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

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

Opinion

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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Adventure Island and Southend-on-Sea from the City Wheel

Opinion

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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NEWDrayton Manor September 2026 Opening Dates: When Is the Park Closed?

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Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

NEWGreat Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Closed Early Today Due to Weather

Theme Park Closures

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NEWMerlin Theme Parks Closed in September 2026: Full List of Dates

Theme Park Closures

Brean Theme Park

NEWBrean Theme Park Offers Half-Price Tickets for Final Day of Summer Season

Brean Theme Park

NEWBlackpool Pleasure Beach Closed on These Dates in September 2026

Theme Park Closures

River Caves Returning to Blackpool Pleasure Beach in 2027

NEWRiver Caves Set to Return to Blackpool Pleasure Beach in 2027

Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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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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Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park

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

Visitor Guides

Collection of Roller Coasters

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

Features

Paultons Park Entrance

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

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Sik at Flamingo Land

Theme Parks Near Leeds: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers and Families

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Air in the Snow

UK Theme Park Weather Trends: What to Expect Month by Month

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Hyperia at Thorpe Park

Theme Parks Near London: The Ultimate Featured Guide

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Madame Tussauds Blackpool

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Madame Tussauds Blackpool: Tickets from Just £7

Blackpool Tower Circus

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The 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...

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

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CBeebies Land at Alton Towers

Visitor Guides

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

Gulliver’s World vs Alton Towers: discover which theme park is better for younger children, with rides, attractions and family-friendly features compared.

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

Visitor Guides

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

Events

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Thorpe Park Lates Starts Tonight – Everything You Need to Know

Events

The Watering Hole at Alton Towers: Menu & Prices

The Watering Hole at Alton Towers: Menu & Prices

Theme Park Food & Drink Prices

SHORT BREAKS

Thorpe Park Entrance

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

Short Breaks

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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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

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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

Statement From Dollywood Regarding The Passing Of Dolly Parton

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

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Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Unveils New Ride Passes and Ride & Game Credit for 2026

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

THEME PARK CLOSURES THIS SEPTEMBER

Some UK theme parks have selected closure days.

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THEME PARK CLOSURES THIS SEPTEMBER

Some UK theme parks have selected closure days.

CHECK ALL SEPTEMBER CLOSURES