Question 1

Which Tickets should I buy?

Accepted Answer

SFCA Adult and SFCA Child tickets should be purchased for people that are registered Foster Carers, Care Leavers "Staying Put", Birth Children or Children in the care of the Local Authority. These tickets are subsidised.

Additional Tickets should be Purchased for Adults and Children that do not fit in to the above category, e.g. friends, grandchildren, cousins, nephews and nieces. These tickets are still discounted based on the RRP, however are not subsidised by the SFCA.

Question 2

What is an "SFCA Adult Ticket" for Blackpool Pleasure Beach?

Accepted Answer

An SFCA Adult Ticket, is a subsidised ticket for entry to Blackpool Pleasure Beach specifically for Foster Carers who Foster for Stockport Council or care leavers under "Staying Put" that are considered adults and reside at the same address as a Foster Carer. The ticket is subsidised by Stockport Foster Carers Association.

Question 3

What is an "SFCA Child Ticket" for Blackpool Pleasure Beach?

Accepted Answer

An SFCA ticket, is a subsidised ticket for entry to Blackpool Pleasure Beach specifically for children living with a Foster Carer, or for a child cared for by a Foster Carer e.g. respite or short breaks. The ticket is subsidised by Stockport Foster Carers Association.

Question 4

What is an "Additional Ticket"?

Accepted Answer

Additional Tickets are for Adults and Children that are not under the care of the Local Authority and are not considered your birth children.

Question 5

Can I bring my Grandchild or other family member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but please make sure you buy the correct ticket type. SFCA tickets are subsidised by the charity and are specifically for Foster Carers, children in their care, Care Leavers under "Staying Put".

"Additional Ticket(s)" should be purchased for anyone wishing to join you that does not fit in to the above description.

Question 6

Why is there a cost for coach travel?

Accepted Answer

Last year, coach travel was provided on a complimentary basis because there was no cost incurred by the SFCA. However this year, whilst we are able to provide transportation there is a nominal fee of £5 per person for a return journey to contribute towards the cost of the coach.

Question 7

Can I pick my Ticket(s) up early?

Accepted Answer

If the Tickets are delivered in a timely manner by Blackpool Pleasure Beach, these will be available for early collection. An announcement will be made by email and WhatsApp as soon as we know when the Tickets are available for early collection.

Question 8

Where will the coach pick us up and drop us off?

Accepted Answer

Coach Travel will be from a central location in Stockport which will be confirmed nearer the time. The coach will drop passengers off at Blackpool Pleasure Beach and will return later in the evening for the journey back to Stockport, usually to the same location you departed from.

Question 9

What time does the coach leave and how long does it take?

Accepted Answer

The coach will leave Stockport at roughly 9am. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and will aim to arrive at 10am for when the Pleasure Beach opens. The return journey will depart Blackpool at approximately 6pm. Times are rough estimates and are subject to change.

Question 10

Why is there a Service Fee in addition to the Ticket price?

Accepted Answer

Wix.com has added a 2.5% service fee for each Ticket purchased to their platform which is outside of our control.

Question 11

I can no longer make it, can I get a refund?

Accepted Answer

If you cancel before Friday 4th July we will be able to refund you, minus any fees incurred. 
Unfortunately we are unable to process refunds after this date. The cost of each ticket is £28, and once ordered the charity is obligated to pay for these.

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