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By purchasing a <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group Individual or family <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> ("<strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>") you<br />

accept <strong>the</strong>se Terms and Conditions <strong>of</strong> use. Use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is in accordance with <strong>the</strong> Park<br />

Regul<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>of</strong> each individual Attraction, copies <strong>of</strong> which are displayed <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> Attractions or can be<br />

obtained online <strong>at</strong> www.merlinentertainments.biz<br />

MERLIN ANNUAL PASS TERMS AND CONDITIONS<br />

AN ANNUAL PASS WILL ONLY BE VALID WHEN USED AND/OR PRESENTED BY THE<br />

AUTHORISED HOLDER AND WHEN DISPLAYING A PHOTOGRAPH WHICH MUST<br />

BE A TRUE LIKENESS OF THE AUTHORISED HOLDER. MISUSE WILL RESULT IN THE<br />

ANNUAL PASS BEING CONFISCATED WITHOUT RETURN.<br />

1. The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group Attractions th<strong>at</strong> are part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> scheme are:Alton<br />

Towers Resort, LEGOLAND ® Windsor,THORPE PARK, Chessington World <strong>of</strong> Adventures & Zoo,<br />

Madame Tussauds (London), London Eye and Warwick Castle, SEA LIFE Centres & Sanctuaries and <strong>the</strong><br />

Dungeons (“Attractions”).<br />

2. Each <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> Holder will be issued his or her own <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> (“Authorised Holder”).<br />

3. A Family <strong>of</strong> 4 means two individuals (12 years <strong>of</strong> age and over) and two individuals (under 12 years<br />

<strong>of</strong> age), or <strong>one</strong> individual (12 years <strong>of</strong> age and over) and three individuals (under 12 years <strong>of</strong> age).A<br />

Family <strong>of</strong> 5 means two individuals (12 years <strong>of</strong> age and over) and three individuals (under 12 years <strong>of</strong><br />

age), or <strong>one</strong> individual (12 years <strong>of</strong> age and over) and four individuals (under 12 years <strong>of</strong> age). Each<br />

Family member will be issued his or her own <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>.<br />

4. <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es are for <strong>the</strong> exclusive use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder.They are non-transferable and<br />

cannot be sold, lent/loaned or given away to a third party. MISUSE WILL RESULT IN THE ANNUAL<br />

PASS BEING CONFISCATED WITHOUT RETURN.<br />

5. The <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> entitles <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder to admission to <strong>the</strong> Attractions for a period <strong>of</strong> 12<br />

months from <strong>the</strong> d<strong>at</strong>e <strong>of</strong> issue (“Validity Period”). Please check individual Attraction opening and closing<br />

d<strong>at</strong>es before visit.The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group, in its absolute discretion, reserves <strong>the</strong> right to vary<br />

<strong>the</strong> opening and closing d<strong>at</strong>es <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Attractions. Please note th<strong>at</strong> not all Attractions are open all year.<br />

The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group reserves <strong>the</strong> right to close or remove <strong>the</strong> entire or <strong>any</strong> part <strong>of</strong> <strong>any</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Attractions, including (but not limited to) special events or priv<strong>at</strong>e functions, technical, health and<br />

safety and/or oper<strong>at</strong>ional reasons.<br />

6. The management <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> relevant Attraction reserves <strong>the</strong> right to refuse admission for <strong>any</strong> reason<br />

including <strong>the</strong> Attraction reaching full capacity.<br />

7. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is not valid for <strong>any</strong> <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group concerts or <strong>the</strong>med special events<br />

held <strong>at</strong> <strong>any</strong> Attraction.An additional charge will apply for <strong>the</strong>se events.<br />

8. An additional charge applies for Chessington World <strong>of</strong> Adventures & Zoo Christmas Event opening,<br />

and <strong>any</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r events as determined by The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group from time to time.<br />

9. Limited availability for <strong>the</strong> Castle Dungeons <strong>at</strong> Warwick Castle.<br />

10. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is only valid for daytime entry to Warwick Castle.<br />

11. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is only valid for standard London Eye flights excluding Valentines Day or between<br />

26th – 31st December (inclusive).<br />

12. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is not valid for entry into Madame Tussauds London, London Eye and London<br />

Dungeons Before 3pm during <strong>the</strong> whole <strong>of</strong> August.<br />

13. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is not valid for entry to Madame Tussauds (London) and (London) Dungeons on<br />

Valentines Day or between 26th – 31st December (inclusive).<br />

14. An <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is not valid for <strong>the</strong> River Cruise <strong>at</strong> <strong>any</strong> time.<br />

15. The Authorised Holder must show <strong>the</strong>ir <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> admissions <strong>of</strong>fice <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> relevant<br />

Attraction.<br />

16. Visitors under 12 years <strong>of</strong> age to The Alton Towers Resort,THORPE PARK, Chessington World <strong>of</strong><br />

Adventures & Zoo and Madame Tussauds (London) must be accompanied by an individual aged 18 years<br />

or over.Visitors to Warwick Castle, London Eye, <strong>the</strong> Dungeons and Madame Tussauds (London) under<br />

16 years <strong>of</strong> age must be accompanied by an individual aged 18 years or over.Visitors under 14 years<br />

must be accompanied by a person aged 16 years or over <strong>at</strong> LEGOLAND ® Windsor.<br />

17. Visitors under 1 metre in height may enter Chessington World <strong>of</strong> Adventures & Zoo and THORPE<br />

PARK free <strong>of</strong> charge. Visitors under 3 years <strong>of</strong> age may enter LEGOLAND ® Windsor and SEA LIFE<br />

Centres and Sanctuaries free <strong>of</strong> charge.Visitors under 4 years <strong>of</strong> age may enter Alton Towers Resort<br />

and Warwick Castle free <strong>of</strong> charge. Visitors under 5 years <strong>of</strong> age may enter Madame Tussauds (London)<br />

and London Eye free <strong>of</strong> charge.<br />

18. Photocopies <strong>of</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es will not be accepted.<br />

19. All <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es remain <strong>the</strong> property <strong>of</strong> The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group and can be withdrawn<br />

<strong>at</strong> <strong>any</strong> time.Access may be denied to <strong>any</strong> or all Attractions in <strong>the</strong> event <strong>of</strong> fraud or misuse, and <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> can be withdrawn from <strong>any</strong> person whose conduct is deemed to be inappropri<strong>at</strong>e <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

absolute discretion <strong>of</strong> The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group. Inappropri<strong>at</strong>e conduct includes, but is not<br />

limited to, allowing or assisting a third party to <strong>at</strong>tempt to gain unauthorised or improper access to <strong>any</strong><br />

Attraction with an <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> <strong>of</strong> which <strong>the</strong>y are not <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder.<br />

20. Failure to present a valid <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> will result in a charge <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> “on <strong>the</strong> day” admission r<strong>at</strong>e<br />

applicable to <strong>the</strong> relevant Attraction, which will be non-refundable. Re-entry to <strong>the</strong> same Attraction on<br />

<strong>the</strong> same day without an <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> requires a hand stamp.<br />

21. <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es cannot be used in conjunction with <strong>any</strong> promotional <strong>of</strong>fer, voucher or advance<br />

booking or with <strong>any</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>of</strong>fer, discount or retail/restaurant incentive.<br />

22. Refunds in respect <strong>of</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es are not available in <strong>any</strong> circumstances; this does not affect <strong>your</strong><br />

st<strong>at</strong>utory rights as a consumer.<br />

23. For <strong>the</strong> avoidance <strong>of</strong> doubt, <strong>the</strong> full value or <strong>any</strong> part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> value <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> will not be<br />

refunded if <strong>any</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Attractions are no longer available or if <strong>any</strong> or part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Attractions are<br />

removed or closed during <strong>the</strong> year.<br />

24. Lost <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>es should be reported to The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group immedi<strong>at</strong>ely.<br />

25. In <strong>the</strong> event <strong>of</strong> a lost <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group will re-issue a replacement<br />

card to <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder. Up to three replacement cards can be issued during <strong>the</strong> Validity Period.<br />

New cards will only be issued to <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> original issuing Attraction.An<br />

administr<strong>at</strong>ion fee <strong>of</strong> £10 will be charged for re-issue <strong>of</strong> each lost card.<br />

26. Height, weight, size and age restrictions and medical warnings apply to certain rides and <strong>at</strong>tractions.<br />

Some rides <strong>at</strong> LEGOLAND ® Windsor will require visitors who only just meet <strong>the</strong> minimum height<br />

requirements to be accompanied by a person aged 16 years or over.<br />

27. Once an <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> reaches its expiry d<strong>at</strong>e, <strong>the</strong> Authorised Holder <strong>the</strong>n has an eight week period<br />

to renew his or her <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> in order to qualify for <strong>the</strong> reduced renewal r<strong>at</strong>e.<br />

28. The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group is entitled, in its absolute discretion, to change <strong>the</strong> price payable<br />

for its <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>any</strong> time and for <strong>any</strong> reason.<br />

29. On <strong>the</strong> present<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>of</strong> an <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong>,Authorised Holders may receive discounts and/or benefits<br />

from third parties. Such third parties are subject to change.The <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments Group is entitled<br />

to remove and/or withdraw <strong>any</strong> or all third party discounts and/or benefits in its absolute discretion <strong>at</strong><br />

<strong>any</strong> time and for <strong>any</strong> reason.<br />

For more details please visit www.merlinannual<strong>pass</strong>.co.uk<br />

Buy <strong>your</strong> <strong>Merlin</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> today and receive:<br />

✶ 12 months’ UNLIMITED entry to<br />

<strong>the</strong> <strong>UK</strong>’s top <strong>at</strong>tractions<br />

✶ Today’s entry fee refunded!*<br />

✶ Up to 20% <strong>of</strong>f e<strong>at</strong>ing and shopping*<br />

✶ Exclusive discounts with o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

leading brands<br />

✶ Discounted stays <strong>at</strong> <strong>the</strong> Alton Towers Resort,<br />

Holiday Inn London, Chessington and<br />

LEGOLAND ® Holidays (Subject to availability).<br />

All this for just £150 per person,<br />

£400 for a family <strong>of</strong> four or<br />

£480 for a family <strong>of</strong> five.*<br />

The <strong>Merlin</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> is FANTASTIC VALUE<br />

– visit just 3-4 times and <strong>your</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> will pay for itself **<br />

And <strong>the</strong>re’s more…<br />

...and receive <strong>the</strong> following:<br />

✶ ExCLUSIVE <strong>Merlin</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

✶ Special Events<br />

✶ Competitions<br />

✶ Up-to-<strong>the</strong>-minute News Bulletins!<br />

* Terms and conditions apply.<br />

** Based on a family <strong>of</strong> 4 purchasing individual tickets <strong>at</strong> LEGOLAND ® Windsor.<br />

Prices correct <strong>at</strong> time <strong>of</strong> print.<br />

✶ <strong>Purchase</strong> <strong>your</strong> <strong>pass</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>any</strong> <strong>one</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Merlin</strong><br />

<strong>at</strong>tractions shown overleaf. Buy today and<br />

get <strong>your</strong> entrance fee refunded! *<br />

✶ Call 08444 77 44 44 to purchase <strong>your</strong> <strong>pass</strong><br />

✶ Applic<strong>at</strong>ion Form – simply complete <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>at</strong>tached form and send it to <strong>the</strong> address st<strong>at</strong>ed<br />

✶ Buy online <strong>at</strong> merlinannual<strong>pass</strong>.co.uk.<br />

Want ano<strong>the</strong>r year <strong>of</strong> UNLIMITED<br />

entry to our <strong>at</strong>tractions?<br />

Why not renew <strong>your</strong> <strong>pass</strong> within eight weeks<br />

<strong>of</strong> its expiry and save up to £100!<br />

To renew now call 08444 77 44 44.<br />

* Terms and conditions apply.<br />

Prices correct <strong>at</strong> time <strong>of</strong> print.<br />

LEGO, <strong>the</strong> LEGO logo and LEGOLAND are trademarks <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> LEGO Group. ©2009The LEGO Group *Terms and conditions apply<br />

*


Explore <strong>the</strong> hidden capsule <strong>of</strong><br />

underw<strong>at</strong>er fun Sharkbait Reef<br />

loc<strong>at</strong>ed in <strong>the</strong> pir<strong>at</strong>e-<strong>the</strong>med<br />

Mutiny Bay and come face to<br />

face with cre<strong>at</strong>ures from <strong>the</strong><br />

deepest depths <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> World’s<br />

seas and oceans.<br />

PLUS...Cloud Cuckoo Land -<br />

a new land full <strong>of</strong> fantabulous fun.<br />

Explore Chessington – it’s a whole<br />

world <strong>of</strong> adventures! Soar on <strong>the</strong><br />

Vampire rollercoaster through <strong>the</strong><br />

depths <strong>of</strong>Transylvania or discover<br />

<strong>the</strong> mystery <strong>of</strong>Tomb Blaster in<br />

Forbidden Kingdom.Take a walk on <strong>the</strong><br />

wild side with tigers, lions and gorillas in <strong>the</strong><br />

Trail <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Kings and come face to face with<br />

sharks in <strong>the</strong> SEA LIFE Centre... all in <strong>one</strong> place!<br />

Have a star-studded day out<br />

<strong>at</strong> Madame Tussauds London.<br />

Start <strong>your</strong> journey on <strong>the</strong> red<br />

carpet and pose for <strong>the</strong><br />

paparazzi, join <strong>the</strong> world’s<br />

most famous stars in <strong>your</strong> own A-list party. Move on<br />

to our fast paced, interactive Sport Z<strong>one</strong> where<br />

winning is everything or take to <strong>the</strong> stage<br />

with <strong>your</strong> favourite divas and rock legends.<br />

The Dungeons invite<br />

you to delve into <strong>the</strong><br />

blood-curdling parts <strong>of</strong><br />

history th<strong>at</strong> <strong>your</strong> teachers<br />

didn't want to share with<br />

you. Live actors, rides,<br />

shows and special effects transport you<br />

back to those black, bleak times.Are you<br />

brave enough?<br />

At 135 metres, <strong>the</strong> London Eye is<br />

<strong>the</strong> world’s tallest cantilevered<br />

observ<strong>at</strong>ion wheel, with 40<br />

kilometre panoramic views on<br />

a clear day.The flight takes<br />

approxim<strong>at</strong>ely 30 minutes with<br />

spectacular views <strong>of</strong> London and its famous<br />

landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace,<br />

St Paul’s C<strong>at</strong>hedral andTrafalgar Square.<br />

*Terms and Conditions apply.<br />

*<br />

ExplorersWanted!There’s<br />

ano<strong>the</strong>r new land <strong>at</strong><br />

LEGOLANDWindsor for<br />

2009, and ano<strong>the</strong>r adventure to be had as we invite<br />

you to explore <strong>the</strong> Kingdom <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pharaohs.Take<br />

aim in our brand new dark ride, Laser Raiders,<br />

b<strong>at</strong>tle <strong>your</strong> way through an ancient tomb in<br />

search <strong>of</strong> hidden treasure, using laser guns<br />

to foil booby traps in <strong>the</strong> dark!<br />

In 2009,THORPE PARK<br />

unleashes terror, SAW –<br />

The Ride. Face Your Fears<br />

on <strong>the</strong> most terrifying ride<br />

in <strong>the</strong> world with a ‘beyond vertical’ drop <strong>of</strong> 100º<br />

from a terrifying height <strong>of</strong> 100ft! SAW – The Ride<br />

will add an edge to an already adrenaline<br />

packed breadth <strong>of</strong> thrills on <strong>of</strong>fer including<br />

Stealth, Colossus and Nemesis Inferno.<br />

Imagine a totally electrifying, full<br />

day out <strong>at</strong> Britain’s ultim<strong>at</strong>e castle,<br />

where you can immerse <strong>your</strong>self<br />

in a thousand years <strong>of</strong> jaw-dropping<br />

history – come rain or shine. Experience <strong>the</strong> he<strong>at</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

b<strong>at</strong>tle <strong>at</strong> such close quarters you’ll almost smell <strong>the</strong> fear,<br />

winners become true heroes and losers are<br />

confined to dark dungeons to be forgotten for<br />

eternity. It could only beWarwick Castle.<br />

SEA LIFE Centres are <strong>the</strong><br />

world’s leading marine life<br />

<strong>at</strong>tractions, <strong>of</strong>fering close<br />

encounters with astonishing<br />

cre<strong>at</strong>ures <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> deep and raising awareness <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> need<br />

to protect our seas and <strong>the</strong>ir inhabitants for future<br />

gener<strong>at</strong>ions.The 12 <strong>UK</strong> SEA LIFEs now include<br />

<strong>the</strong> newly transformed SEA LIFE London<br />

Aquarium – jewel in <strong>the</strong> SEA LIFE crown.<br />

Rescue and rehabilit<strong>at</strong>ion are <strong>the</strong><br />

priorities <strong>at</strong> our <strong>UK</strong> SEA LIFE<br />

Sanctuaries.The Sanctuaries<br />

provide a vital lifeline for scores<br />

<strong>of</strong> aband<strong>one</strong>d, stray or injured seal<br />

pups every year. Dedic<strong>at</strong>ed animal care teams<br />

provide expert intensive care to ready <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

p<strong>at</strong>ients for life back in <strong>the</strong> wild. All three<br />

Sanctuaries boast a host <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>at</strong>tractions.<br />

Please complete this form and return to <strong>the</strong> Alton Towers Resort,<br />

<strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Pass</strong> Office,Alton, Staffordshire ST10 4DB<br />

Title Surname First name<br />

Address<br />

Teleph<strong>one</strong><br />

Email<br />

Postcode<br />

D.O.B.<br />

We would like to keep you informed about <strong>Merlin</strong> Entertainments <strong>at</strong>tractions,<br />

such as <strong>the</strong> Alton Towers Resort, LEGOLAND ® Windsor,THORPE PARK,<br />

Chessington World <strong>of</strong> Adventures & Zoo,Warwick Castle, <strong>the</strong> London Eye,<br />

Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE Centres/Sanctuaries and <strong>the</strong> Dungeons.<br />

Put a cross here if you do not want <strong>of</strong>fers and inform<strong>at</strong>ion from <strong>Merlin</strong><br />

Entertainments Group.<br />

OTHER APPLICANTS<br />

Title Surname First name D.O.B.<br />

If you are sending this applic<strong>at</strong>ion by post please include a <strong>pass</strong>port photo <strong>of</strong><br />

each individual applicant, as every<strong>one</strong> will get <strong>the</strong>ir own <strong>pass</strong>. Please write <strong>the</strong><br />

names <strong>of</strong> each applicant on <strong>the</strong> back <strong>of</strong> each photo. Also, please make<br />

cheques payable to Alton Towers Resort and print <strong>your</strong> cheque guarantee<br />

number and expiry d<strong>at</strong>e on <strong>the</strong> back; or if you choose to pay by credit card,<br />

please fill in <strong>the</strong> details below.<br />

Please tick box for <strong>the</strong> type <strong>of</strong> <strong>pass</strong> you wish to purchase:<br />

Individual Family <strong>of</strong> 4* Family <strong>of</strong> 5*<br />

CARD PAYMENT<br />

Name <strong>of</strong> Card Holder<br />

Address<br />

Postcode<br />

Card No.<br />

Start d<strong>at</strong>e Expiry d<strong>at</strong>e Issue No.<br />

(Switch & Delta only)<br />

I have read, understood and accepted all <strong>the</strong><br />

terms and conditions <strong>of</strong> use as st<strong>at</strong>ed overleaf.<br />

Signed D<strong>at</strong>e<br />

* Family <strong>of</strong> 4 <strong>pass</strong> based on 2 adults (12 years <strong>of</strong> age or over) plus 2 children (under 12 years<br />

<strong>of</strong> age) OR 1 adult and 3 children respectively. Family <strong>of</strong> 5 <strong>pass</strong> based on 2 adults (12 years <strong>of</strong><br />

age or over) plus 3 children (under 12 years <strong>of</strong> age) OR 1 adult and 4 children respectively.<br />

NB - We would advise this applic<strong>at</strong>ion is sent via recorded or special delivery. <strong>Merlin</strong><br />

Entertainments Group cannot take responsiblity for loss <strong>of</strong> this form. Prices correct <strong>at</strong><br />

time <strong>of</strong> going to print. Prices are subject to change.

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