Sky News has learnt that Merlin Entertainments, which is jointly owned by the private equity giant Blackstone and the investment vehicle of the family behind the Lego dynasty, is working with bankers on a possible disposal of sites in a number of cities in Britain and overseas.
Responding to an enquiry from Sky News, a Merlin spokesperson said: "Like any well-run business, Merlin regularly reviews its estate, to ensure it reflects the company's long-term growth strategy.
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"Next month, the first standalone Peppa Pig Theme Park will open in Dallas Fort Worth followed by the first LEGOLAND Resort in China, opening in Shanghai this summer.
The possible disposals only relate to Merlin's aquariums division and do not encompass any other area of its operations, which include Legoland, Madame Tussauds and Alton Towers.
