Going out is a lot
Trains, shops, queues and noise. Small things that make the outside world easier to get through.
AdEvery product link on this shelf is an affiliate link. If you buy through one, we may earn a commission.
Guides for this shelf
- Disabled Persons Railcard: who can get one, including autism and ADHDNot on a diagnosis alone, yet.
- JAM Card and CEA Card explained: who can get them and how to applyA JAM Card is a free card and app that asks people for 'just a minute' of patience, with no diagnosis needed.
- Sunflower lanyard: who can wear one, what it costs and where it's recognisedAnyone with a non-visible disability who feels it would help can wear a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard: there is no qualifying list and you do not need proof.
- A travel kit for busy trains, stations and airportsA good travel kit for busy trains and airports covers noise, a dead phone, heat and being spotted by staff.
On the shelf: 13 finds
-
Triple Breakaway Lanyard with ID Card & Cover
By Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, sold by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Wear it and trained staff know you might need a bit more time or help. Member venues often hand them out free.
Affiliate link -
JAM Card (card and app)
By JAM Card, sold by JAM Card
Show the card or the app and people know you need just a minute. Free, and nobody needs your life story.
Affiliate link -
CEA Card (cinema companion card)
By CEA Card, sold by CEA Card
If you get PIP or a similar benefit, someone can come with you to participating cinemas for free.
£6.50a yearSee it at CEA CardAffiliate link -
Disabled Persons Railcard
By National Rail, sold by Railcard
A third off rail fares for you and one adult travelling with you, if you meet the eligibility rules.
£20a yearSee it at RailcardAffiliate link -
Trainline: Train & Bus Tickets
By Trainline, sold by Trainline
Book trains, keep digital tickets and railcards on your phone, and get live journey alerts, so there is no paper to lose.
Affiliate link -
Sony WF-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds
By Sony, sold by Amazon
Small noise-cancelling earbuds that fit in a pocket, for turning down trains, cafes and busy streets without full headphones.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
Ray-Ban Justin Sunglasses
By Ray-Ban, sold by Amazon
Classic Ray-Ban frames to cut the glare on bright days, so you are not squinting your way down the high street.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
Columbia Pine Mountain II Bucket Hat
By Columbia, sold by Amazon
A soft bucket hat with a brim that keeps bright sky out of your eyes when sunglasses are not enough.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
Chilly's Original Stainless Steel Water Bottle
By Chilly's, sold by Amazon
An insulated steel bottle that keeps your drink cold on long days out, so you are not hunting for a shop.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
JISULIFE Portable Handheld Turbo Fan, 5000mAh
By JISULIFE, sold by Amazon
A rechargeable handheld fan with five speeds for hot trains, stuffy queues and crowded platforms in summer.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
Anker Nano Power Bank (10K, 45W, Built-In Retractable USB-C Cable)
By Anker, sold by Anker
A small 10,000mAh power bank with its own pull-out USB-C cable, so a dead phone does not strand you.
£49.99See it at AnkerAffiliate link -
trtl Pillow Travel Neck Support
By trtl, sold by Amazon
A wrap-around neck support that holds your head up on trains and planes, then goes in the wash after.
See priceat AmazonSee it at AmazonAffiliate link -
Passenger Assistance
By Transreport, sold by App Store
Book help for a rail journey from your phone, and it passes the request to every train company on the route.
Affiliate link
