Boundless expands member benefits with National Art Pass, unlocking entry to more than 1,000 cultural sites

Public servants can now enjoy free and half-price entry to hundreds of galleries, museums and historic houses across the UK with Boundless membership club, which has added Art Fund’s National Art Pass to its range of benefits.

Boundless Plus members (£68 a year) will be able to access more than 1,000 cultural spaces with National Art Pass, which can include one additional adult and any children in the household. St Paul’s Cathedral in London, Cardiff Castle and Yorkshire Sculpture Park are just some of the well-known cultural sites available to explore with the pass, as well as the British Museum, Tate Modern, Museum of Liverpool, the Mary Rose in Portsmouth and many more.

Hundreds of discounts are available at museums and galleries up and down the country, from savings on entry and exhibitions at selected sites to discounts in gift shops and cafés. Members will also receive an annual Art Map guidebook with details on all the cultural spaces and discounts within the Art Fund network, as well as Art Quarterly magazine and the Art in Your Inbox newsletter, to stay up to date on the latest news and exhibitions.

Darren Milton at Boundless said: “We’re always looking for ways to help our members make the most of their free time. This new partnership with Art Fund is an exciting addition for Boundless Plus members who are interested in culture, history and new experiences."

“The National Art Pass gives our members the chance to explore an incredible range of the UK’s museums, galleries, historic houses and gardens, including major attractions and hidden gems – offering even more opportunities to enjoy memorable days out with family and friends.”

The new benefit, worth up to £145, builds on the range of perks already available with Boundless Plus membership, which includes unlimited entry to sites cared for by Historic Royal Palaces. These are the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle and Gardens near Belfast, with admission for one additional adult and up to two children per visit included.

Boundless Plus members also get access to more than 100 National Trust for Scotland locations, with complimentary entry for up to two adults and up to six children at museums, gardens, historic houses and more. Access to the Ramblers community is included too, with more than 50,000 guided group walks on offer and a wealth of walking routes available.

Jenny Waldman, director of Art Fund, said: "The National Art Pass opens up a world of art and inspiration, with free or discounted access to more than 1,000 museums and galleries across the UK."

“Membership also supports Art Fund’s charitable work, helping museums and galleries to serve their communities."

“We’re delighted to partner with Boundless to offer this opportunity to those working across our vital public services – we encourage their members to sign up for a National Art Pass and experience the joy that visiting museums and galleries can bring.”

All Boundless Plus benefits are in addition to the deals available through the club’s £40 membership, which offers unlimited complimentary access to Kew Gardens in London, Wakehurst in West Sussex and all nine Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) centres across the UK. Members also enjoy discounts on days out through Kids Pass, featuring kids-go-free deals and savings at nationwide attractions, such as Edinburgh Zoo and Go Ape forest adventure park. 

Members get free access to tastecard including Coffee Club - the UK’s biggest dining club, which provides discounts every day of the week at thousands of restaurants nationwide. Boundless members also save up to 37 per cent on cinema tickets through the Cinema Society, including at Vue, Odeon, Cineworld and Showcase cinemas across the UK. 

In addition, the Boundless community can enjoy a range of exclusive events throughout the year – from discounted member days out at some of the UK’s top attractions to online talks and masterclasses, plus a variety of local events organised by Boundless members, including lunches, quizzes, museum visits and more. 

Boundless membership is available to all civil service and public sector workers, working or retired. This includes teachers, civil servants, local-government workers and members of the armed forces, fire service, NHS, police and many more.  For more information on Boundless membership and to join, please visit: www.boundless.co.uk

A £40 Boundless membership includes year-round perks such as:

• Unlimited admission to Kew Gardens and Wakehurst

• Unlimited admission to all nine Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) centres across the UK

• Discounts for days out with Kids Pass membership

• Cinema savings of up to 37% via the Cinema Society

• Discounts at thousands of restaurants via tastecard including Coffee Club
  
  
  

The £68 Boundless Plus membership adds even more value, with the addition of:

• Unlimited access to Historic Royal Palaces, including the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace

• Unlimited access to all National Trust for Scotland places

• Roadside Assist by Britannia Rescue breakdown cove

• The Ramblers membership, including unlimited access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks.

Darren Milton at Boundless said: “We’re thrilled to launch Boundless gift memberships in time for the end of the school year. It’s the perfect way to say thank you to a teacher with something more meaningful than a bottle of wine – a full year of unforgettable experiences and great-value days out.”

The physical gift box includes a premium pack featuring a branded box and sleeve, an introduction booklet, a membership activation card with QR code and a personalised voucher letter with the redemption code. The digital version includes the voucher letter by email, free of charge.

To purchase a Boundless gift membership, visit: www.boundless.co.uk/gift

For more information please contact

Rose Lock, Emily Abreu or Flo Powell  
Midnight Communications
T: 01273 666 200
E: boundless@midnight.co.uk

About Boundless

Boundless is a membership club for civil service and public sector workers who are looking for inspiration on getting the most out of their free time. With a heritage and expertise dating back more than 100 years, Boundless offers its 150,000+ members deals on hundreds of unique experiences, events, volunteer activities and things to do. It’s also mutual, so all profits go straight back into the club to benefit members. www.boundless.co.uk

About Art Fund

Art Fund is the national charity for museums and galleries. For over 120 years, it has helped institutions across the UK to develop and share their collections, invest in people and expertise, grow their audiences and inspire the next generation. Art Fund connects museums and people with great art and culture through funding, advocacy and initiatives, because access to art is vital for a healthy society. It champions the sector through the prestigious Art Fund Museum of the Year award - the world’s largest museum prize - and supports museum professionals through dedicated training and grant programmes.

Independent and people-powered, Art Fund is supported by 142,000 members who buy a National Art Pass, as well as generous contributions from individuals, trusts and foundations. The National Art Pass offers free or discounted entry to hundreds of museums, galleries and historic places in the UK, 50% off major exhibitions, a subscription to Art Quarterly magazine and Art In Your Inbox newsletter. www.artfund.org