Total Voting Rights

26 September 2016

Merlin Entertainments plc

("the Company")

Voting Rights and Share Capital Update - DTR 5.6.1A

For the purpose of DTR 5.6.1A the Company notifies the market that as at the close of business on 26 September 2016:

(i) its issued share capital consisted of 1,015,809,266 ordinary shares of 1 pence each ("Ordinary Shares") with voting rights;

(ii) there are no Ordinary Shares held in treasury; and

(iii) each Ordinary Share entitles the holder to a single vote in all circumstances at general meetings of the Company.

The figure of 1,015,809,266 may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine whether they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Enquiries:

Matthew Jowett

General Counsel and Company Secretary

Merlin Entertainments plc

+ 44 (0)1202 634 955

About Merlin Entertainments plc

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 operates over 100 attractions, 13 hotels and 5 holiday villages in 23 countries and across 4 continents. The Company aims to deliver memorable experiences to its more than 60 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its circa 27,000 employees (peak season).