Day trip destination that also offers some reduced-price tickets

FAMILY day trips are a fun way to spend time together with your little ones - but all parents know how quickly the costs of a family day out can escalate.

- BY EMILIA BONA

Ticket prices, food, treats and souvenirs can all add up to make the cost of a family day trip prohibitively expensive.

But for families who are in receipt of Universal Credit or other benefits, there are attractions across the UK that offer discounted ticket prices to try and help make things more affordable.

Across the country there are nearly 100 attractions that offer discounted ticket prices - but only one is located within our region.

The full national list includes places like museums, theme parks, zoos and theatres where you can get in for cheap or even for free if you're on Universal Credit or other benefits. Some of these places even let you bring other people with you at a discount, making for an affordable family day out.