day/early evening.  With attractions from the Trentham Gardens, Birmingham Thinktank, Westminster Abbey, Kew Gardens & the Eden Project included in this options, there’s plenty of choice.  More information over at Late Entrance Tickets.

FREE Annual Pass Upgrades

Plenty of visitor attractions around the UK offer FREE return visits during the year including The Eden Project, Leeds Castle & The Royal Yacht Britannia.  Some attractions even allow you to take advantage of online ticket discounts too for double deals. To make the most of this offer it can be worth making a purchase early on in the summer. More information available at FREE Annual Pass Upgrade Offers.

 

Top Visitor Attractions; Promotions

Leeds Castle; Pay For A Day & Visit Free All Year

Here’s a neat trick to pick up FREE return visits to Leeds Castle for 12 months following your initial visit.   Simply purchase a day ticket directly from Leeds Castle that allows you to return as many times as you wish throughout the year for free, (t&c’s apply).  This ‘pay for a day and visit all year’ promotion can secure substantial savings throughout the year.  The Explorer ticket provides entry to Leeds Castle alongside access to the children’s playground, maze, bird of prey displays & ‘Queen with Means’ cinematic experience.

For double deals, book online and you can pick up discounts off walk up prices plus look out for discounted family tickets too!

TO BOOK GO TO Leeds Castle Explorer Ticket from £34.50 an adult/£24.50 a child including Pay For A Day & Visit Free All Year.

Chatham Historic Dockyard; Pay For A Day & Visit For One Year

Here’s a chance to enjoy a day out at Chatham Historic Dockyard & then return for FREE for one year. Simply purchase a day ticket from Chatham Historic Dockyard & enjoy free return visits throughout the year during operating hours, (excludes separately ticketed events). This is a great way to extend the fun and rack up substantial savings over the year.

TO BOOK GO TO Chatham Historic Dockyard; Pay For A Day & Visit Free For One Year.

Cadbury World Tickets from £15.75pp, (including summer vat savings)

Take advantage of online ticket discounts when you book online with Cadbury World tickets available from £15.75pp including the summer vat savings.  With substantial savings when you book in advance, you can not only save money but also guarantee entry to this popular visitor attraction. Entry tickets include entry to 4D Chocolate Adventure, Green Screen, Have A Go Zone, Bournville Experience & African Adventure play area.

TO BOOK GO TO Cadbury World Tickets from £15.75pp – guarantee entry & make savings off standard price tickets.

 

Birmingham Thinktank; £3 after 4pm

Birmingham Thinktank offers discounted entry for visitors wishing to visit for the last hour of each day. All tickets are priced at just £3pp for those who can enjoy a late entry between 4pm & 4.30pm. This reduced price ticket is not available online & only available onsite.

Alton Towers Waterpark Tickets from £20.13pp, (including summer vat savings)

Pick up Alton Towers Waterpark tickets from just £20.13pp that includes the summer vat savings when you book online. With savings off standard price tickets for those that book in advance, here’s a chance to guarantee entry to the waterpark whilst enjoying discounted tickets.  Particularly during peak times, the Waterpark does reach capacity so worth planning in advance to avoid disappointment.

TO BOOK GO TO Alton Towers Waterpark Tickets from £20.13pp  including summer vat savings & guarantees entry.

English Heritage Membership; Save 25%, (promo code)

New members can secure a 25% discount of English Heritage membership prices when they pay via annual direct debit. Simply use the promo code EHSUM26 before 31 July 2026 to pick up savings of 25% off standard membership prices. Remember you can always cancel membership before your renewal date if it’s not for you.

Membership gives you unlimited access to 400+ historic settings including Stonehenge, Tintagel Castle, Kenwood, Hadrian’s Wall & Osbourne. Worth noting that family membership includes up to 6 accompanying children under 19 years & senior membership is available for those age 65+.

TO JOIN GO TO English Heritage Membership – save 25% off with promo code EHSUM26.

Warwick Castle Tickets from £25.38pp

Take advantage of online savings and pick up Warwick Castle tickets from just £25.38pp including the vat summer savings.  Your ticket gains you access to the castle & grounds during your visit and includes their Rainy Day Promise that a free return visit should the weather hamper your day, (t&c’s apply).  You have the option to adding entry to the Castle Dungeons during the booking process should you wish.

TO BOOK GO TO Warwick Castle Tickets from £25.38pp – save up to £13.62pp off standard price entry plus a Rainy Day Promise.

 

Theme Parks

Chessington World of Adventures Tickets from £29.75pp

Take advantage of online savings to pick up tickets to Chessington World of Adventures from just £29.75pp that includes the summer vat savings.  Pick up savings of up to £36.25pp off standard price entry when booking in advance that also guarantees entry to this popular attraction. Ticket prices vary so try to be flexible with your dates to gain the best savings.

TO BOOK GO TO Chessington World of Adventures Tickets from £29.75pp including the summer vat savings & guarantees entry.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach; Employee Reward Scheme

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has teamed up with a range of employers around the UK to offer additional discounts on top off online ticket prices.  The employee reward scheme offers an additional 10% off online ticket prices for companies with 500+ employees.  There is a list of employers that have already signed up so you can check if this is applicable to you but includes companies such as Asda, BT, Royal Mail, West Midlands Police, Fire & Rescue Service.  Look out for a range of other discounts too on associated products such as 10% off a speedy pass.  More details available over at Blackpool Pleasure Beach Reward Schemes.

Alton Towers Theme Park Tickets from £29.75pp

Take advantage of online ticket discounts to pick up Alton Towers tickets from just £29.75pp including the summer vat savings.  Booking in advance not only offers savings of up to £38.25pp off standard price entry but also guarantees you entry to this popular theme park in Staffordshire.  Alton Towers offers dynamic pricing so best to be flexible with your dates to ensure best value for money.

TO BOOK GO TO Alton Towers Tickets from £29.75pp including the summer vat savings &  guarantees entry.

Puxton Park; Late Entry Admission

Enjoy a late entrance ticket to Puxton Park for just £6pp this summer.  Here’s a chance to enjoy late entry from 3.30pm for 2 hours of access to their soft play and adventure playgrounds.  Worth noting that last park admission is 5pm with manned attractions closing at 4.30pm. More information available over at Puxton Park Late Entry Admission.

Thorpe Park Theme Park Tickets from £29.75pp

Take advantage of online ticket savings with Thorpe Park tickets available from just £29.75pp including the vat summer saving. Worth noting that tickets also come with a Return Guarantee that allows you a FREE return visit should the weather hamper your visit, (t&c’s apply). Thorpe Park offers dynamic pricing so best to be flexible with your dates to ensure best value for money.

TO BOOK GO TO Thorpe Park Tickets from £29.75pp including summer vat savings & guarantees entry.

LEGOLAND Windsor Tickets from £29.75pp

Plan ahead and take advantage of LEGOLAND Windsor tickets from just £29.75pp including the vat summer savings.  Guarantee entry and save up to £38.25pp off standard price entry when you book in advance.  Prices vary so be flexible with your dates to ensure the best savings during the theme park season.

TO BOOK GO TO LEGOLAND Windsor Tickets from £29.75pp including the summer vat savings!

 

Gardens

Kew Gardens; Late Entry Ticket

Enjoy discounted entry to Kew Gardens this summer from just £10pp. Running 1 May through until 30 September 26, you can gain late entry from 4pm to secure this cheap ticket price. As closing time ranges between 7pm & 8pm,  this potentially offers you 3 or 4  hours access for those that arrive at the earliest entry point.  Whilst tickets are slightly cheaper when booked in advance, you can hedge your bets against the weather and pay at the gate. More information available over at Kew Gardens.

RHS Membership from £59.99pp, (save 25%)

New members can take advantage of 25% off standard membership prices when they pay via direct debit. With a 25% saving this allows you to pick up individual membership for just £59.99pp or £89.99 on joint membership. This is a great way to enjoy regular access to your local RHS garden whilst allowing you access to settings further afield too. Membership also comes with some nifty perks that includes free entry for a family guest plus the chance to enjoy complimentary entry to 240 partner gardens. Remember you have always the option of cancelling the direct debit in advance of the renewal date if you opt not to continue.

TO PURCHASE GO TO RHS Membership from £59.99 – 12 months membership for the price of 9!

Trentham Estate; Evening Explorer Ticket

Trentham Gardens runs a popular late entrance ticket during the summer season that offers value for money. Running on selected dates from June to August 2026, here’s a chance to enjoy a discounted late entrance ticket for just £7pp.  With the gardens open until 8pm, (last entry 7.15pm), the Evening Explorer ticket offers you a chance to enjoy a later visit with friends & family in quieter surroundings. Access is available from 4pm on selected mid-week days during the summer with more information over at Trentham Gardens.

Eden Project Late Entry Day Ticket

Running on selected dates from 24 July – 31 August 26, here’s a chance to enjoy a discounted later entry to the Eden Project. With late entry available from 3pm, you can access the attraction for up to 3 hours before closing time. Tickets are priced at £22.80 an adult, £9 a child & £19.50 for students but cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. More information available at Eden Project Late Entry Ticket.

 

London Attractions

London Eye Tickets for £25.38pp

Take advantage of discounted tickets to the London Eye when you book online with tickets priced from just £25.38pp including the summer vat savings.  Built to commemorate the turning of the millennium, the London Eye remains a popular visitor attraction to this day. It is worth booking in advance to both guarantee entry & secure savings of up to £13.62pp off standard entry prices. Tickets purchased online also allow you to reschedule your visit up to 1-hour before your visit at no additional cost should your plans change.

TO BOOK TICKETS GO TO London Eye Tickets from £25.38pp including the summer vat savings & guarantees entry.

FREE Child Tickets to London Shows, (booking now open)

Take advantage of a FREE child ticket to top London shows this summer including Disney’s The Lion King,  Mama Mia, Les Misérables & The Devil Wears Prada The Musical.  You can pick up a free child ticket for those age 17 years and under when you purchase a full price adult ticket under this summer promotion.  Booking is now open with more information over at Kids Week 2026; Free Child Theatre Tickets.

Madame Tussauds London Tickets from £23.63pp

Book online to pick up savings off standard price tickets from £23.63pp that includes the summer vat savings.  The good news is that tickets purchased online come with timed-ticketed entry to help manage queue capacities. Worth noting that you retain a level of flexibility when booking in advance, as should your plans change, you can reschedule up to 1-hour before your visit.

More details available at Madame Tussauds London tickets from £23.63pp including the summer vat savings & guarantees entry.

 

Budget Views of London

If you’re planning a few days in London over the summer break, then worth checking out our budget views of London packed with tips and tricks to enjoy the city on a budget.  Whether you are looking to compliment popular attractions such as the London Eye or looking for a cheap stand alone settings, we’ve got plenty of ideas to share with many of them set at free of charge!

More information available over at Budget Views of London.

St Paul’s Cathedral; Dome Only Tickets, (Sundays)

For those more interested in climbing the dome rather than exploring the Cathedral itself, look out for this summer promotion. Enjoy a discounted Dome Only ticket, available every Sunday during the summer, between 12:30pm & 2pm . This reduced price ticket offers access to the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery & the Golden Gallery but not the rest of the cathedral.  Tickets must be booked in advance and are priced at £13.50 an adult/£5.25 a child, (6-15 years) with further concessionary rates available.

More information available over at Dome Sundays Open.

The National Theatre; Friday £10 Rush Tickets

Here’s a chance to pick up £10 tickets at the National Theatre in this Friday Rush promotion.  With £10 theatre tickets available on selected performances over the summer this is a great way to enjoy a budget trip to the theatre. Participating productions vary and bookings are limited to 2 Friday Rush tickets for each production.  This promotion is subject to availability, so whilst there is no guarantee of cheap tickets being available, we would suggest being ready to go as the booking link opens. For more information go to National Theatre Friday Rush Tickets.

 

Short Breaks

Chessington Short Break; Second Day FREE, (from £73pp)

Take advantage of this Second Day FREE short break promotion running on selected dates from 24 June to 22 October 26. Packages include overnight accommodation, breakfast & TWO-day theme park entry from just £73pp that includes the vat summer savings. Opt to stay at either Chessington Safari or Azteca Resort Hotels and you can also enjoy FREE parking & Early Ride Time that offers you access to the park before it opens to the public. This can be a great way to get some popular rides under your belt before the park gets busy. Early Ride Time is only available with valid theme park entry where your second day free must be taken on consecutive days.

TO BOOK GO TO Chessington Short Break; Accommodation, Breakfast & TWO-day Theme Park Entry from £73pp.

LEGOLAND Short Break; Second Day FREE, (from £106pp)

Enjoy this Second Day FREE short break promotion running on selected dates up to 22 October 26. Packages include overnight accommodation, breakfast & TWO-day theme park entry from just £106pp that includes the vat summer savings. Choose to stay at  LEGOLAND Windsor Resort Hotel or LEGOLAND Castle Hotel and you can also enjoy FREE parking & Early Park Access that secures you entry to the park before it opens to the public. This can be a great way to get some popular rides under your belt before the park gets busy. Early Park Access is only available with a valid theme park entry where your second day free must be taken on consecutive days.

TO BOOK GO TO LEGOLAND Short Breaks; Accommodation, Breakfast & TWO-day Theme Park Entry from £106pp.

Alton Towers; Second Day FREE Promotion, (from £79pp)

Look out for this Second Day FREE short break promotion running between 25 June & 1 September 2026. Packages include overnight accommodation, breakfast & TWO-day theme park entry from just £79pp that includes the vat summer savings. Stay on-site where hotel guests can also pick up FREE 9-holes of Extraordinary Golf & FREE parking. Your second day free must be taken on consecutive days when purchasing a short break package.

TO BOOK GO TO Alton Towers Short Break; Accommodation, Breakfast & TWO-day Theme Park Entry from £79pp.

Thorpe Park; Second Day FREE, (from £70pp)

Pick up this Second Day FREE short break offer running this summer up to 1 September 2026. Packages include overnight accommodation, breakfast & TWO-day theme park entry from just £70pp that includes the vat summer savings. Choose to stay on-site within Thorpe Shark Cabins for some additional perks that includes a FREE 1-hour Fastrack on your second day, free parking & discounts off secondary spend. Your second day free must be taken on consecutive days when purchasing a short break package.

TO BOOK GO TO Thorpe Park Short Break; Accommodation, Breakfast & TWO-day Theme Park Entry from £70pp.

 

Promotions; Too Good To Miss

Gardeners’ World 2 for 1 Discount Card, (order a back copy)

If you managed to pick up a Gardeners’ World 2 for 1 discount card earlier in the year then it’s time to dig it out, (if not, why not try ordering a back copy).  This promotion runs each year offering you the chance to pick up discounts off hundreds of gardens around the UK including family favourites Leeds Castle, Bowood House, Penrhyn Castle and many more.  The 2 for 1 discount card is valid throughout the year, (some restrictions on dates), so there are plenty of savings to be had.

National Rail Promotion; Discounts Off Visitor Attractions

If you are planning on visiting by train, look out for this National Rail promotion that offers some great savings on a days out around the UK.  Promotions vary but look out for 2 for 1 offers and a third off standard admission tickets and includes some popular visitor attractions.  Participating in this offer includes London Zoo, Tower Bridge, Rhuddlan Castle, Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park, City Cruises York plus discounts off promotions running at Cadbury World, Thorpe Park & London Eye. More details available at National Rail 2 for 1 Voucher.

Blue Peter Badges, (apply for a badge)

Apply for a Blue Peter Badge & gain free entry to a huge range of attractions including Edinburgh Zoo, Trentham Gardens, London Zoo, HMS Belfast, Twycross Zoo & National Botanic Garden of Wales. Dig out your badge or encourage your young person to apply and start planning a day out this summer. Look out for restrictions on dates with this offer at specific attractions with more information available at Free Entry for Blue Peter Badgeholders.

Blue Light Cardholders & Corporate Discounts

Plenty of large organisations have linked up with top visitor attractions to offer discounts off entry tickets.  Worth considering if your employer offers corporate discounts that can help out with costs this summer.  Alternatively, those eligible for Blue Light Card discounts, look through the full list of participating attractions and deals running throughout the summer.

Tesco Clubcard Vouchers & Days Out

Regular Tesco shoppers can redeem clubcard vouchers against admission charges this summer.  Participating attractions include Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Alton Towers, Colchester Zoo, West Midlands Safari Park, Leeds Castle, The View from the Shard & SEA LIFE Loch Lomond & many more.  You’ve the option of topping-up the price difference with another payment method if you haven’t quite enough vouchers so can be a cost effective method to reduce your entry fees.

Mid Morning Cinema Ticket Promotions

There are plenty of ways to reduce the cost of your trip to the cinema including mid morning movies during the summer break that are often a fraction of the price of standard tickets. Whilst not newly released movies, these listings can be ideal for those that can be flexible on what they see and when the visit.  Listings vary from cinema to cinema but you can find out more information within our Cinema Ticket Guide; Deals & Discounts.