Merlin Entertainments
Merlin Entertainments is the biggest attractions operator in Europe and the sixth largest in the world.
Merlin Entertainments operates 37 attractions in ten European countries, plus a themepark in California. Its success to date has been underpinned by strong partnership arrangements with both public and private sectors, with organisations as diverse as Disney and the Worldwide Fund for Nature.
Incorporated in 2004[1]Merlin Entertainments is majority owned by private equity group Blackstone, with a 20% holding by Dubai International Capital in light of the Tussauds deal[2]
Brands
- Legoland - purchased in 2005 from the Lego group in Denmark, Lego continues to own 20% in the ongoing business. There are presently four Legoland theme parks in: Billund, Denmark; Windsor, England; California, USA and Gunzberg, Germany.
SEA LIFE - Passionate environmental teacher and campaigner
23 centres across the UK and Europe, including France - Disneyland Paris, mobile aquariums in Dresden and Nurnberg, the Loch Lomond Aquarium and a brand new centre in Hanover. Operated under the same umbrella are three Seal Sanctuaries, the National Seal Sanctuary in Cornwall, the Hunstanton SEA LIFE Sanctuary and the Scottish SEA LIFE Sanctuary at Oban. The Dungeons - Irreverent cult entertainer and informer
The world famous London Dungeon and its sister attractions in Edinburgh, York, Hamburg and Amsterdam. Earth Explorer
A unique attraction blending easy-to-grasp science with nerve-wracking rides and experiences focusing on the way the elements shape our planet, based at Ostende in Belgium. Gardaland
The biggest theme park in Italy, with 40 rides, 10 major shows, a 247-room hotel and much more…spread over more than 60 acres .
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
First of a new attraction brand offering a selection of LEGO themed features all under one roof in a medium-sized attraction. Based in the Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, where it opens at Easter 2007, it includes a dramatic Castle ride, a factory tour experience, Berlin Miniland, play area and 4D cinema.
Contact details
- Telephone: +44 (0)1202 666900
- Facsimile: +44 (0)1202 661303
- eMail: info@merlinentertainments.biz
- Registered office: Merlin Entertainments Group Ltd, 3 Market Close, Poole, BH15 1NQ
- UK Registered Company No.: 5022287