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Quingo Scooters Accessible Attractions: The National Football Museum, Manchester

Football is one of the most – if not the most – popular games in the world. Millions of fans from all over the world watch their favourite teams play the beautiful game each season. There are highs, lows and plenty of sporting stories going back decades. If football is your thing, we’ve got the perfect day out for you!

The National Football Museum in Manchester is the World’s biggest and best football museum and home to the game’s greatest stories. From the players and games to the fans, the whole scope of football is covered here. No matter who your team is, you’ll find plenty of interesting and entertaining exhibits, from a Hall of Fame of players past and present, to fascinating facts about how football became the global phenomenon it is today. There’s fan memorabilia, pitch-side photos, commentary and much more to see – and get involved in. You’ll even come face to face with the legendary 1966 Jules Rimet World Cup trophy!

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What’s on

This week, Quingo Scooters is heading to Manchester to get in on the action! Let’s see what’s on offer…

  • Hall of Fame: Here, you’ll meet the greatest managers, players and teams in the English game. Celebrating and highlighting the achievements of the all-time top talents in the game, you’ll find profiles and facts about every member of this prestigious group. With over 152 players and managers commended here, and more inductees added each year, it’s always a fascinating look at the individuals who have shaped the game.
  • BBC Radio Commentary Collection: Do you remember the commentator who provided the soundtrack to your club’s greatest achievements? In an archive compiled of hundreds of the most memorable BBC radio football commentary clips, you’ll be able to relive the some of the greatest moments in footballing history. Capturing the passion of the game, you’ll laugh, cry, cheer and shout at these audio gems. Whether you’re reliving spectacular wins, Cup runs, promotions, super survivals, glorious goals or bumbling bloopers, your team’s history comes to life. It’s a must for all football fans.
  • The Game: In this exhibition, the story of the football is depicted through the photography of Stuart Roy Clarke. Since 1989, Clarke has been capturing and documenting the ever-changing face of football. Reflecting this, Clarke’s The Game is a dynamic exhibition that will grow and change over 12 months, with his hand-picked favourite images at the core. From fans to grounds, these evocative photographs tell the story of affection, purpose and passion in football.
  • Global Game: From a village sport to a global phenomenon, this exhibition explores the history of football. Tracking its journey to becoming the world’s most popular sport, here you’ll experience the rise of the global game. If you’re a big fan of the World Cup, this is the perfect place for you. The growth of the sport’s biggest competition is covered here. Why not learn all about how the World Cup came about and how each country joined? While you’re in the exhibition, make sure to see the 1966 Jules Rimet trophy. Presented to the England Football Team following their historic win at the 1966 World Cup, it’s a sight not to be missed for any football fan.
  • Pelé – Art, Life Football: This exhibition explores the life and career of football icon Pelé. Described as a player like no other, this global superstar defined what it means to be an elite footballer. From Santos to New York, with 4 World Cups in between, this exhibition tracks the iconic player through the eyes of photographers and artists from around the world. In addition to a superb collection of art inspired by the man, the National Football Museum has brought together iconic items from our own collection and those owned by private collectors to illustrate the life and career of the first man to truly transcend the global game. From memorabilia surrounding his career to performance stats, this exhibition celebrates a great player who truly changed the game.
  • Football+ opportunities: Should you upgrade your package, you’ll find a range of activities on offer. Using your Football+ credits, you’ll be able to take part in activities that put you in the centre of the game. The Match of the Day Commentary Challenge puts you in the box for a classic FA Cup moment. It’s the perfect place to test out your commentary skills. Alternatively, a Lift The Trophy exhibition allows you to get your hands on some virtual silverware. It’s time to strike your best celebratory pose and get a photo to keep forever – the perfect memento of your day.
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Where to eat and drink

While at the National Football Museum, stop for a snack at Café Football on the ground floor of the museum. Everything from the food to the décor captures the essence of the beautiful game. You can get everything from pies to cakes here, as well as a large selection of hot and cold drinks. Football Plus+ Season Ticket holders get 20% off everything in the café.

If you’re looking to treat yourself, head to The Rabbit in The Moon, located on floors 5 and 6. This restaurant from Michelin star chef Michael O’Hare brings fine dining to football.

Opening times

The National Football Museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Admission is free, however, the museum is a registered charity and they welcome donations to support their work. You can upgrade your package through donations, information is available here.

Getting there

Located in the centre of Manchester, the National Football Museum is easily accessible by all forms of transport. If you are travelling by car, take the M60 and follow the brown signs indicating the National Football Museum. Blue Badge parking is available on Todd Street or at nearby car parks, including the Arena, Exchange, Shudehill and High Street. If you are travelling by train, the nearest train station is Victoria Station, a short 2-minute journey from the museum. As well as this, Victoria Station is home to a Metrolink stop, the best stop to get off at should you be travelling by tram. Frequent buses also service the area. More information on getting to the museum is available here.

Accessibility

The National Football Museum is fully accessible to all visitors. There are automatic doors at the main entrance, as well as lifts to all floors. The exhibit includes ramps to all raised areas and accessible toilets on the ground floor and levels 1, 2 and 4. In addition to this, there is Blue Badge parking available on Todd Street, outside Victoria Station. Further Blue Badge parking can be found at nearby NCP car parks, including the Arena, Exchange, Shudehill and High Street. Full information on the museum’s accessibility can be found here.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme, which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this, or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up-to-date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up-to-date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC). AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

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Quingo Scooters Accessible Attractions: Discovery Museum, Newcastle

This week, as part of our Accessible Attractions series, Quingo Scooters are in the heart of Newcastle. If discovering ancient artefacts, as well as learning about maritime history, world-changing science and technology or fashion, interests you this attraction is perfect!

The Discovery Museum in Newcastle allows visitors to discover all about life in Newcastle and Tyneside, using interactive displays, it makes it the perfect place to learn and have fun.

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The museum

The museum offers many great permanent displays as well as temporary exhibitions, including:

  • Turbinia (Permanent) – once dubbed the fastest ship in the world! Charles Algernon Parsons built the world’s first steam turbine powered ship, Turbinia, changing the face of maritime history. In 1897 the ship measured 32 metres long and was the fastest in the world at that time.
  • Enigma & the North East (until 1 April 2018) – providing the opportunity to witness a rare Enigma machine, used to code secret messages during WW2. The exhibit tells the stories of Tyneside-built ships HMS Bulldog and HMS Petard, involved in salvaging material from German U-boats which were vital for the teams to break the German Navy Enigma.
  • Newcastle Story (Permanent) – walk through the history of Newcastle from the Roman period up to the early millennium, stopping by the homes, communities and businesses of the past.
  • All the Fun of the Fair: 135 Years of The Hoppings (until 1 October 2017) – All the Fun of the Fair showcases the history of Newcastle’s much-loved Hoppings fair, first held on the Town Moor in 1882. Included are a collection of 50 vintage coin-operated amusement machines – perfect for testing your pinball skills!

Opening times and entry prices

The museum is open every day from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday, and from 11am to 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Entry to the museum is free, however, donations are welcomed. For more information, visit the ‘Visit Us’ webpage here.

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Getting there

The museum is located on the edge of Newcastle city centre, it is 5 minutes away from Newcastle Central station as well as the Tyne & Wear Metro service.

Visitors travelling by car will find parking directly opposite the museum, however, this is very limited in busy periods. It is advised to park at the Grainger Town multi-storey car park located on Waterloo Street.

There are local bus routes that are available to transport visitors from the main transport hubs within Newcastle. For more information, visit the ‘Getting to Us’ webpage here.

Accessibility

The approach to the entrance of the museum is tarmacked, meaning there is easy access for scooter users. There is level access throughout the whole of the museum, as well as three lifts providing access to all floors. Accessibility information can be found on the ‘Access’ webpage here.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme, which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this, or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up-to-date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up-to-date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

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Quingo Scooters Accessible Attractions: Imperial War Museum Manchester

Quingo Scooters are back in the North West this week with another great British attraction to add to our Accessible Attractions series. A city known for its pop culture, as well as its love affair with music. We’re taking you to Manchester.

The iconic Imperial War Museum in Manchester tells the stories of those people whose lives have been shaped by war. Through their galleries, displays and events, the Imperial War Museum aims to challenge people’s perception of war.

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The Museum

Within the museum there are a variety of exhibitions on display to give insight into wartime life, such as:

  • The Big Picture Show – using surround sound and projected digital moving images, this exhibition brings to life people’s experiences of war. Creating a complete sensory experience, the seven shows each focus on a different aspect of war.
  • Mixing it: The Changing Faces of Wartime Britain – reveals the forgotten histories of service personnel and civilians who came to Britain during the Second World War. At this time, the national and ethnic diversity of the population was unprecedented. The exhibition is based on specially recorded oral histories.
  • Reactions: Artists’ responses to conflict – the reactions exhibition encourages artistic responses to the themes, architecture and collections of the museum, unveiling new and unique ways to explore the impact of conflict. Some pieces currently displayed are:
    • The Crusader by Gerry Judah, 2010 – a comment on modern day wars and the history of world conflict, covered by a network of war-damaged buildings.
    • A start shall stride from Jacob and a sceptre bearer shall rise by Chava Rosenzweig, 2013 – ceramic artwork exploring the impact of the Holocaust on second and third generation survivors.
  • Wyndham Lewis: Life, Art, War – displayed until the 1 January 2018, discover the artwork and story of Britain’s original rebel artist in the largest UK retrospective of Wyndham Lewis’ work. Compromising of more than 160 artworks, books, journals and pamphlets from major collections.

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Opening times and ticket prices

The museum is open from 10am to 5pm daily (including Bank Holidays), the museum is closed on the 24, 25 and 26 December.

Entry to the museum is free, voluntary donations are welcomed in support of the museum.

Getting there

The Imperial War Museum is easily accessible by public transport from the City Centre or by car via the Manchester Outer Ring Road (M60).

Visitors travelling by bus can use the 250 Piccadilly Gardens to Trafford Centre. This service stops on Wharfside Way, Trafford Park, a short distance from the museum. Using the X50 Piccadilly Gardens to Trafford Centre. This service also stops on Wharfside Way. 50 from East Didsbury via the City Centre and Salford Crescent to MediaCityUK, stopping on the Salford side of the Quays by The Lowry it is a short distance from the museum.

Visitors travelling by trains are advised to use the National Rail Enquiries page to plan their journey into central Manchester stations.

By car, visitors should leave the M60 at junction 9 and join Parkway (A5081) towards Trafford Park. There are alternative routes towards the museum.

For more information please see the visit us page here.

Accessibility

There is accessibility access to the museum throughout, with accessible toilets located on the ground floor and lifts to all floors within the museum. There are 16 designated parking spaces for visitors, however parking charges apply to all parking areas. Visitors are reminded that within the main exhibition area there is a gentle slope, visitors are advised to take extra care in this area.

For more accessibility information please visit the accessibility page here.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme, which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this, or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up-to-date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up-to-date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

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Quingo Scooters Accessible Attractions: Madame Tussauds London

Here at Quingo Scooters, we aim to bring you the best attractions the UK has to offer. This week, as part of our Accessible Attractions series, we’re travelling to one of the world’s most popular attractions, within England’s bustling capital.

Madame Tussauds London, is home to hundreds of life-size wax replicas of famous people and historic icons. It has over 300 wax figures on display, from Audrey Hepburn to Usain Bolt!

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Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds was founded by Marie Tussaud; she learnt wax modelling from a physician, Philippe Curtius. Following his death in 1794 she inherited the doctor’s collection of wax models, she spent the next 33 years travelling around Europe displaying the waxworks. She married Francois Tussaud in 1795, and her show acquired the name Madame Tussauds.

The museum is part of a global chain visited by millions of people and it holds a vast collection of impressive waxworks, such as:

  • New for 2017 – the Kong Skull Island Experience. Visitors will come face to face with an eighteen foot animatronic Kong head, journeying through the jungle with Captain James Conrad. Investigate the creatures lurking beneath the trees before meeting the legendary ape.
  • Music Area – you’re invited backstage at one of the best music events of the year, meet with the world’s most famous musicians and pop icons, including Madonna, Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus.
  • Royals and Culture – practice your curtsey, as you’ll be meeting with the whole royal family. Including Prince Harry, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as well as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
  • Sport Area – meet with some of the world’s greatest athletes, including Usain Bolt, Jessica Ennis-Hill and Mo Farah.
  • Film Area – step into the limelight surrounded by the greatest film icons in the world. Meet with ET, Katniss Everdeen and Audrey Hepburn.
  • Party Area – make your way down the red carpet with your favourite A list celebrities. Including Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, Victoria and David Beckham, Kate Winslet and Colin Firth.

Ticket prices

Single entry tickets for Madame Tussauds are £35 for adults (16+) and £30 for children (4-15). Visitors booking online will receive a saving on their ticket prices, online prices are £29 for adults and £24 for children. Standard tickets include entry to Star Wars and Marvel Super Heroes experiences. Priority tickets are £50 as an online exclusive, they include faster entrance into the attraction, as well as including the Star Wars and Marvel Super Heroes experiences. The VIP Stage Door Entry tickets are £70 as an online exclusive. They include fast track entrance to the attraction, as well as queue-jump for the Spirit of London ride. Entry into Star Wars and the Sherlock Holmes experiences, with included VIP seating in our Marvel Super Heroes 4D cinema and free popcorn!

For more information on ticket prices, please visit the ticket page here.

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Opening times

Opening times vary throughout the year, please see the Madame Tussauds opening times here before planning your visit. Madame Tussauds is closed on the 25 December.

  • During super peak seasons opening times are 8.30am – 6pm.
  • Standard opening times; weekdays 9am – 4pm and weekends 9am – 5pm.
  • Summer off peak; weekdays 9am – 5pm and weekends 8.30am – 6pm.
  • Pre-peak; weekdays 9am – 4pm and weekends 8.30am – 6pm.

Getting there

By London Underground, Madame Tussauds is two minutes from Baker Street station. Baker Street station is on the Bakerloo, Circle, Jubilee, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City lines.

By train, the nearest mainline station to Madame Tussauds is Marylebone which is within 10 minutes from the attraction. Alternatively, Euston, St. Pancras, Paddington, Victoria, Waterloo and Charing Cross mainline stations are all within five stops using the underground.

By bus, the following travel to Madame Tussauds: 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 82, 113, 139, 189, 205, 274 and 453.

For visitors travelling by car, Marylebone Road is an extension of the A40 and joins up with Euston Road, passing by Kings Cross. Madame Tussauds is situated outside of the congestion charge zone, however there is no parking available on site. The nearest car park is on Chiltern Street, located off Marylebone Road and 5 minutes from Madame Tussauds.

For more information, please visit the Transport for London website here.

Accessibility

Madame Tussauds is set over a number of levels, there is a lift to access all levels of the attraction for scooter users. It is advised to contact the venue prior to visiting for information regarding slots in which to visit. Mobility scooters are permitted within the attraction; however, it is advised to speak to a member of staff upon arrival to discuss areas of increased difficulty for scooter users.

For more information regarding accessibility, please visit the accessibility page here.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme, which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this, or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up-to-date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up-to-date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

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Quingo Scooters Accessible Attractions: National Railway Museum York

Quingo Scooters is travelling north this week for our Accessible Attractions series; to an attraction sure to bring back the nostalgia of the days before modern cars and motorbikes. A great day out for the whole family or even with a group of friends!

We’re taking you to the National Railway Museum in York, on display are thousands of amazing objects and over 300 years of fascinating history. The museum includes some railway legends you truly wouldn’t want to miss out on.

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Railway legends

The museum has many great locomotive legends on display within the great hall, here are just some of the highlights:

  • Mallard – designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, the Mallard broke the world speed record for steam locomotives in 1938. It is yet to be beaten! Built in 1939, she carried passenger trains on the east coast mainline until 1963.
  • Replica Rocket – it’s rare that someone hasn’t heard of Stephenson’s Rocket. Engineered by George Stephenson and his son Robert, they were amongst the very first locomotive engineers.
  • Shinkansen – Japan’s high-speed railway revolution resulted in the bullet train – the forerunner of high-speed trains. The train would reach speeds of just over 130mph. The ‘Series 0’ Shin-kansen was built in 1974 and when Shin-kansen opened in 1964 it was a radical re-imaging of the passenger railway.
  • Duchess of Hamilton – the streamlined Duchess is an incredible piece of 1938 built Art Deco opulence. It was seen as a modern machine for a modern age.
  • Class 31 – designed to replace steam as part of the British Railways Modernisation Plan of 1955. The locomotive’s diesel engine was developed from the engines used in ships.
  • SECR ‘D’ class No.737 – the elaborate livery on this locomotive was created to help give the newly formed South Eastern and Chatham Railway a positive image.
  • Eurostar – the power car is at the centre of a new exhibition that acknowledges the historic role the train has served in connecting the UK with mainland Europe. As a marvel of modern engineering the average speed operates at 186mph, and is part of the series as the train that holds the current UK rail speed record of over 208mph.
  • Evening Star – was the last steam locomotive to be built for British railways. It was one of a total of 999 ‘standard’ locomotives designed for a wide variety of uses, from tank engines for local passenger trains to large freight engines.

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What else is on?

In addition to the impressive collection of locomotives, visitors can listen to over 1,000 hours of recollections from 20th century railway workers. Hear stories from divers, preservationists, signal operators and more. Read the tales of anticipation, mischief and adventure as part of the museum’s Trainspotting season.

In Search Engine – the museum’s library and archive centre – visitors can find answers to their railway questions, discover more about the collection or relax with a railway magazine. Located in the archive are many artefacts such as:

  • Drawings and papers from railway works and companies
  • Records of individuals and families
  • Technical tests and records
  • Timetables
  • Magazines
  • Accident reports
  • And many more!

Opening times and entry

The National Railway Museum is open from 10am to 6pm daily (March – September) and 10am to 5pm (October – February), except on 24, 25 and 26 December. The museum has free entry, which gives visitors all the more reason to go! For more information go to the ‘Visit’ section of the website.

Accessibility

There is level access to the entrance of the museum from the main entrance. Other entrances don’t have level access so the main one is the best route in. There is no level access to the locomotives within the museum, but the Great Hall has level flooring suitable for scooter users. There are a variety of level changes throughout the museum, some exhibits are accessible by ramps. There are accessible toilets within the venue, the accessible toilets are located within the foyer entrance and the Great Hall. For more information visit the ‘Accessibility’ section of the website.

Getting to the museum

For visitors travelling to the museum by rail, the nearest train station is York. It is a few minutes away from the museum.

Visitors travelling by bus can use the Rawcliffe Park and Ride, which picks up and drops off just outside of the museum.

By car, visitors should aim their journey towards York. Once in the city, the museum is clearly signposted from all approaches. The car park for the museum is located on Leeman Road (£9 a day). Accessible parking is free and available outside the City Entrance. For more information on travelling to the museum, visit the ‘How to get here’ section of the website.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme, which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this, or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up-to-date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up-to-date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.