CHILDREN can enjoy a fun-filled day at Darwen Market on Saturday (July 8).

The ‘Pirates and Mermaids’ event will be a chance for kids to see a real-life mermaid, meet Captain Jack and win prizes.

There will also be face painting, water zorbing and a bouncy castle to keep all ages of children entertained.

The free event takes place at the market in Croft Street between 10pm and 4pm.

For more information on the event, people can visit http://www.darwenmarket.com/events/pirates-mermaids/