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NEWThe Long Wait Until Spring: Theme Park Fans Enter the Off-Season

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Theme park fans face the long winter wait as UK attractions close for the off-season, Christmas events begin and excitement builds for spring 2027.

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NEWThe Long Wait Until Spring: Theme Park Fans Enter the Off-Season

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Theme park fans face the long winter wait as UK attractions close for the off-season, Christmas events begin and excitement builds for spring 2027.

A Grandparents’ Guide to Visiting Chessington World of Adventures

NEWChessington World of Adventures Confirms Security Incident Resolved as Hotel Reopens

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NEWMerlin Annual Pass Black Friday Sale 2026 – Save Up to £70 Per Person on a Year of Theme Park Adventures

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Chessington World of Adventures Evacuated as Police and Sniffer Dogs Attend Resort

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Alton Towers Fireworks

Watch: Alton Towers Fireworks Spectacular 2026 Lights Up the Sky

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New job Vacancies at Pleasurewood Hills

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NEWThe Long Wait Until Spring: Theme Park Fans Enter the Off-Season

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NEWZamperla’s Go Go Bounze 8.4 Brings a New Twist to Family Thrill Rides

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Discover Zamperla's Go Go Bounze 8.4, a family thrill ride featuring bouncing movements, spinning vehicles and seating for adults and children.

NEWBlackpool Pleasure Beach Announces Fabulous February Fun Tickets from £25

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NEWFlamingo Land Opens Applications for 2027 Season Jobs With a Range of Roles Available

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Chessington Christmas 2026: Opening Dates, Rides and Closures

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Christmas at Adventure Island

Adventure Island Announces 50% Off Christmas Wonderland Tickets for Opening Weekend

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NEWThorpe Park Short Breaks with All Day Fastrack – Ride More and Queue Less in 2027

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NEWChristmas at Warwick Castle 2026 – Ice Skating, Santa, Light Trail & Festive Experiences

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Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday Sale 2026

Save up to £70 on Merlin Annual Passes in the 2026 Black Friday Sale. Discover Essential, Gold and Platinum deals from just £99 per person.

Merlin Annual Pass Black Friday Sale 2026

Save up to £70 on Merlin Annual Passes in the 2026 Black Friday Sale. Discover Essential, Gold and Platinum deals from just £99 per person.