What use is a rail card if it is disabled from the get go?

Do you have to prove you are disabled or within the age limit etc to use these cards?

No, it's not just for benefits. You get one if you have a hearing impairment too, you just send in a copy of your book they give you that has your hearing aid details in it, it's called a 'brown book' at my hospital. Audiology told me about this 'perk' when I first had my aids.

Yes just send NHS proof you have a disability, like a copy of an NHS disability related card/book or a copy of your specialist/GP letter confirming your disability. If in any doubt give National rail a call and check what they will allow. I've had to call for someone before, they were really helpful.

The normal website without the deal is here:
http://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/

Conditions of issue and use of the Disabled Persons Railcard here:
http://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/help/railcard-terms-conditions/

Their contact details. from 7am to 10pm everyday :
Email us at [email protected]
National rail - Call us on 0345 605 0525 (7am to 10pm Monday to Sunday)
Minicom/Textphone 0345 601 0132 (For customers with hearing impairments).

Don't for get these can not be used in conjunction with other deals.