Where can I apply for or renew a PTL card?

You can pick up an application leaflet and apply for, or renew your existing PTL card at any of the following application centres:

Alternatively you can download an application form by clicking the 'Application Form' link at the top of the page.

How much does a PTL card cost?

The cost of a Passport to Leisure card depends upon your eligibility category and payment can be made in cash:

• disabled adults and carers
  cards cost £2 and last for 5 years
  
• students age 18+
  cards cost £1 and last until 30 September in the current academic year
  
• 16 and 17 year olds
  cards cost £1 and last until the applicant's 18th birthday
  
• over 60's
  cards are free of charge and last for 5 years
  
• dependant juniors, disabled juniors and carers
  cards are free of charge and last for 1 year
  
• all other categories
  cards cost £1 and last for 1 year 

 How do I apply for or renew my PTL card?

To apply for, or renew an existing PTL membership card you need to go to one of the application centres listed above and take the following:

You will be asked to complete an application form and your PTL card will then be issued straight away. Renewal forms are automatically sent to members when their existing cards are due to expire.

NB: If you are over 60 you may renew your existing card by post. To renew by post you must send the following to: Barnsley MBC, Passport to Leisure, PO Box No 597, Barnsley. S71 9EW - please mark the envelope 'to be opened by addressee only'. Your new card will be posted out to you within 5 days of receipt of your renewal application.

For Further Information

For more information about the Passport to Leisure scheme please contact:
Barnsley MBC
Passport to Leisure
PO Box No 597
Barnsley
S70 9EW
Tel. 01226 774477
Email:passporttoleisure@barnsley.gov.uk

Opening Hours

Passport to Leisure Office: Monday to Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm and Friday 9:00am - 4:30.

For opening hours at individual leisure centres, Barnsley Connects offices and libraries please see relevant links.

Where can I get discounts with my PTL Card?

Juniors age 3-15 with a PTL card can obtain discounts at Barnsley Premier Leisure facilities for swimming and teen gym, and at the Metrodome for 360 membership - a fun, fit club for kids.

Adults with a PTL card can obtain discounts at the places mentioned below:

Residents aged 60+ need to show their Passport to Leisure card to access public swimming sessions free of charge at Barnsley Premier Leisure swimming pools.

Golf Courses

 Places of Interest

 Libraries and Entertainment

 Retail & Other Outlets

NB: The advertising of any retail outlets or other services which are owned, or operate, independently of BMBC, does not imply an official endorsement by BMBC, nor does BMBC warrant the suitability of these outlets or services in any way. You are advised to check the availability of concessions on offer, as certain restrictions may apply.

Adults with a PTL card can also obtain discounts at the following leisure centres across South Yorkshire and Wakefield
NB: * Restricted use for Passport to Leisure applies at these centres - including times, days and the sports included.