If you’ve been thinking about buying a Merlin Annual Pass for 2026, this brand new “Stay for the Night, Play for a Year” deal could be the best-value way to do it.
For a limited time, when you book a qualifying Merlin short break, you’ll receive an Essential Merlin Annual Pass for every person staying, giving your family access to over 20 UK attractions for a whole year. As existing Merlin Pass holders ourselves, we genuinely think this is one of the strongest Merlin Pass deals we’ve seen.
What Is the Merlin “Stay for the Night, Play for a Year” Offer?
Here’s exactly what you need to know:
Offer Booking Dates: 3rd February – 1st March 2026
Valid Stay Dates: 28th March – 1st June 2026
What You Get: An Essential Merlin Annual Pass for each guest staying
Book an eligible short break before 1st March 2026 and your stay includes a 12-month Essential Merlin Pass per person, unlocking year-round UK family days out!
What Attractions Are Included in the Merlin Annual Pass?
The Essential Merlin Pass gives access to more than 20 of the UK’s most popular attractions, including:
- Alton Towers Resort – Thrill rides, family attractions and CBeebies Land.
- LEGOLAND Windsor Resort – Perfect for primary school aged children and LEGO lovers.
- Chessington World of Adventures Resort – A brilliant mix of theme park rides, zoo and SEA LIFE, making it ideal for mixed-age families.
- SEA LIFE aquariums – Ideal for rainy day visits and quieter off-peak trips.
With attractions spread across the UK, the Merlin Annual Pass makes it much easier to plan affordable family days out throughout 2026.
Is the Merlin Annual Pass Worth It?
We talk about the Merlin Pass a lot on Adventures of a Hampshire Family because we use ours constantly.
Here’s why it works so well for us:
- We don’t feel pressured to “do everything in one day”
- We can pop in for half days
- It makes school holiday planning easier
- It spreads the cost of big attractions across the year
If you were already planning a Merlin short break, this offer essentially turns your stay into the starting point for 12 months of UK adventures.
For families living within reach of multiple Merlin attractions, the value can be significant.
Who Should Book This Deal?
This Merlin Pass deal is ideal for:
- Families planning a spring 2026 break
- Anyone considering buying a Merlin Annual Pass
- Families wanting flexible, year-round days out
- Parents looking to maximise school holiday savings
Because the booking window closes on 1st March 2026, this is one to plan sooner rather than later.
If you’re weighing up whether a Merlin Pass is right for your family, this could be the most cost-effective way to get started — with a fun short break included.
To Book Your Stay And Get A Free Merlin Pass For Each Person In Your Booking (Normally £139 each) select the link for your chosen park below!
A little tip… the cheapest break to book is Warwick Castle 😉
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