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Performer injured in fall during circus act at Blackpool Tower

A spokesperson said the audience was evacuated after the incident as a precaution but the performer is ‘recovering well’.

Circus shows at Blackpool Tower will continue as normal on Sunday
Circus shows at Blackpool Tower will continue as normal on Sunday (Peter Byrne/PA)

A performer at Blackpool Tower has suffered minor injuries in a fall during a stunt, causing the crowd to be evacuated.

The individual is “recovering well” after sustaining the injury in a “Wheel of Faith” act during a circus show on Saturday, a spokesperson for Blackpool Tower said.

All guests watching the performance were asked to exit the venue as a precautionary measure.

The performer, who is being treated for a minor wrist injury, had been executing a rehearsed move under planned conditions, the spokesperson said.

Circus performances at Blackpool Tower will open as usual on Sunday, while affected guests have been provided with complimentary tickets for a future performance.

A review of the act will now take place.