If you live in London, you can travel free on buses, tubes and other transport when you're 60, but only within London. In Wales you can get a bus pass when you reach 60.
What is free at 60 in England?
Free prescriptions and Sight testsOnce you hit 60 years old, medicine prescribed by your doctor is free anywhere in the United Kingdom. Before this age, you can access free prescriptions in Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland. However, those residing in England will have to part with £8.60 in prescription charges.
What freebies do I get at 60?
Top 10 Discounts for Over-60s
- Ride the Rail. It's really important for older people to keep a strong social network. …
- Iceland Over-60s Discount. …
- More Points at Boots. …
- Movie Savings. …
- Free TV. …
- Cheaper Haircuts. …
- Free Bus Pass. …
- Free Prescriptions.
Is London Underground free for over 60s?
What privileges do you get at 60 UK?
Here are some brief details – please click one of the links for more information.
- Pension credits. …
- Free prescriptions and Sight tests. …
- Subsidised travel. …
- Annual flu jab. …
- The job seekers allowance. …
- Special support grant. …
- Student support grants. …
- State Pension.
What is a 60+ Oyster card?
The pass allows free travel on buses, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground and most National Rail services in London. Pass holders also get a discounted fare on River services and the Emirates Air Line. 60+ Oyster pass holders are not entitled to free travel on services outside of London.
Is there senior discount on London Underground?
If you're 60 or over and live in a London borough, you can get free travel on our transport services with an Oyster photocard.
How to change 60 Oyster to Freedom Pass?
Transferring your 60+ Oyster pass to a Freedom PassAs long as you didn't opt out of TFL sharing your data with London Councils you will be sent a letter asking you to confirm your name and address. Once we have received confirmation of your details we will issue you with a new Freedom Pass.