Contact us

By Car
Exit M5 at junction 21, take the third exit towards Weston-super-Mare and follow signs to 'seafront' and Grand Pier (approximately three miles).

By Train
A7 minute walk from the station, walk west towards the town and sea front, the Grand Pier is half a mile away.

For train timetables, prices and tickets, visit: gwr.co.uk

By Coach
Coaches are welcome to drop off passengers in the bus stop at the entrance to the Grand Pier. Coach parties are welcome to book in advance for reserved seating in our food outlets, just call 01934 646155. Coach parking is provided further south along the seafront or at Locking Road.

Our card enables a disabled guest to receive a complimentary entrance to the Grand Pier for someone to accompany them when they visit our attraction.

The Card is also a way for the Grand Pier to make sure it looks after disabled guests. If you require an adjustment to visit us because of your disability, our team should make them for you whether you have an Essential Companion card or not.

If you have questions about the card and how it works please contact us.

To apply, the person requiring assistance must be 8 years of age or older.

Just show the card when you arrive, and your carer(s) or companion(s) won’t need to pay an entry fee.

It’s in your name so you can bring whomever you like, but even if you don’t have an Essential Companion card, when you arrive you can collect the paperwork to get started.

An Essential Companion must be over 14 years of age and capable of assisting the guest with the disability. The Essential Companion would be expected to understand the disabled person’s condition and assist them in managing it for the duration of the visit. For example, if the disabled person finds communication difficult due to a diagnosed medical condition, the helper would be expected to take responsibility for ensuring the disabled person is aware of relevant safety information displayed on any signage or communications on our public address system.

Eligibility

You will need to provide evidence that the card holder receives one of the following:

• Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Attendance Allowance (AA)
• Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
• Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
• Blind Persons Registration

You will need to bring a copy of the awarding letter from DWP or a statement confirming receipt of the allowance for the person requiring assistance (the card holder).

This should be dated within the last 12 months.

Alternatively, if you are a Registered Blind Person then please bring a photocopy of certification for the person requiring assistance (the card holder). Please note that ESA (Employment and Support Allowance) or the Blue Badge on its own are not accepted as proof of eligibility

The Grand Pier is one of over 200 attractions around the UK that Blue Peter badge holders can get into for free.

To gain free entry, simply show your badge at the turnstiles.

If a disabled badge holder is accompanied by a registered carer, both can gain free entry. Carers must bring supporting documents. Please see our Essential Careers terms and conditions.