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Why We’d Pick Halloween Over Summer at a UK Theme Park

Why we’d pick Halloween over summer at a UK theme park, from darker rides and spooky atmosphere to seasonal entertainment and unforgettable autumn evenings.

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Why We’d Pick Halloween Over Summer at a UK Theme Park

Why we’d pick Halloween over summer at a UK theme park, from darker rides and spooky atmosphere to seasonal entertainment and unforgettable autumn evenings.

NEWAlton Towers and Thorpe Park to Introduce New Virtual Queue System for Ride Access Pass Guests

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Universal UK Resort Reveals Companies Appointed to Support Theme Park Development

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Merlin Entertainments Introduces AI-Powered Guest Service Across Its Attractions

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Elevated view of a bright yellow roller coaster with purple rails and a 'Barnyard Whirl' sign, set among green trees and park paths.

Pleasurewood Hills Owner Confirms Wipeout Plans and Four New Rides for 2027

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Is It Worth Visiting a Theme Park in September?

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UK Theme Parks: What Happens If It Is Too Windy?

UK Theme Parks: A Visitor Guide to Visiting in Autumn

Inside The Orchard: A Look at Paultons Park’s New Viking Playground

Gulliver’s World vs Alton Towers: Which Is Better for Younger Children?

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Why We’d Pick Halloween Over Summer at a UK Theme Park

Don’t Get Me Wrong, I Love Theme Parks – But Traditional Seaside Parks Are Extra Special

Alton Towers’ Nemesis Control Panel Sells for £35,100 — Would You Pay That Much?

Alton Towers, Please Put Final Exhibit in the Towers

Vampire Has Been at Chessington for 36 Years — But How Many More?

Alton Towers’ Nemesis Control Panel Is Now a £3,000+ Piece of Roller Coaster History

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Theme Parks Near Liverpool: The Best Parks for Thrills, Families and Fun Days Out

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Hotels Near Drayton Manor Theme Park | Best Hotels & Deals

Short Breaks

Theme Parks Near Manchester: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers

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Theme Parks in England: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Parks to Visit

Visitor Guides

Thorpe Park Water Rides: Every Splash-Filled Ride You Must Experience

Visitor Guides

Theme Parks Near London: The Ultimate Featured Guide

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How Much Is Parking at Alton Towers in 2026? Full Price Breakdown

Alton Towers

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Knowsley Safari Tickets From £16.50 – Save on Your Next Family Day Out

4 Midlands Attractions for Just £49 With the Midlands Adventure Pass

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NEWFlamingo Land Reveals Full Halloween 2026 Line-Up With Scare Mazes, Fireworks and Drone Show

Flamingo Land Halloween 2026 features Stalk in the Park, scare mazes, rides in the dark, fireworks, a new show, Trick or Treat and a drone show.

West Midlands Safari Park Launches Brand-New Drone Show

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Fantasy Island Announces Fear Island Halloween Event for 2026

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Paultons Park to Host Special Gardens Open Evening

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Frightwater Valley Presents Movie Mayhem at Lightwater Valley This Halloween

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SHORT BREAKS

NEWStep Inside Thorpe Park’s Brand-New Fright Nights® Themed Rooms

Short Breaks

Thorpe Park 2027 Short Breaks: Prices, What’s Included and How to Book

Short Breaks

Hotels Near Thorpe Park for Fright Nights 2026 – Where to Stay

Short Breaks

Experience Fright Nights with a Thorpe Park Halloween Short Break

Short Breaks

Alton Towers Summer Holiday Offer: Kids Swim Free

Offers

Hotels Near Drayton Manor Theme Park | Best Hotels & Deals

Short Breaks

Plan your perfect theme park adventure overseas with essential travel tips, theme park insights and latest updates from UK Theme Park Spy.

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WORLD NEWS

Six Flags Magic Mountain to Open World’s First Thrill Glider Roller Coaster in 2027

Europa-Park Named the Best Theme Park Worldwide for the Eleventh Time

Six Flags Acquires ArieForce One and Confirms Roller Coaster Will Return in 2028 or 2029

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to Get Three Harry Potter Lands

Dolly Parton’s Legacy at Dollywood: The Story Behind Her Theme Park

Movie Park Germany Summons the Legends of Darkness for the Halloween Horror Festival 2026

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Passholders can enjoy events including Scarefest at Alton Towers and Christmas at Warwick Castle, before continuing to use their pass throughout 2027..

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