Download a 'Passport to Leisure Application Form' here (524Kb)


What is Passport to Leisure?

Waveney District Council's Passport to Leisure is a concessionary charging scheme which admits participants to a range of sport and leisure related facilities at a reduced rate of admission. The level of discount varies from facility to facility but can be up to 50%.

Can I join this scheme?

To participate in the Passport to Leisure Scheme you must meet one of the following criteria: you must be Registered Unemployed, be receiving Income Support, Incapacity Benefit, Disabled, Senior Citizen, Full-time Student, or be receiving Working Families Tax Credit. Proof of eligibility at the time of application is required, this is outlined on the application form.

Can I join the scheme if I live outside the district of Waveney?

Yes, you can join the Passport to Leisure Scheme. However, the cost of admission to the scheme is higher than that for district residents.

Where can I use Passport to Leisure?

All sports facilities owned by Waveney District Council including leisure centre, swimming pools, pitch and putt course, putting greens, tennis courts, bowling greens and Bungay Sports Centre.

How do I apply?

By completing the application form, which is available from WDC Cash Office, district offices, tourist information centres and leisure centres.

Alternatively;
 
  Download a 'Passport to Leisure Application Form' here (524Kb)

The completed form must be handed in at the Town Hall Cash Office, together with proof of eligibility, a recent passport sized photograph and fee payable to the Waveney District Council, Cash Office, Town Hall, High Street, Lowestoft NR32 1HS.

How much does it cost?

• Waveney district residents - £5.00
• Non residents - £15.00 

For further information on the Passport to Leisure Scheme telephone 01502 523416.

Terms and Conditions

1. Cards may only be used by the person to whom it is issued. It is not transferable.
2. All cards are valid for one year from date of issue (except Working Families Tax Credit).
3. Cards must be produced on every visit otherwise the full charge is payable.
4. Lost or stolen cards should be reported to the Cash Office, Town Hall immediately. A £3 charge will be made for replacements.
5. Waveney District Council reserves the right to alter the Terms and Conditions.
6. Any card holder who ceases to be eligible must return the card to the issuing office immediately.
7. Waveney District Council may withdraw from use the card of any person who admits the fraudulent use of his/her card.
8. Cards will not be issued if issuers are not satisfied with the proof of eligibility.

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