NEW! Get set for the UK's newest and funniest attraction - Shrek's Adventure! London – a world first experience where visitors play their part bringing to life the hilarious world of Shrek and friends – opening 1 July 2015.

Visitors can step into the action and star in a hilarious and unforgettable all-new Shrek adventure! Your journey will take you – via a spectacular 4D bus ride - to famous Far Far Away locations including Shrek's Swampy home complete with Ogre-sized toilet, The Poison Apple Pub and The Muffin Man's House.  Along the way you'll meet some of its most famous residents brought to life through a mix of actors and animation - Princess Fiona, Gingy the Gingerbread Man, Pinocchio and Puss in Boots to name just a few.  There's never a dull moment on this journey of mayhem and calamity!

Plus, at the end of the adventure there's more fun to be had with a colourful line-up of other DreamWorks characters in themed sets from the worlds of Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train Your Dragon.

KEY INFORMATION

• Opening times: 10am-6pm
• For more information and booking visit www.shreksadventure.com
• Tickets are timed entry so book ahead to avoid disappointment.
• Prices online from £23.40 adult, £18.72 children (4-15)
• Located on County Hall on London's South Bank
• Nearest tube: Waterloo/ Westminster

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For further information please contact Amy Sadler/Claudia Parker at freerange communications on

020 7402 9966 or amys@freerange.eu

Notes to Editors:

Merlin Entertainments

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS plc is the leading name in location-based, family entertainment. Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates 109 attractions, 12 hotels/4 holiday villages in 23 countries and across 4 continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its almost 63 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and c26,000 employees (peak season). 

Among Merlin's attractions are - SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, The London Eye, Dungeons, Gardaland, LEGOLAND Discovery Centres, Alton Towers Resort, Warwick Castle, THORPE PARK Resort, Blackpool Tower, Heide Park Resort,  Sydney Tower Eye and SKYWALK.  All brands which are distinctive, challenging and innovative – and which have great potential for growth in the future. Visit www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.

DreamWorks Animation

DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series and live entertainment properties, meant for audiences around the world. The company has world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. DreamWorks Animation has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE® Magazine for five consecutive years. In 2013, DreamWorks Animation ranked #12 on the list.  All of DreamWorks Animation's feature films are produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 30 animated feature films, including the franchise properties of Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, Puss In Boots and The Croods.