Get your freedom. Get your free bus pass

The possibilities for days out by bus are endless, whether it's for shopping, sightseeing, visiting family, or just getting out and about. Passholders of the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme can travel for free on our buses.

Already have your pass? Great!

There are so many places to go and enjoy, and when you can get there for free, what's stopping you? Get your freedom and check out some of our favourite places to go with your free bus pass below.

Need to get your pass? No problem

It's easy to apply for your free bus pass from your local authority and even easier to use on our buses.
When you board the bus just hold your pass on the ticket machine card reader until it beeps, then take your seat.
The times you can use your pass, are set by your local authority. In Lancashire and Greater Manchester, you can use your pass on between 9.30am and 11pm Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays.
Who can apply for a pass is also set by your local authority. Follow the link to see if you're eligible and to apply for your bus pass if you live in Lancashire or Greater Manchester.

Where will your freedom take you? Here's some of our suggestions.

Blackburn Museum

One of the first purpose built free museums open outside of London, Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery houses a rich and fascinating collection covering fine art, decorative art, Egyptology, natural and social history. With over 1,000 Japanese prints, 5,000 examples of coins and money and 500 books and manuscripts you certainly won’t be short of things to see!

You can reach the Blackburn Museum on 

• Hotline
• The 1
• The 6&7
• Valley Line
• Irwell Line 481
• The Blackburn Bus Company 2
• The Blackburn Bus Company 4

Get off at Blackburn bus station just a short walk from the museum.

Corporation Park

Stroll through the handsome archway into a traditional Victorian park, awarded the prestigious Green Flag award status. As you wander through the park you’ll notice 2 picturesque lakes filled with wildlife, bowling greens, tennis courts and even a Victorian conservatory.

The Park is a short walk from Blackburn town centre, our nearest stop to the gates is Town Hall on Hotline, The Blackburn Bus Company 2 and The Blackburn Bus Company 4 but Blackburn bus station isn't much further to get there on

• The 1
• The 6&7
• Valley Line
• Irwell Line 481

Empire Theatre

This performing arts theatre specializes in musicals, iconic singers and Broadway style revivals. Enjoy a drink at the bar before finding your comfortable seat as the show begins… With shows running all year from The Everly Brothers tribute band to Snow White you’ll never be short of choice.

You can reach the Empire Theatre on The1 or The Blackburn Bus Company 2, get off right outside the door at Ewood, Empire Theatre

King George's Hall

A welcoming performance venue regularly hosting a wide range of shows, and exciting programme of music, dancing, comedy and variety. The cafe bar is the perfect place for a drink and snack before the performance. David Bowie is among the artists who have appeared there!

You can reach King George's Hall on 

• Hotline
• The 1
• The 6&7
• Valley Line
• Irwell Line 481
• The Blackburn Bus Company 2
• The Blackburn Bus Company 4

Get off a short walk away at Blackburn bus station

Oswaldtwistle Mills

Oswaldtwistle Mills is an award winning shopping village has something to amaze, charm and intrigue visitors of all ages. The former Weaving Mill has over 100 retailers all under one roof, 3 restaurants, garden centre, large fashion floor, food deli and a Textile and Heritage Museum.

You can reach Oswaldtwistle Mills on The 6&7, get off right outside at Oswaldtwistle Mills.

Been there, done that? We've got even more inspiration for places you can explore all over Lancashire, and great discounts at plenty of them when you go by bus, just ask your driver for a Transdev Treats voucher. Explore more here 

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