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Article: Publicy-funded attractions seek private sector assistance.(Tourism & attractions news)

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June 1, 2004
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Merlin Entertainments Group, the operator of the Sea Life aquarium chain, is planning to develop a tourist attraction at Loch Lomond, after winning the contract to manage an ailing visitor centre at the Scottish National Park.

Merlin Attractions Management, a division of the group, has been appointed by Scottish Enterprise Dunbartonshire to help turn around the fortunes of Drumkinnon Tower, the viewpoint attraction at the southern gateway of Loch Lomond Shores, the successful retail development built as part of a major regeneration project in the area.

While the initial contract is for two years, Merlin is working with SED with a view to redeveloping the ...

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