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Thorpe Park Fright Nights 2026 – Tickets From £39pp!

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Adventure Island Has 5 Roller Coasters — But Can You Name Them All?

Discover how many roller coasters Adventure Island has and test your theme park knowledge. Can you name them all before reading the full article?

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Adventure Island Has 5 Roller Coasters — But Can You Name Them All?

Discover how many roller coasters Adventure Island has and test your theme park knowledge. Can you name them all before reading the full article?

NEWUniversal United Kingdom Resort: Government Brings Regional Leaders Together to Maximise Benefits

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NEWGreat Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Offers £10 Thursday Wristbands

Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

Thorpe Park Lates 2026: Everything You Need to Know About Extended Opening Nights

NEWWhat’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Weekend (22–23 August 2026)

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Crealy Theme Park Offers Extreme ROTOR Setting

Crealy Theme Park & Resort

Scarefest at Alton Towers

Book a Short Break and Get a 2nd Day Free at Merlin Theme Parks

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Overview of Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Legendary Noughties DJ Announced as Headline act for Pleasure Beach Resort’s Summer Event

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NEWAdventure Island Has 5 Roller Coasters — But Can You Name Them All?

10 Things Every Family Should Know Before Visiting a Theme Park This Summer

School’s Out! The Best UK Theme Parks to Visit This Summer 2026

Top 20 Summer Rides in the UK You Need to Experience in 2026

Which Ride Gets You Wettest? We Put the UK’s Biggest Water Rides Head-to-Head

The Classic Log Flumes You Can Still Ride in the UK This Summer

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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

Would You Buy a Piece of Alton Towers History? The Nemesis Panel Auction Is Something Special

Why It’s Great to See Oktoberfest Return to a UK Theme Park

Guests Remember Experiences — Not Ride Specs

5 Things We Noticed About Chessington’s New World of PAW Patrol

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Can Adults Go to Paultons Park Without Kids? Everything You Need to Know

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

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

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What Happens When a Thunderstorm Hits a Theme Park?

What Happens When a Thunderstorm Hits a Theme Park?

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Gold Rush at Drayton Manor

Theme Parks Near Birmingham: The Ultimate Guide

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Collection of Roller Coasters

Theme Parks Near Me: The Best UK Parks for Thrills, Families & Day Trips

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Blackpool Tower Circus

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NEWThe Blackpool Tower Circus 2026 Tickets from £6

Warwick Castle - The Haunted Castle

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Warwick Castle Short Break: FREE Second Day Entry

Scarefest at Alton Towers

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Book a Short Break and Get a 2nd Day Free at Merlin Theme Parks

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Savour the Skyline: Get 15% Off London Eye Afternoon Tea

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Experience Jumanji Safari Tours 4D Expedition at Madame Tussauds London

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NEWFossil Falls at ROARR!: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Riding

Looking for a new family thrill at ROARR!? Fossil Falls is one attraction you won't want to miss.

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NEWFinal Exhibit Behind the Scenes: Go Behind the Scenes of Scarefest’s Newest Maze

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Thorpe Park Lates Starts Tonight – Everything You Need to Know

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The Watering Hole at Alton Towers: Menu & Prices

The Watering Hole at Alton Towers: Menu & Prices

Theme Park Food & Drink Prices

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CareCo Reveals UK’s Grandparent-Friendly Theme Parks: Top Picks

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SHORT BREAKS

Experience Fright Nights with a Thorpe Park Halloween Short Break

Short Breaks

Alton Towers Summer Holiday Offer: Kids Swim Free

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Hotels Near Drayton Manor Theme Park | Best Hotels & Deals

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Chessington Hotel

Best Family Hotels Near Chessington World of Adventures

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Drayton Manor Hotel

Stay at Drayton Manor Hotel: The Perfect Place to Stay for Your Theme Park Adventure

Short Breaks

Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers

Experience the Magic of Christmas with an Alton Towers Santa Sleepover

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Rob Beckett discovers Europa-Park – Germany’s Largest Theme Park

Six Flags Great America Announces Camp Timber Trail, An All-New Family Adventure for 2027

Cedar Point Launches Limited-Time $1,999 All Season Fast Lane Ultimate Add-On for 2027

Movie Park Germany Welcomes its 40-millionth Guest

Universal Reveals Ozzy Osbourne Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Kumba Has Closed: Looking Back at One of America’s Most Influential Roller Coasters

OTHER UK NEWS

Best Attractions Near Alton Towers: 10 Places to Visit

London Eye Adds Free Time Out Audio Experience to Every Ticket This Summer

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Returns for 2026 With Dates Confirmed

Best UK Attractions Within Two Hours of London | Day Trip Guide

SEA LIFE Scarborough’s Sea Creature Rescue Squad Returns for Summer 2026

Father’s Day Days Out Near London: 10 Brilliant Ideas for a Memorable Family Day

NEW Play our Theme Park Games!

Test your knowledge with our fun interactive games, including word searches and Shuffle Puzzle. New games are added regularly!

NEW Play our Theme Park Games!

Test your knowledge with our fun interactive games, including word searches and Shuffle Puzzle. New games are added regularly!