Lea Cookson
Founder & Editor-in-Chief of UK Theme Park Spy.
Lea can be contacted at news@ukthemeparkspy.co.uk
Whether you're a theme park enthusiast or a casual visitor, UK Theme Park Spy offers valuable information and inspiration for your next park adventure.
How Many Steps Will You Walk at Alton Towers?
How many steps will you walk at Alton Towers? Find out how far visitors could walk during a full day at the UK theme park.
Six Flags Permanently Retires X2 at Magic Mountain After Almost 20 Years
Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently retired X2 after almost 20 years. Find out why the iconic 5th-dimensional roller coaster will not reopen.
Paultons Park Ride Closures in October 2026: Full List of Rides Closed
Paultons Park ride closures October 2026: find out which rides and attractions are closed during Halloween, including Velociraptor and Sky Swinger.
The Biggest Mistakes First-Time Theme Park Visitors Make
Discover the biggest mistakes first-time theme park visitors make, from arriving late and long queues to packing badly and overspending.
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What I Wish I Knew Before My First UK Theme Park Visit
Planning your first UK theme park visit? Discover the things you need to know about queues, food, parking, weather, rides and more.
Ultimate Packing Guide for UK Theme Parks in October
Planning a UK theme park trip in October? Find the essential packing list: layers, waterproofs, comfy shoes, snacks and tech must-haves.
LEGOLAND Windsor Announces February Half Term 2027 Dates With Rides, LEGO Challenges and Character Meet & Greets
LEGOLAND Windsor February Half Term 2027 runs 11–28 February with 30+ rides, LEGO challenges, character meet & greets and indoor attractions
Velociraptor Closed for Maintenance at Paultons Park
Velociraptor at Paultons Park will close for maintenance from 28 September to 11 October 2026. Find out when the popular ride is expected to reopen.
What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 28 September 2026)
Discover what's happening at UK theme parks this week as Scarefest, Fright Nights and Howl'o'ween begin, with Halloween preparations across the UK.
Could Minecraft World Bring a Completely New Audience to Chessington?
Could Minecraft World bring a completely new audience to Chessington? We explore how the popular gaming brand could attract new families to the resort.
Alton Towers Scarefest 2026: First Reactions to Final Exhibit
Alton Towers Scarefest 2026: what are visitors saying about Final Exhibit? We look at the first reactions to the new scare maze and what fans think.
Chessington Minecraft Hotel: Everything We Know So Far
Chessington Minecraft Hotel opens in 2027. Discover everything we know about the rooms, themed restaurant, Woodland Mansion bar and Minecraft World hotel.
Escape the Nether – Take a Ride Into Another Dimension at Chessington
Discover Escape the Nether at Chessington World of Adventures, the world’s first Minecraft rollercoaster. Join Steve and Alex on a thrilling Nether adventure.
Spinball Whizzer Closed for Essential Maintenance
Alton Towers has confirmed that Spinball Whizzer is currently closed for essential maintenance.
Save Up to 58% on Flamingo Land Halloween Tickets This October
Save up to 58% on Flamingo Land Halloween tickets with this deal. Enjoy spooky family fun, rides and attractions this October.
Paultons Park Halloween Spooktacular 2026 Map Revealed
The Paultons Park Halloween Spooktacular 2026 map gives visitors a spooky look at what’s waiting around the park this Halloween season.
