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CARERS and their families will be treated to a free day out at Merlin Entertainments Blackpool attractions, as part of National Carers Week.

Taking place from 5^th to 11^th June, the week-long event shines a spotlight on the millions of carers across the UK, raising awareness of the challenges they face every day and the support they need.

Helen Flanagan opens the new Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse on Blackpool Promenade

Merlin Entertainments will be offering 500 tickets to local carers and their families. Attractions involved in the initiative are: The Blackpool Tower, Madame Tussauds Blackpool, SEA LIFE and the newly launched The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse.

From braving the glass viewing platform at the top of the famous Blackpool Tower, to grabbing a selfie with the stars at Madame Tussauds, to meeting the much-loved Gruffalo, carers and their loved ones can look forward to a day to remember.

The tickets will be valid to use at one attraction throughout the week.

Escapologist Karl Bartoni married Wendy Stokes mid-air at the of the Blackpool Tower in 1985, two years after he had performed three daring escapes suspended from the Tower. With a vicar, choir and church organ on the top of the Blackpool Tower, the couple were lowered from its top in an open cage decorated with flowers, and married standing on a plank in mid-air 450 feet above a crowd of 20,000 people.

Every year, thousands of individuals and organisations come together to provide support for carers, run activities and highlight the vital role carers play in our communities.

Kate Shane, Regional Director of Merlin Entertainments Blackpool said: “National Carers Week is an incredibly important event where we take a step back and recognise the amazing work they do every single day.

There are more than 2,000 marine animals to marvel at and visitors can talk a walk through the underwater tunnel and see sharks swim above. Youngsters can enjoy meeting creatures at the Rock Pool.

“The ticket giveaway is our way of showing our appreciation to local carers, offering them a chance to come and experience a day out at our attractions and hopefully make some great memories with their loved ones.

“We hope that this initiative will bring joy and respite to those who dedicate their lives to care for others.”

For further information about free tickets and how to book, contact [email protected]

500 free tickets to Blackpool Tower, Madame Tussauds Blackpool, SEA LIFE on offer this National Carers Week