Monday, 12th May 2008
If you're looking for value for money, these great offers could help you enjoy a short break in Bristol.
Bus Skate Ticket Buy one ticket including return bus travel, entry to the Ice Rink and skate hire. Buy the ticket from the driver of any direct First bus from Zone 1 or 2 to Bristol City Centre. It takes no more than 5 minutes to walk to Bristol Ice-Rink from the Centre where the bus drops you off. You don't have to worry about parking. When you enter the Ice Rink, staff at the entrance will retain half of your ticket. Use the other half for your free return bus journey home from the Centre. Adult £8.00, Child £8.00 Only available between 0900 and 2030. Not available on country bus services or Park & Ride.
Firstminutefares are First Great Western's new range of advanced purchase fares offering you savings of up to 60%. The earlier you book, the more you save. If they link through to the website it gives sample fares and opportunities to purchse.
Zoo Safari Save 15% off entry to Bristol Zoo and return bus travel Beat the queues at the Zoo! Buy a Zoo Safari ticket on the bus - the all-in-one ticket includes entry to Bristol Zoo Gardens in Clifton and return bus travel in Bristol Zones 1 and 2. You get a 15% discount off both and, as a pre-paid customer, can beat the queues at the members' entrance to the Zoo. Simply buy your ticket from your driver of any First bus in Bristol Zones 1 and 2. Your Zoo Safari ticket covers your journey into the City Centre and on Service 8, 8A, 9 and 9A which drops you right outside the entrance to the Zoo. Catch this service in the City Centre at Debenhams, the Centre, Temple Meads Station or College Green. Zoo Safari tickets are also available on the Brislington and Long Ashton Park and Ride services. Adult £10.60 Child £6.30, OAP £7.40 When you enter the Zoo, staff at the entrance will retain half your ticket. Use the other half for your return bus journey home. Zoo Safari tickets are not valid on the Bristol International Flyer.
Explore-At-Bristol by Train Save 15% off entry to Explore-At-Bristol with First Great Western trains all-in-one ticket! Simply buy your time- and money-saving ticket from your departure station. The all-in-one ticket includes your train fare, discounted bus ride to College Green, and pre-paid discounted entry to Explore-At-Bristol. When you get to Explore, as a pre-paid customer, you can beat the queues with the fast-track lane! (Subject to availability.) Please note: - Any 3 or 4 year olds must pay for their Explore ticket on arrival at the child offer rate of £5.50. (First's child definition is 5-15; the At-Bristol child definition is 3-15.) - This 15% discounted entry offer applies to Explore tickets only. Ask for this pre-paid package when you buy your train ticket. Call 08457 48 49 50 or visit www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk for details.
Explore-At-Bristol by Bus Save 15% off entry to Explore At-Bristol and return bus travel! Buy an Explore Bristol ticket on the bus for a great day out! The all-in-one ticket includes entry to Explore Bristol and return bus travel in Bristol Zones 1 and 2. You get a 15% discount off both and, as a pre-paid customer, can beat the queues at the Fastrack lane (when available). Simply buy your ticket from your driver of any First bus in Bristol Zones 1 and 2. It takes no more that 5 minutes to walk to Bristol from the Centre where the bus drops you off. You don't have to worry about parking. When you enter Bristol, staff at the entrance will retain half your ticket. Use the other half for your return bus journey home from the Centre. Adult £10.40, Child £7.40, Family £28 OAP (Concessionary pass holder) £5.55, Valid for entry to Explore only. Family ticket valid for bus travel for up to 5 people (max 2 adults) and entry to Bristol for up to 4 people (max 2 adults). Fifth person must pay for their Explore ticket on arrival at the discounted rate of £7.50 for an adult or £5.50 for a child or concession.on arrival to Bristol. Children aged 3 or 4 years old must pay for their Explore ticket on arrival at the discounted child rate of £5.50. Children aged under 5 do not pay for bus travel when accompanied by a fare paying adult.
All offers subject to availability. Please contact operators for more information