Make it a 'bus'y half-term with Stagecoach South East

Make it a ‘bus’y half-term with Stagecoach South East

With so much to do in the south east, there’s no need to be stuck at home this half-term - especially since you can enjoy discounted entry at some of the area’s top attractions when you leave the car behind and travel by bus.

Entertain the kids in Kent

Go wild this half-term with 50% off entry to Wildwood Kent with a valid Stagecoach on the day bus ticket or pass. Spanning 40 acres of lush woodland, Wildwood is home to over 200 animals, and is a champion of British wildlife. It’s the ideal destination for a family adventure and has a jam-packed schedule of half-term events to help you reconnect with nature and banish the winter blues. Nestled between Herne Bay and Canterbury, hop on the 600, 601 or 602 and get dropped off right outside the park.* 

Wolves at Wildwood, credit to 'Kent Attractions'

If you don’t trust the Great British weather, head back in time (and back indoors) with a visit to Leeds Castle. Served directly by the 10X route, you can have a brilliant adventure into history while staying out of the rain. But if the weather is on your side, you can also enjoy the castle’s picturesque parkland, its renowned yew maze or one of its three playgrounds. The castle’s ‘Green Travel Offer’ provides 20% off entry for visitors using public transport, so you can experience more of Kent’s history for less! 

For another historical adventure, take a bus trip to Dover Castle. Known as the ‘key to England’, the castle overlooks the English Channel and has been a vital defensive structure from the 12th century all the way up to the Cold War. Visitors can enjoy a medieval castle, secret World War Two tunnels, and the oldest lighthouse in Britain, all with one ticket! As if this wasn’t enough, this half-term, kids can also join characters from the past for heritage-inspired hijinks and a magic lantern show in the castle’s ‘History Makers’ event. Located on the iconic White Cliffs, save yourself the uphill walk and take the bus - with 20% off entry for visitors with a valid ticket or bus pass, you’ll feel like the king of the castle!

Dover Castle, credit to 'South East England Tourist Guides Association'

Enjoy great-value days out in East Sussex

For a grand day out in East Sussex, look no further than Battle Abbey, where you can experience both the drama of 1066 and the tranquillity of a historic abbey. Battle Abbey was founded by William the Conqueror shortly after the Norman Conquest and is said to have been built in the exact spot where King Harold died. The site is home to a visitor centre and the Abbey ruins, as well as the surrounding grounds which played host to one of the most famous battles in history. Served by the appropriately named route 1066, you can enjoy 20% off entry with a valid ticket or bus pass.

Battle Abbey, credit to 'Lonely Planet'

For an artsy day out, head to Eastbourne’s Towner Gallery to soak up some culture. The Towner is home to modern, locally made and landscape art, as well as film screenings and events, so there’s something for everyone. Entry to the gallery is free, but bus users get 10% off ticketed exhibitions including their current exhibition, ‘Drawing the Unspeakable’ by broadcaster David Dimbleby. There are a number of buses that stop near the Towner, including the 99 which runs between Hastings and Eastbourne every 20 minutes Monday to Saturday. 

On top of all these discounts, you can save even more with a Stagecoach South East Group DayRider ticket. Valid for up to 5 people of any age travelling together, the ticket gives you unlimited travel across the south east for just £26, making your days out doubly discounted. Prefer to go it alone? All our single fares are capped at £3, and you can find our full range of great value ticket options here.