THERE will be swashbuckling fun and games when a 40ft long temporary sandy beach, complete with a shipwreck, palm trees, parrots and pirates drops anchor for the summer.
Landlubbers and pirates will be able to enjoy life on the high seas.
Every Saturday, there will also be a chance to meet real-life pirates and mermaids with resident performing arts groups Page2Stage and visitors to Preston Park at Eaglescliffe can take part in a free trail to find the washed-up treasure that has found its way into the museum.
A Swashbuckling Adventure will be open daily from Saturday, July 22 until Sunday, September 3, 10am until 4pm.
Entry to the event is free with museum admission. A family ticket for two adults and four children costs £5.
While Stockton High Street will be transformed into its very own beach, with everything from palm trees to beach huts, volley ball games to sand castle making. The event will be backed up by a programme of activities to ensure that visitors and local residents return time and time again.
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