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Apply for a Magical Day Out (merlinsmagicwand.org) - relevant for those in foster care or recently adopted...

"We deliver a programme that supports children making wishes for Merlin attractions such as LEGOLAND®, Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Aquariums – it’s called Magical Days Out.

A single gifted day out for children to visit the local Merlin attraction of their choice. 

Magical Days Out are not just for terminally ill children, but for lots of children who are facing challenging circumstances. They can be applied for by parents, guardians or organisations and allow families to visit their chosen Merlin attraction for free. We provide our Magical Days Out to children who need them most, and our eligibility criteria includes children facing many types of adversity as well as those facing an illness or a disability."

...Magic On Tour does what it says on the tin (literally). We pack some of the magic and fun of a Merlin attraction into a minibus, a train, or a car, and we take it on tour, delivering it directly to children in schools, hospices, hospitals and orphanages. We work with attractions that volunteer their time to create special activities and fun visits for eligible children to enjoy, and we fund it with a Magic On Tour grant.

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Free stuff & Discounts for Foster Parents - Mosaic Foster Care

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https://mymaxcard.co.uk 

The Max Card is available for individuals caring for a child with special needs and/or disabilities, or for registered Foster Carers. Helping families save money on great days out at castles, zoos, bowling alleys, trampoline parks and many more.

The Max Card is the UK’s leading discount card for cared for and looked after children. Families can use their Max Card at venues across the UK to get free or discounted admission.

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