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How you may get a 12 months’s entry to Alton Towers, Legoland, Thorpe Park and extra for simply £79 this Black Friday

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Thrillseekers will be pleased to know they can get a year of unlimited access to the UK’s biggest theme parks for just £79. 

Merlin Entertainments’ Black Friday sale is set to reduce the cost of annual passes.

Rollercoaster fans and those wanting to try out exciting rides across the country can enjoy days out at some of the major theme parks for bargain prices.

The Essential Pass, which usually comes to £139, will be lowered to just £79.

This means theme park enthusiasts can visit their favourite resorts for as little as £1.52 a week.

It promises 335 days of entry but pass holders must be aware some restrictions apply.  

Other options include the Gold Pass – typically priced at £239 – for £199 and promises 361 days of entry as well as free parking and 10 per cent off Fastrack tickets.

The Gold Membership is another membership which comes to £19.99 a month but will be reduced to £16.99.

Thrill seekers will be pleased to know they can get a year of unlimited access to the UK's biggest theme parks for just £79

Thrill seekers will be pleased to know they can get a year of unlimited access to the UK’s biggest theme parks for just £79

This is the company’s ‘best value pass’ for those who have ‘an insatiable appetite for adventure’, according to the Merlin website. 

Merlin operates over 120 attractions, 18 hotels and 6 holiday villages in 25 different countries.

In the UK alone, it cover major theme parks including Alton Towers Resort, Thorpe Park, Legoland and more. 

The sale launches on November 18 and will end on December 21. 

Jordan Middleton, head of Merlin Annual Pass, commented: ‘Just in time for the festive season, our Black Friday Magic Sale has great savings of up to £60.

‘With offers starting at just £79 – which is equal to just £1.52 per week – Merlin Annual Pass is the gift for those who you have no idea what to buy! 

‘Whether you’re looking for a gift for a loved one or planning epic 2026 days out, a Merlin Annual Pass unlocks a host of amazing yet affordable days out for the whole family!’

Merlin Entertainments' Black Friday sale is set to reduce the cost of annual passes

Merlin Entertainments’ Black Friday sale is set to reduce the cost of annual passes

She explained the many ‘exclusive benefits’ the passes have, with extra savings and freebies.

Jordan continued: ‘Families who choose Gold Merlin Annual Pass also have access to exclusive benefits, unlocking further savings with every visit, including free parking, up to 20 per cent discount on food, drinks and retail, up to 20 per cent off short breaks at fun-filled themed resort hotels with Merlin Holiday Club, as well as discounted entry for family and friends and less restricted access to the attractions. 

‘Platinum Passholders will also receive free Fastrack Resort Theme Parks and free tickets for family and friends, with no restricted days throughout the year.’