Free entry for unpaid carers at M&D's Scotland's Theme Park
More than six million people across the UK are estimated to provide unpaid care for family and friends - a role that can be both rewarding and incredibly challenging.
In recognition of their vital work, M&D's will will receive free entry with a paying guest on a range of attractions, including wristband packages, Amazonia, Devil's Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl, and Walk the Plank.
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All unpaid carers who identify themselves as such will receive free entry with a paying guest on a range of attractions, including wristband packages, Amazonia, Devil's Island Adventure Golf, Cosmic Bowl, and Walk the Plank.
Jensen Taylor Connelly, director at M&D's, said: "We have many carers visit us throughout the year on days out and where possible we always support them as the work they do is so valuable.
"Raising awareness during Carers Week seems only appropriate as it's an ongoing challenge for many families and hopefully this initiative will do just that."
More information about the park is available on the Scotland's Theme Park website.
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