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Leah Washington ready for 'dream wedding' eight years on from Alton Towers Smiler crash

The now-25 year old was just 17 when she and boyfriend Joe Pugh sustained horrific injuries when the Alton Towers rollercoaster smashed into another carriage but now happier times are here

Daily Mirror

Perth High School pupils delighted with school trip funding boost from drilling firm Merlin

Observing particles flying at unimaginable speeds will be all in a day's work for a group of lucky Perth High School physics students who are excited to have the funding in place for a trip to CERN in Switzerland

Daily Record

Huge new Legoland theme park gets scrapped but three more are planned for 2025

A new version of the colourfully themed resort Legoland was due to be constructed just across the Channel in Belgium, near Charleroi Airport, but it has now been ditched

Daily Mirror

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Scientists are using machine learning to forecast bird migration and identify birds in flight by their calls

With chatbots like ChatGPT making a splash, machine learning is playing an increasingly prominent role in our lives. For many of us, it’s been a mixed bag. We rejoice when our Spotify For You playlist finds us a new jam, but groan as we scroll through a slew of targeted…

The Conversation

Texas is getting the nation’s second Peppa Pig Theme Park

DALLAS — Months after the reveal that Universal Parks & Resorts would open a kids-focused theme park in Frisco, another company has announced a family theme park in North Texas, this one featuring a familiar cartoon pig.

Tribune News Service

Win four Merlin Gold Annual passes and treat your family to the time of their lives!

We've once again teamed up with theme park giant Merlin to get you access all year round to some of the UK's biggest attractions

Wales Online

Merlin launches huge sale on memberships and annual passes

The passes give access to attractions across the UK

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Huge new £2.3million Gruffalo attraction to open in the UK later this year

The Gruffalo books, created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is set to be turned into a theme park on Blackpool seafront by Merlin Entertainment, which runs Legoland and Madame Tussauds

Daily Mirror

The Gruffalo and friends make new home at £2.3m seafront attraction

The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse opens in May

Wales Online

At 25, Backyard Bird Count shows power of 'citizen science'

For a quarter of a century, the Great Backyard Bird Count has been growing globally and is providing scientists with data on bird populations

The Independent UK

Legoland owner Merlin starts operation of Cadbury World

The company is now responsible for the day-to-day running of the attraction, its employees and all operational decisions

Birmingham Post

London Eye could become permanent under plans proposed by owner Merlin Entertainments

The attraction's Dorset-based owner is currently in discussions with Lambeth Council over the proposals

Birmingham Post

London Eye bids to become fixture on capital’s landscape for generations to come

Merlin Entertainments is to apply to Lambeth council for permission to stay in place beyond the current 2028 limit of its consent

Evening Standard

Win four Merlin Annual Gold Passes for a year of attraction and theme park fun

The competition comes as Merlin launch their Black Friday sale with huge discounts on passes for the whole year

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Birmingham Post

Legoland and Alton Towers owner Merlin Entertainments appoints new chief executive

Scott O'Neil was formerly head of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment which owns Philadelphia 76ers National Basketball Association

Tribune News Service

Legoland lays off 558 workers who company says will be rehired by park’s new food vendor

Come January, Legoland California will have an outside company overseeing all its food and beverage operations, and its 558 culinary workers will have a new employer.

Wales Online

Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday deals offer up to £60 off

The cost of a pass can also be spread through the year

Daily Mirror

New Legoland to open - and £345million theme park will be its 'biggest in Europe'

The new Legoland is just across the Channel in Belgium, near Charleroi Airport, and will be the equivalent size of 98 football pitches, Merlin Entertainments Group has confirmed

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Birdwatching around Chicago: 8 unconventional tips

There’s more to Chicago-area birdwatching than Montrose Point’s Magic Hedge. Birders share some tips for birding off the beaten path.

Dublin Live

Tell us your favourite free and cheap family days out for the chance to win Sea Life Bray Aquarium tickets worth over €1,400

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Nottingham Post

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Edinburgh Live

Tell us your favourite free and cheap family days out for the chance to win Merlin Annual Passes worth over £1,000

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Bristol Post

Win a year's worth of days out when you tell us your favourite family things to do

We’ve teamed up with Merlin Entertainments for an incredible competition

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Check Out The Retro Shenstone Jacket From Merlin

Equipped with D3O armor, mesh, and Halley Stevvensons 8oz waxed cotton, the Merlin Shenstone jacket blends modern and retro elements in an attractive package.

Daily Record

Thorpe Park 'ruins' boy's birthday after banning one-armed mum from rides

Lisa Johnstone, 45, visited the popular theme park with husband Matthew and their children Ava, 13, and 11-year-old Toby, who couldn't wait to "go on all the big rides".

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