London attractions: London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Sea Life Centre and The London Dungeon reopening date confirmed

In a big sign that London life is starting to return to a level of normality it has been announced popular attractions such as the London Eye, Madame Tussauds and The London Dungeon are all reopening very soon.

They will open again on Saturday, August 1, along with the Sea Life Aquarium and Shrek's Adventure, with extra hygiene and safety measures in place.

The new measures will include all visitors needing to pre-book tickets online, reduced capacities at all attractions, face coverings needing to be worn at some attractions and cashless payments.

All staff have undergone new training ahead of the reopenings.

Sunny Jouhal, from Merlin Entertainments which runs the attractions, said: “The health and safety of our guests and team is always our number one priority.

"We have been working hard behind the scenes to reopen with the memorable and exciting experiences we are known for, delivered in the safest possible way.

"In line with recent Government guidelines, our teams have implemented numerous measures to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone visiting our attractions in the capital. These include reduced capacities, clear social distancing measures, pre-booking tickets online, cashless payments and enhanced cleaning procedures.

"We fully recognise, along with many other businesses, that after months of closure the London tourism sector has a long road to recovery ahead of it. As we start to welcome guests back through the doors, and get back to what we do best, we ask the Government to continue supporting our industry and working with us to get the capital back on its feet.”

Each of the London attractions has been awarded the VisitEngland ‘We’re Good to Go’ industry charter mark.

Full list of new measures being put in place

All guests will need to pre-book their tickets and a time slot online before visiting

Reduced capacity to allow for social distancing

Social distancing markers and signage at each attraction

Temperature checks for all guests and team members before entry

Enhanced cleaning procedures, hygiene stations and hand sanitiser at key locations throughout the attractions

Guests over the age of 11 visiting the London Eye, The London Dungeon and Shrek’s Adventure will need to bring and wear their own suitable face mask/covering due to the nature of these attractions. Those who arrive without one will have to buy one at the attraction.

Guests over the age of 11 visiting Madame Tussauds and the Sea Life Centre will be encouraged to bring and wear their own suitable face mask/covering

All attractions will be cashless

New hygiene screens have been installed at service counters to safely separate guests and team members

All team members will wear face masks/coverings or appropriate PPE

Live shows and meet and greet experiences within the attractions will have limited numbers or will continue to be closed

Since June 15, non-essential shops have been able to reopen and now leisure attractions are starting to open as well.