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

Opinion: I love the UK's big theme parks, but traditional seaside amusement parks have a special charm, nostalgia and atmosphere that’s hard to beat.

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

Opinion: I love the UK's big theme parks, but traditional seaside amusement parks have a special charm, nostalgia and atmosphere that’s hard to beat.

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NEWRiver Rapids Closed at Drayton Manor for the Rest of the 2026 Season

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NEWBattle Galleons and Congo River Rapids Close for the Season at Alton Towers

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Pleasurewood Hills Wipeout Incident: Visitors Praise How the Park Handled the Situation

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Diggerland Summer Opening Ends Today: What Changes From September?

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What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 31 August 2026)

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

Alton Towers vs Flamingo Land: Which Is Better?

Adventure 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

OPINION

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

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

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NEWAlton Towers Resort Scarefest Roles Are Here!

Alton Towers Resort Scarefest roles are here! Apply for seasonal jobs including Ride Host, Retail Host, Sales & Admissions, Housekeeping and Guest Excellence.

Gulliver’s Land of Lights 2026: Tickets From £10 Go On Sale Today

Events

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Final 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

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

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Experience Fright Nights with a Thorpe Park Halloween Short Break

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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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Best Family Hotels Near Chessington World of Adventures

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

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Big One Closed due to High Winds at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Visitor Guides

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

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UK Theme Parks: A Visitor Guide to Visiting in Autumn

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

Visitor Guides

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

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