Concessionary Travel 2008/2009 for Senior Citizens (Age 60 years +)

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What is available?
How much does it cost?
Where do I apply?
Do I need to supply proof of identity/eligibility through disability?
How long does it last?
What do I do if my pass is lost or stolen?

Useful Contact Information

What is available?

ONE of the following options:-

(A) Bus Card allowing free travel, ( subject to conditions below), on LOCAL buses anywhere in ENGLAND. Additionally, free travel is available on cross-border services in both directions, as follows:-

Oswestry	- Wrexham, Welshpool, Chirk, Llanfyllin, Llansilin, Llangedwyn, Llangynog
Shrewsbury	- Welshpool
Whitchurch	- Wrexham, Chester

The card is issued free and entitles the user to free travel on LOCAL bus services between 9.30 am to 11.00 pm Monday to Friday or any time on other days and Public Holidays, (including all Park & Ride facilities anywhere in England, subject to the above time restrictions), and/or half fare on Dial-a-Ride - Tel No. 01691 671571.

N. B. NOT valid for travel on trams, light railways, National Express or private coaches.

If you have an eligible severe disability, as well as being 60 years of age or more, you may be able to use your Bus Card to obtain half-fare when using specially adapted taxis. For details, please contact 01743 210336.

(B) Railcard - Costs £7.00 and entitles user to one-third discount on nationwide rail fares for a period of 12 months from date of purchase.

If you have an eligible disability, as well as being 60 years of age or more, you may choose to pay £4.50 for a Rail Travel Voucher worth £18.00, which entitles the user to one-third discount on nationwide rail fares. Depending upon your disability, you may be accompanied by a carer/companion on your journey, who would be able to enjoy discounted fares too. For details, please contact 01743 210336 or your local Council office.

How much does it cost?

1. Bus Card - FREE ISSUE and FREE TRAVEL on LOCAL bus services between 9.30 am and 11.00 pm Mondays to Fridays and any time on other days and Public Holidays, (including Shrewsbury Park & Ride)

FREE ISSUE and HALF FARE on Dial-a-Ride - Tel No. 01691 671571.

2. Senior Citizens Railcard - Cost £ 7.00 for one third discount on rail fares.

Where do I apply?

Application forms are available to download by following the link at the bottom of the page or from your local Council office.

PLEASE NOTE - Proof of identity, as specified below, MUST be shown when submitting your completed application. Bus Cards will be posted to you approx. 10 days after your application is received. Senior Citizens/Disabled Persons Railcards may be purchased from the Council main reception at Castle View.

Important Terms and Conditions

Bus Cards remain the property of the Council throughout their validity. If you cease to be a resident of Oswestry, you must return your card to your local Council office. Please use this link to the Concessionary Travel guidance notes for the full terms and conditions.

Do I need to supply proof of identity/eligibility by disability?

YES - one of the following has to be shown:-

Passport - (does not need to be valid)
Birth Certificate
Driving Licence

How long does it last?

BUS CARDS are for use from 1^st. April, 2008 for a period of approx. 4 years. Expiry date will be shown on the card.

RAILCARDS/VOUCHERS are for use for a period of 12 months from the date of issue.

What do I do if my pass is lost or stolen?

Contact 01743 210336 OR your local Council office at Castle View, Oswestry in person.

If you lose your bus card, there may be an adminiistration charge of £5.00. If your bus card is stolen, replacement may be free of charge, provided you produce proof of the Police Case Reference Number.

If you lose your railcard/voucher or it is stolen, it will be necessary for you to purchase a new one at the rates detailed above.