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JAM Card™ Friendly Things to Do in Ireland This Summer

The Department of Children, Disability and Equality team.

Pictured from top left: Amy Dowley JAM Card Ambassador with TFI team. Top right: Belfast Zoo. Bottom right: Glendalough OPW Heritage Site. Bottom left: Titanic Belfast.


JAM Card™ Friendly Things to Do in Ireland This Summer.

Summer is the perfect time to get out and explore everything Ireland has to offer. Whether you're planning a family day out, a weekend break or a staycation closer to home, there are plenty of JAM Card™ Friendly attractions and destinations where staff have received JAM Card™ awareness training and are committed to creating a welcoming experience for everyone.

Here are some fantastic JAM Card Friendly places to add to your summer bucket list:


Emerald Park, Co. Meath

Ireland's only theme park and zoo is packed with rides, attractions and animal experiences for all ages. As a JAM Card Friendly partner, Emerald Park is committed to making visits more inclusive and accessible for everyone.


W5 Belfast

Located in Belfast's Titanic Quarter, W5 is one of Ireland's leading interactive discovery centres. With hundreds of hands-on exhibits and activities, it's a brilliant day out for curious minds of all ages.


Titanic Belfast

Step into the story of the world's most famous ship at Titanic Belfast. This award-winning visitor attraction brings Belfast's maritime history to life through interactive exhibits and immersive experiences.


 Belfast Zoo

Home to more than 100 animal species, Belfast Zoo offers a fantastic family day out with stunning views over Belfast Lough. As a JAM Card Friendly attraction, the zoo is committed to creating a welcoming experience for visitors with hidden disabilities and communication barriers.


Heritage Ireland OPW Sites

Heritage Ireland's OPW sites offer some of Ireland's most popular days out, from ancient monuments to iconic castles and gardens.

Highlights include:

Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre (Newgrange & Knowth), Co. Meath

Kilkenny Castle, Co. Kilkenny

Glendalough, Co. Wicklow

Rock of Cashel, Co. Tipperary

Malahide Castle & Gardens, Co. Dublin

Whether you're interested in history, nature or family-friendly exploring, Heritage Ireland sites offer fantastic opportunities to discover Ireland's rich heritage during the summer months.


 Irish Heritage Trust Attractions

The Irish Heritage Trust recently joined the JAM Card™ network across several visitor attractions, including:

Fota House & Gardens, Co. Cork

Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford

Strokestown Park and National Famine Museum, Co. Roscommon

These beautiful heritage sites combine history, nature and open spaces, making them ideal for a relaxing summer day out.


 Causeway Coast and Glens

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is a JAM Card™ Friendly organisation, helping to make one of Northern Ireland's most spectacular destinations even more inclusive. Visitors can enjoy popular locations including Portrush, Portstewart, Ballycastle, Benone Strand and Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre.


 Explore Belfast with Visit Belfast

Planning a city break? Visit Belfast is a JAM Card™ Friendly organisation and a great resource for discovering attractions, events, food, culture and family-friendly activities throughout the city. From world-class attractions to hidden gems, Belfast has something for everyone.


Discover More with Discover Northern Ireland

Looking for inspiration for your next adventure? Discover Northern Ireland is JAM Card™ Friendly and showcases some of the best attractions, experiences and destinations across Northern Ireland, making it easy to plan an unforgettable summer day out.


Travel with Confidence

Getting there is part of the adventure. The JAM Card™ is recognised across the Transport for Ireland network, including Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, Irish Rail, LUAS, Go-Ahead Ireland and Local Link services, helping people with hidden disabilities travel with greater confidence and independence.

For those travelling in Northern Ireland, Translink is also JAM Card™ Friendly, helping passengers travel confidently across bus and rail services throughout the region.

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Learn More About JAM Card

Want to find more JAM Card Friendly businesses, attractions and organisations near you?


The Just a Minute (JAM) Card is a simple and discreet tool provided by the NOW Group that allows people with learning difficulties, autism or other communication barriers to signal that they need a little extra time or patience. It is available as both a physical card and a mobile app, providing an easy, silent way for individuals to communicate their needs. There are currently 218,000 JAM Card users worldwide.



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