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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TO CLOSE RIP RIDE ROCKIT FOR NEW ATTRACTION
After years and rumours, the iconic Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster at Universal Studios Florida will close forever later this summer. Here’s an overview of what you need to know.


POSTMAN PAT RETIRES, MAKING WAY FOR NEW ALTON TOWERS RIDE
After over eleven years, Postman Pat Parcel Post is now permanently closed at Alton Towers.


SOME TEETHING ISSUES AS EPIC UNIVERSE OFFICIALLY OPENS
After years of construction, months of previews, and plenty of hype, Epic Universe has opened its doors to the public.
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POSTMAN PAT RETIRES, MAKING WAY FOR NEW ALTON TOWERS RIDE
After over eleven years, Postman Pat Parcel Post is now permanently closed at Alton Towers.
Kirsten Sancho
Jun 3


PLEASURE BEACH NAMES 2026 RIDE + RE-INTRODUCES NON-RIDER TICKERS
Blackpool Pleasure Beach have confirmed the name AVIKTAS for their 2026 addition.
Kirsten Sancho
May 20


PAULTONS PARK REVEAL VIKING LAND AND COASTER FOR 2026
After much speculation Paultons Park shared full details at the weekend of the new £12 million investment that is due to open in 2026. As...
Kirsten Sancho
May 19


PAW PATROL HEADING TO CHESSINGTON IN 2026
After construction started earlier this year, we’ve now had confirmation of the new land coming to Chessington World of Adventures in 2026.
Kirsten Sancho
May 6


CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY AT CHESSINGTON | COULD CBEEBIES OR BLUEY BE COMING IN 2026?
Could Merlin Entertainment be planning a huge IP double-header for Chessington? We look at the clues so far and try to decipher what toddlers could be desperate to ride next year.
Kirsten Sancho
Apr 11


UNIVERSAL STUDIOS UK CONFIRMED | 5 PREDICTIONS
We’re making five early predictions about what could be coming our way in 'just' six years
Kirsten Sancho
Apr 9


UNIVERSAL CLOSE TO AGREEING UK DEAL. ANNOUNCEMENT THIS MONTH?
The usually reliable source the Financial Times are reporting a deal for a UK Universal theme park is nearly done.
Kirsten Sancho
Apr 8


ALTON TOWERS TO RE-OPEN SKYRIDE FROM 30TH APRIL
After being sorely missed since 2023, the Alton Towers Skyride will finally re-open at the end of this month.
Kirsten Sancho
Apr 4


THORPE PARK SAY HYPERIA “NOT SUITABLE FOR VEGANS” IN APRIL FOOLS GAG
For this year’s April Fools' Day PR stunt Thorpe Park have erected a sign close to their record-breaking Hyperia rollercoaster saying it...
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 31


Birdworld’s multi-million-pound redevelopment gains planning approval transforming the 26-acre park into a year-round destination
Following getting the green light to start work on a multi-million redevelopment, Birdworld has chosen to collaborate with Greenspan Project
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 29


BLACKPOOL PLEASURE BEACH ANNOUNCE GYRO SWING FOR 2026
After much speculation in recent months, it was confirmed this week by the resort that Blackpool Pleasure Beach will definitely be adding a
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 22


TOXICATOR OPENS TO STRONG REVIEWS AFTER SOME HICCUPS
Saturday 15th March saw the debut of Alton Towers latest thrill ride, Toxicator, to the public.
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 17


SPECIAL EVENTS FOR VAMPIRE'S 35th BIRTHDAY
Chessington World of Adventures will be marking the legendary Vampire ride's 35th birthday this April with a couple of special events.
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 13


ALTON TOWERS REVEAL 2025 MAP AHEAD OF NEW SEASON
Alton Towers have shared the updated resort map for the 2025 season on their official social media channels.
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 9


Oakwood Won’t Open in 2025 | Could be the End
BREAKING - Oakwood is to close, at least for 2025, but it could be permanant.
Kirsten Sancho
Mar 4


Zip World Re-Opens Iconic 178 Metre London Slide
Zip World London will operate the ArcelorMittal Orbit at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford.
The reopening of the ArcelorMittal Orbi
Kirsten Sancho
Feb 24


Toxicator Testing Video Released & Opening Confirmed
Alton Towers shared a new video of Toxicator, the new Huss Suspended Top Spin, today on social media. The video also confirmed we won’t have
Kirsten Sancho
Feb 21


MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS ANNOUNCE NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Earlier today (Monday 17th February) Merlin Entertainments shared the following announcement on social media:
Kirsten Sancho
Feb 17


WHEN DO UK THEME PARKS OPEN IN 2025?
Winter can be a tough time for theme park fans in the UK, but the good news is that re-openings for the UK’s largest parks is in sight.
Kirsten Sancho
Feb 16


GOODBYE SLAMMER AT THORPE PARK
It’s finally time to say a proper goodbye to Slammer, which is being dismantled and removed from Thorpe Park.
Kirsten Sancho
Feb 16
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