Children with Disabilities Network
Who can join
Those who live in South Tyneside, and have a child aged between 0-18 years, with a permanent disability or life-long additional needs that have a substantial and long term impact on their ability to carry out day to day activities.
How much it costs
It is free to join the Network.
Benefits
- a Max Card, which gives free and discounted entry to hundreds of local, regional and national attractions (such as Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Newcastle's Centre for Life, Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum, Jarrow Hall and South Shields Museum and Art Gallery).
- Members can apply for an Active Card, which provides access to free swimming at Hebburn Central, Haven Point and Jarrow Community Pool.
- Term time activities for children with disabilities.
- Sport and play schemes during school holidays for school aged children.
- Regular information emails.
Join the Network and apply for or renew a Max Card
To apply for a Max Card children must be registered on the Children with Disabilities Network.
Membership is free, straight forward and you can join online.
To join the Children with Disabilities Network and to apply for a Max Card, complete the form below.
If you are already a member of the Network and would like to apply for a Max Card, we ask that you complete the same form so we have all of your up-to-date information.
Join the Network and apply for or renew a Max Card
If you would prefer paper forms to be sent out please email short.breaks@southtyneside.gov.uk or call 0191 424 4416.
Who is eligible for a Max Card
To apply for a Max Card children must be registered on the Children with Disabilities Network.
The Children with Disabilities Network is for those who live in South Tyneside and have a child with a permanent disability or life-long additional needs, aged between 0-18 years.
Local attractions
Some attractions which offer free or discounted entry with a Max Card include:
- Alnwick Castle and Gardens
- The Centre for Life
- Blue Reef Aquarium
- Go Ape
- Gibside
- Seven Stories
- Northern Stage
- Jarrow Hall
- Customs House
For a full list of Max Card venues please visit mymaxcard.co.uk/browse
Free swimming sessions
Max Card holders who live in South Tyneside can apply for an Active card, which allows:
- free swimming at Haven Point, Hebburn Central and Jarrow Community Pool (up to two children and two adults)
National attractions
There are many attractions across the country which offer free or discounted entry with a Max Card.
Merlin Entertainment offers up to 52% discount at 30 of their attractions such at Lego Land and Alton Towers.
For a full list of Max Card venues please visit mymaxcard.co.uk/browse
How to use your Max Card
To view offers and for information about how to redeem each offer, go to mymaxcard.co.uk/browse.
You may need to enter your 16 digit Max Card number and expiry date. If your card number does not work please email hello@mymaxcard.co.uk
Overview
You can join the Children with Disabilities Network if you:
- live in South Tyneside
- have a child aged between 0-18 years, with a permanent disability, or life-long additional needs that have a substantial and long term impact on their ability to carry out day to day activities.
Joining the Network is free and gives you the following benefits:
- A Max Card, which gives free and discounted entry to hundreds of local, regional and national attractions (such as Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Newcastle's Centre for Life, Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum, Jarrow Hall and South Shields Museum and Art Gallery).
- Members can apply for an Active Card, which provides access to free swimming at Hebburn Central, Haven Point and Jarrow Community Pool.
- Term time activities for children with disabilities.
- Sport and play schemes during school holidays for school aged children.
- Regular information emails.
Max Cards
To apply for a Max Card children must be registered on the Children with Disabilities Network.
The Children with Disabilities Network is for those who live in South Tyneside and have a child with a permanent disability or life-long additional needs, aged between 0 and 18 years.
Local attractions
Some attractions which offer free or discounted entry with a Max Card include:
- Alnwick Castle and Gardens
- The Centre for Life
- Blue Reef Aquarium
- Go Ape
- Gibside
- Seven Stories
- Northern Stage
- Jarrow Hall
- Customs House
For a full list of Max Card venues please visit My Max Card: Venues.
Free swimming sessions
Max Card holders who live in South Tyneside can apply for an Active card, which allows:
- free swimming at Haven Point, Hebburn Central and Jarrow Community Pool (up to two children and two adults)
National attractions
There are many attractions across the country which offer free or discounted entry with a Max Card.
Merlin Entertainment offers up to 52% discount at 30 of their attractions such at Lego Land and Alton Towers.
For a full list of Max Card venues please visit My Max Card: Venues.
How to use your Max Card
To view offers and for information about how to redeem each offer, go to My Max Card: Venues.
You may need to enter your 16 digit Max Card number and expiry date. If your card number does not work please email hello@mymaxcard.co.uk
Join the network and apply for or renew a Max Card
To apply for a Max Card children must be registered on the Children with Disabilities Network.
Membership is free, straight forward and you can join online.
To join the Children with Disabilities Network and to apply for a Max Card, complete the form below.
If you are already a member of the Network and would like to apply for a Max Card, we ask that you complete the same form so we have all of your up-to-date information.
Join the network and apply for or renew a Max Card
If you would prefer paper forms to be sent out please email short.breaks@southtyneside.gov.uk or call 0191 424 4416.