You can pay/part pay your Magna entrance charges with Tesco Clubcard Voucher.  Simply redeem your clubcard vouchers for Days Out tokens; each £5 voucher will secure you £20 off your ticket prices.

Magna Science Centre & Free Annual Upgrade

You can upgrade your daily entrance ticket to a full annual pass for FREE!   You simply need to purchase a full day pass either online, (and this option gives you a 10% reduction on ticket prices plus fastrack entry into the attraction) or on the day of your visit.

If you use clubcard vouchers or any other money off vouchers, you are not eligible for a free annual pass. It is therefore important to consider your future plans when deciding which option is most cost effective for you.  The annual pass includes entry to the outdoor aqua play & adventure park.

2 for 1 Voucher for Magna Science Centre

Here’s a 2 for 1 Voucher for Magna that is valid until 30 April 2012.  This voucher allows 1 free ticket of the same value or less on the purchase of a full priced adult ticket.  Only 1 free ticket per voucher.  Simply sign up with Yorkshire attractions for free and download your 2 for 1 Voucher for Magna.

Magna Aqua Tek

Magna Aqua Tek & Adventure Play Park Outdoor Passes

Magna has a fantastic outdoor water play & adventure park which is well worth a visit on it’s own!  You can purchase reduced priced tickets just for the outdoor area as follows;

• Children over 4 years: £6.60
• Children under 4 years: £2.50
• Children under 2 years: Free
• Accompanying adults: Free

Magna Science Adventure Centre

Magna & The Yorkshire Pass

This Pass gives discounted entrance to over 70 attractions in the Yorkshire area including Magna, Eureka, Castle Howard and many more.  This options works best if you are planning to visit a number of Yorkshire attractions over a few days.

3 day passes start from £50 an adult & £26 a child.  More details are available at Deals for Magna & Other Yorkshire Attractions.

Magna Offers & Blue Peter Badge Holders

Magna is one of over 200 UK visitor attractions that allows Blue Peter badge holders aged between 6 & 15 years, (that hold a valid badge card), to visit FREE of charge.  Each Blue Peter badge holder must be accompanied by a full paying adult to take advantage of this offer.

Free Parking at Magna

No parking charges apply at Magna apart from special events so another way to hold onto your hard earned cash!

Check out our Review of Magna Science & Adventure Centre for further details of things to do & see.

Odeon cinema is currently offering 40% off standard cinema tickets until 13 October 2011 and the great news is this includes Friday & Saturdays too!  Simply download a voucher, or use the online discount code Film40 to secure your 40% discount.

To download your voucher, go to Odeon Cinema 40% Discount Voucher.

Drayton Manor Deals

Drayton Manor £10 Tickets

If you can visit Drayton Manor Theme Park on a Friday September, then here’s a great deal that offers entrance for just £10 per person.  Simply download a voucher and wear an item of clothing in the required colour.  More details available at Drayton Manor £10 tickets.

Free Ticket Giveaway to Scare Mazes at Magna

We have four family tickets available for Magna this October in our free ticket giveaway.  You can use the tickets simply for free entrance to the Magna Science Adventure Centre but they will also gain you entrance to Scare Mazes…if you dare!  Simply subscribe to our email newsletter for a chance to win our Magna Free Family Tickets.  More details available at Magna Competition.

Free Ticket Giveaway to Magna & Bunker 13

New Blackpool Resort Pass

Here’s a chance to visit a number of the big attractions in Blackpool at a discounted price under this new Blackpool Resort Pass.  This pass includes entry to Blackpool Pleasure Beach, (unlimited wristband) & the Blackpool Tower Dungeons.  More details available at Blackpool Resort Pass.

Plenty of deals around at the moment!

Liz

27 September, competition now closed…congratulations to J Kirkham, S Sadler, H Cox & H Hickson.

Here’s your chance to get your hands on some free family tickets to Magna Science Adventure Centre plus their October Scare Attraction, Bunker 13, that is taking place from 22 – 30 October 2011….if you dare!

We have four family tickets, (for up to 2 adults & 2 children), up for grabs that will give you free entry to both Magna & the horror maze, Bunker 13.  Simply subscribe to our email newsletter and we’ll automatically enter you into our FREE ticket giveaway.

Free Ticket Giveaway to Magna & Bunker 13

Last year’s scare attraction at Magna, Hybrid-X, was shortlisted for a best tourism experience award and this year’s horror attraction is picking up plenty of attention already.  Bunker 13 allows you to enter a network of bunkers & tunnels in this horror themed maze complete with special effects and live actors.  Not for the faint hearted!

You can check out our recent review of Magna Science Adventure Centre plus we’ve put together a comprehensive list of Deals for Magna too.

This free ticket giveaway runs until 4pm on Monday 26 September 2011 and winning tickets are available for use between 22 & 30 October 2011. Bunker 13 is suitable for those aged 12 years and over, (younger children can be admitted at parents discretion).

Good luck!

Liz

Have you ever thought of Magna Science Centre for a day out with the kids?  Located in Rotherham, Yorkshire this hands on visitor attraction is ideal for family visits whatever the weather.  There are some great deals available for Magna too; go to Cheap Tickets & Deals for Magna for further information.

Magna Science Adventure Centre

Using the core elements of the steel process, (fire, water, earth & air) to underpin the principals of this interactive science centre, there is plenty to keep children amused for a full day.

Whilst Magna is not a steel heritage museum, there are opportunities to undertake a free tour around the museum in the company of a previous steel worker to learn more about the mill & working conditions.  Simply ask at the reception desk as you arrive for more information on these tours.

Extreme Activities at Magna

Magna contrives to make full use of this former steel mill building whilst managing to offer some great thrill seeking opportunities for adrenaline fuelled customers!

Activities include zip wire, abseiling, bungee jumping or free fall using a powerfan.  With the zip wire available to children of Key Stage 2 age, (my thrill seeking seven year old son enjoyed this one), it’s not just the adults that enjoy these experiences!  Worth checking out when these activities are running before you set out as these additional priced activities do not run every day.

Interactive Exhibits at Magna

Set out into four distinct areas, you manoeuvre around the core building during your visit.  It’s well worth packing a coat, (hat, gloves, scarf in colder weather) as whilst the interactive areas are heated the main building is understandably not due to its size.  Whilst customers can initially be daunted by the darkened core to the building, it does help to recreate the feel of it’s origins as a former steel mill whilst adding to the thrill & theming of the adventure activities.

Aqua Play at Magna

When you’ve tried out the water play, made music, used the diggers, checked out the five-metre fire tornado plus hundreds more interactive exhibits, it’s time to explore outside!  Choose from the extensive outdoor adventure playground that works for children of all ages or the AquaTek, the outdoor splash zone designed to give you a soaking!  You can pay a discounted rate just for the outdoor areas should you wish but this ticket cannot be upgraded to a full annual pass.  More details available at Magna Deals & Discounts.

If you are looking to keep the costs down, then you’ll be glad to know that picnics are welcome at this attractions with plenty of seating inside & out to enjoy a day out on a budget.  There are a number of £1 refundable lockers available too located at reception.  It may also be worth checking out what deals are running at the on-site cafe, (currently kids eat free with any hot adult main meal).

Parking is free at Magna and with Meadowhall Shopping Centre just 2 miles away, you might even have time to squeeze in a quick shopping trip!

Love to hear your thoughts & tips if you’ve been to Magna.

Liz

For more information, go to What To Do With The Kids On A Budget Over May Half Term.

Kids can experience the Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth, for just £1 this May half term when accompanied by a full paying adult.  This ‘kids for a quid’ deal is valid until 5 June 2011.

May Half Term Idea & Deals

Want to amuse the kids on a budget or simply stuck for ideas for a day out, check out our Guide to What to Do with the Kids at May Half Term.

At Magna, you can also upgrade your daily entrance ticket to a full annual pass for FREE!

Magna Deals

You simply need to purchase a full day pass either online, (and this option gives you a 10% reduction on ticket prices plus fastrack entry into the attraction) or on the day of your visit.

If you use clubcard vouchers or any other money off vouchers, you are not eligible for a free annual pass. It is therefore important to consider your future plans when deciding which option is most cost effective for you.  The annual pass includes entry to the outdoor aqua play & adventure park.

Eden Project & Free Annual Pass Upgrade

Simply choose to make the Eden Trust a gift, (of the same amount), instead of paying their daily admission prices and you can exchange your ticket for a free Annual Pass.  You can even purchase your tickets online to take advantage of reduced ticket prices, (but remember to tick one of the boxes offering you the chance to make your payment as a gift to the Eden Trust!)

Blenheim Palace & Free Annual Upgrades

Purchase a day admission ticket for Blenheim Palace and you can receive a full annual upgrade for free. You can even purchase your initial Blenheim tickets with Tesco Clubcard reward tokens with this deal, (£5 in clubcard vouchers will give you £15 towards entrance charges).

Simply convert your ticket at the designated kiosk on the day of your visit for a free annual upgrade.  This annual pass comes with some additional great deals too.

Free Annual Pass Upgrade at Eureka

Eureka Children’s Museums offers a free annual upgrade ticket; a brilliant way to save money throughout the year!  Simply purchase a day admission ticket and receive an annual pass for the attraction FREE of charge!

To upgrade to an annual pass, simply complete a form with the admissions staff on arrival and Bob’s your Uncle.  On return visits you will need to provide your original receipt, ID and the annual pass form to gain free entry all year long.

Unfortunately the free annual upgrade is not avaiable for those purchasing tickets with Tesco clubcard vouchers or discount tickets.

National Space Centre Offers Free Annual Upgrade

This popular attraction based in Leicester also offers a free annual pass to customers purchasing full price ticket on the day of visit, (you have option to donate or gift aid if you wish). This is not valid for customers using discount vouchers or other types of offer.

Crich Tramway & Free Annual Upgrade

A day at Crich Tramway, Derbyshire, includes unlimited tram rides and indoor & outdoor play parks.  Furthermore your day’s admission at Crich Tramway includes a full annual upgrade free of charge.

Black Country Living Museum

Black Country Living Museum & Free Annual Upgrade

This popular Midland’s Attraction also offers free annual upgrades too; simply gift aid or donate your entrance charge at the admissions desk on arrival.  You will then receive a full upgrade to an annual pass that you can use throughout the season.

Heritage Motor Museum & Free Annual Upgrade

Simply donate your admission charges and this Warwickshire Visitor Attraction will also offer you a free annual upgrade.

The Small Print on Free Annual Upgrades

If this is a deal for you, it’s worth checking out the small print at the attraction(s) of your choice.  Some allow you to upgrade following your visit if you hold onto your originall receipt, some have dates the annual pass are not valid, some allow discounted online tickets…worth checking the finer details before you go!

Liz

Let us know of any other free annual pass upgrades for visitor attractions, so we can pass them on!

Is it just me or does there seem to be an abundance to World Record Attempts underway at top visitor attractions this year?

So far, (and the most bizarre to date), was from Drayton Manor attempting to secure the most morphsuits in one place!

Then we’ve had the attempt to create the largest foosball game at Gulliver’s Kingdom. Even the National Trust are trying for a skinny dipping World Record Attempt requiring participants to immerse themselves for a full 10 minutes in our anything-but-warm-waters at the unearthly time of 7 in the morning!

Now I’ve come across a World Record attempt that has less  in common with Challenge Anneka/I’m a Celebrity; a Gunge Fight World Record Attempt that’s taking place at Magna!  Oh yes, that’s much more my style although I might skip the complimentary hose down thank you!

If this is for you, it’s taking place on 18 June at Magna, Science Adventure Centre with more details available at Magna’s Gunge Fight World Record Attempt.

Liz

Alton Towers opens this weekend and if you are looking for a deal, check out our 2 for 1 vouchers for Alton Towers 2011.

Air Teddies at Alton Towers

Drayton Manor 2 for 1 deals March 2011

Drayton Manor has now opened for the season with the new rollercoaster ride, Ben 10: Ultimate Mission, opening on Saturday 23 April.  If you are looking for a deal, check out our list of 2 for 1 vouchers for Drayton Manor 2011.

Thorpe Park 2 for 1 deals for March 2011

The season has also begun for Thorpe Park in Surrey.  If you are planning a trip, check out our list of deals and discounts for Thorpe Park 2011.

Free Annual Upgrades for Top Visitor Attractions

Have a look through our comprehensive list of top visitor attractions around the UK that offer a free annual pass when you purchase a day’s admission!  This is a great way to save yourself money throughout the year!  From Eureka to Blenheim Palace, there’s something for everyone!  More details at Free Annual Upgrades for Top Visitor Attractions.

Odeon Tickets 40% Discount

Available Sunday to Thursday until 31 March, this is a great way to see a new release on a bargain!  More details available at Odeon Tickets 40% Discount.

20% off Aerial Extreme High Rope Courses

Aerial Extreme are offering a 20% discount during the month of March for their high rope assault courses.  If this is one for you, use the code FBMAR20, when you book online to receive your discounted tickets.

To keep up to date with all  the latest deals and discounts and subscribe to topdogdays or sign up to our email newsletter on the right hand side of the screen.

Liz

Eureka, the National Children’s Museum based in Halifax, is our latest addition to our updated list of free annual upgrades!

This is a brilliant way to save money throughout the year when you purchase a day admission ticket and receive an annual pass for the attraction free of charge!  Often you will simply need to giftaid or donate your admission charge to receive a free annual upgrade!

More Visitor Attractions Offering a Free Annual Upgrade in 2011

Magna Science Centre; if you are in the area, then check out this popular Yorkshire attraction that also offers a free annual upgrade.  This annual pass also includes the outdoor & aqua park and requires you to gift aid your initial admission charge.

Blenheim Palace offers a free annual upgrades to those purchasing day admission tickets. You can even purchase your initial Blenheim tickets with Tesco Clubcard reward tokens with this deal, (£5 in clubcard vouchers will give you £15 towards entrance charges).  More details available at Blenheim Place; free annual upgrade.

National Space Centre; based in Leicester, this attraction also requires you to gift aid your initial admission charge.

Eden Project; simply gift aid or donate your admission charges for this popular attraction

Black Country Living Museum; gift aid your admission for this free annual upgrade too!

Heritage Motor Museum; donate your admission charges and this Warwickshire Visitor Attraction will also offer you a free annual upgrade.

Let us know of any other free annual pass upgrades for visitor attractions, so we can pass them on!