Disabled People
using the following toll bridges and tunnels should be entitled to concessions
provided they meet certain conditions set by the owners or operators.
In some cases, to qualify for a concession an application has to be made in advance to the relevant bridge, tunnel or local authority. It is, therefore, generally advisable to check with owners or operators first.
Tel: 0870 8506262
An exemption pass has to be applied for to those in receipt of the highest
rate of Disability Living Allowance and the DVLA Vehicle Excise Duty for
Disabled People (tax exemption).
Email :
mel@midlandexpressway.co.uk
Clifton Suspension Bridge (B3124 West of Bristol)
Tel. 0117 973 2122
Those who receive the higher rate of the mobility component of the Disability
Living Allowance can obtain a lifetime ticket (£5.00) from The Bridge Master,
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Leigh Woods, Bristol BS8 3PA.
Tel. 01322 221222
Exemption for those exempt from the payment of Vehicle Excise Duty. A card is
obtainable for regular users making a minimum of 4 journeys per week.
Tel. 01777 228222
No Concessions available.
Tel 0131 2447270
Exemption for Blue Badge holders.
Tel. 0131 319 1699
Exemption for Blue Badge holders.
Tel. 01482 647161
Exemption for those who receive the higher rate of the mobility component of the
Disability Living Allowance and who possess a vehicle tax exemption certificate.
Exemption vouchers are issued to the disabled person for use when crossing the
bridge in their tax-exempt vehicle. An application for tickets must be made to:
-The Humber
Bridge Board, Administration Building, Ferriby Road, Hessle, East Yorkshire HU13
OJG
Tel. 02380 431040
Concessions available for those exempt from the payment of Vehicle Excise
Duty.
Tel. 0151 236 8602
Concessions are granted to the following groups of Disabled People:
Individuals who are in receipt of the highest rate of the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance, or if too old the highest rate of Care Allowance.
Concessions are granted on written application only and the forms are obtained from: The General Manager, The Mersey Tunnels, George's Dock Building, George's Dock Way, Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1DD
Tel. 01454 632457
Exemption for Blue Badge holders.
A campaign of non payment ran since the day the bridge opened. Victory for the long standing anti-toll campaigners as the toll has now FINALLY been removed as from 21 December 2004!
Tel. 01752 812233
Free vouchers available for:
1. Those who receive the higher rate of the mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance
2. Those who receive War Pensioners Mobility Supplement
3. Those who are exempt from the payment of Vehicle Excise Duty
4. Those who are registered blind.
An advance application for free vouchers must be made. Up to 100 vouchers per year will be issued after proof of entitlement and a passport photograph must be supplied to the Joint Committee. A stamped addressed envelope must accompany all enquiries. Full details can be obtained from: The Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry Joint Committee, 2 Ferry Street, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2AX.
Exemption for Blue Badge holders.
Tel: 0191 262 4451
Exemption for those exempt from the payment of Vehicle Excise Duty.
Exemption for Blue Badge holders.
Blue Badge holders can cross at half price.
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