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Dismaland: The artists doing cooler things than Banksy at his 'bemusement park'

More than 50 artists from around the world have been invited to take part in Banksy's latest show at Weston-super-Mare. Take a look at their contributions

Daisy Wyatt
Thursday 27 August 2015 03:42 EDT
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The Little Mermaid sculpture at Banksy's 'Dismaland'
The Little Mermaid sculpture at Banksy's 'Dismaland' (PA)

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Some familiar and not-so-familiar names have been invited to take part in Banksy's Dismaland, the artist's first UK show in six years.

From Damien Hirst's pickled unicorn to Jimmy Cauty's miniature scenes of police violence and displacement, there's a whole lot more to see at Dismaland than just Banksy's Cinderella castle.

Damien Hirst - Pickled unicorn:

Bill Barminski - Cardboard security entrance:

(Reuters)
Picture: Reuters
Picture: Reuters (Reuters)

Picture: PA

Dietrich Wegner - Mushroom cloud :

(Reuters)

And the works by Banksy...

Banksy - Seagull attacks woman:

(Reuters)

Banksy - Cinderella recreates Princess Diana's death:

Alongside the park attractions, there is also a gallery featuring new works by Banksy and a number of other artists
Alongside the park attractions, there is also a gallery featuring new works by Banksy and a number of other artists (Reuters)

Banksy - Killer whale:

(Reuters)

Banksy - Migrant boat pond:

(Reuters)

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