Ride Access Pass (RAP)

Thorpe Park offer a Ride Access Pass to guests who may find it difficult or cannot stand for long periods of time either due to a physical disability or a learning/emotional impairment. Ride Access Passes must be prebooked for the day of your visit, as they can not be given without prebooking.​

  • Free of charge​ for a Merlin Ride Access Pass (Valid at Merlin attractions only).
  • £15 for a Nimbus Access Card (Valid at Merlin & 2,500+ venues and events across the world).
  • Available to apply here.
  • Access to a ‘virtual queuing system’; you will wait the queue time outside of the actual queue line.
  • Does not guarantee instant access to attractions, but will significantly decrease queuing time.
  • Limited number issued per day – always prebook via this link before your visit.
  • Make sure to check the prebook link on the day incase of any cancellation slots.
  • You only need to apply once to get a Ride Access ID for 3 years.

​Merlin Entertainments, have recently launched a new system for using the Ride Access Pass so please watch the following video to find out more about the new booking portal and what this means for you.

Accessibility Information

Thorpe Park are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has a fun and memorable experience no matter what and offer a personalised Accessibility Day Planner valid for one season which will provide detailed Resort and attraction accessibility information. For more information, please visit the Thorpe Park website here or call 01932 577131 to speak to the park’s accessibility team and find out more.

Thorpe Park is wheelchair accessible. All accessible toilet facilities require a RADAR key for access. If you do not have your own you can hire one from Guest Services in the Lower Dome. Please note a £10 refundable deposit is required for this service. There is also a Changing Places facility which is located in the Upper Dome. This facility includes a hoist, adult changing bed, height adjustable sink, shower and toilet as well as plenty of floor space to allow room for two carers.

Carer Tickets

Disabled guests with the relevant documentation are entitled to a free carer ticket. For proof of a disability, you must provide ONE of the following at the ticket kiosk when you arrive on park:

  • Entitlement to Disability Living Allowance for children under 16 or DLA/Personal Independent Payments (PIP) for those aged 16-64, either in the form of a letter stating that the benefit has been awarded, or the actual Allowance book

  • Attendance Allowance or Carer’s Allowance letter of award

  • Incapacity Benefit books, or a letter notifying the recipient that the benefit has been awarded Incapacity Benefit or Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

  • A valid Blue Badge

  • In the case of visual impairment, a registration card known as the BD8 or a Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI)

  • A local authority registration document which is local to the attraction where it is being submitted

  • A recognised Assistance Dog ID Card

  • Credibility’s Access Card with a +1 or a +2 symbol

Assistance Dog Area

In 2025, Thorpe Park introduced an Assistance Dog Relief Area with your hard working companions in mind. Featuring soft grass and waste disposal stations, the area is perfect for dogs to relax and stretch their legs before you continue the thrills.

This can be found by the Events Marquee, just before the entrance to Swarm Island.

Nirvana Quiet Space

In 2023, Thorpe Park introduced their new quiet space away from the excitement of the park for a moment of calm. Featuring heated ceramic loungers surrounded by the sights, scents, and sounds of the spa will help to soothe your senses and relax your mind.

Should you ever need to use this space, you can visit Thorpe Parks’s First Aid team (just a couple doors down!) who will arrange access on a first come, first served basis.

Nirvana Quiet Space