SEA LIFE is recruiting a Pirate or Mermaid Apprentice

WHAT: SEA LIFE is recruiting a pirate or mermaid apprentice to go behind the scenes to learn all about how they care for the array of fascinating creatures that live there

WHERE: SEA LIFE sites nation wide

WHEN: Deadline for entries is 12.00 on 21^stJuly

Roll up, roll up. Calling all scurvy sailors and salty seadogs! SEA LIFE sites across the UK are on the hunt for an adventurous newcomer to join the team and enjoy a behind the scenes tour as the SEA LIFE summer apprentice.

If that wasn’t exciting enough, the trainee junior pirate or mermaid will also win a national SEA LIFE pass for them and their family.

Along the way, the new recruit will have the chance to learn more about the site’s captivating creatures and witness how they are cared for in the aquarium.

Once the behind the scenes tour is complete, the lucky buccaneer will get to encounter the legendary SEA LIFE pirates and mermaids themselves and enjoy a private meet and greet with Princess Mirlandra or Captain Timbers.

Have you got what it takes? Entering is easy!

To be in with a chance of getting the job, adventurers must be aged between 7 and 12 and have a keen interest in all things aquatic.

They must conjure up an exciting short story, 500 words maximum, detailing the adventures of the resident SEA LIFE pirate, Captain Timbers, or mermaid, Princess Mirlandra. Stories must be emailed to piratesandmermaids@sealife.comby 12.00 on 21^stJuly to be considered for entry.

The winner will be announced on social media on Monday 29^thJuly by Captain Timbers and Princess Mirlandra themselves. Shiver me timbers! What are you waiting for?

About Pirates and Mermaids

Visit Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park this summer and choose your side – Pirates or Mermaids. Running from 15th June to 4th September, this immersive trail features two themed routes and is perfect for the whole family to enjoy as a free addition to the SEA LIFE experience. Meet a ‘real life Mermaid’ on select days, so please check before attending if you wish to see them at the park.

Pre-book online at sealifeweymouth.com and save up to 40%.

All children taking part are able to select either or both trails and will be presented with a free prize as a reward for their search (subject to availability).

Book your tickets via sealifeweymouth.comand become the next explorer of the seven seas!