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.
What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 18 May 2026)
Find out what’s happening at UK theme parks this week including late-night events, new ride openings and park closures across the UK.
The Feasting Hall at Paultons Park: 2026 Prices & Menu Guide
Discover The Feasting Hall at Paultons Park with 2026 menu prices, Viking-themed meals, desserts and family favourites.
Serpent’s Curse Announced for 2027 at Paultons Park
Serpent’s Curse arrives at Paultons Park in 2027 — a thrilling new MACK water coaster in Valgard: Realm of the Vikings.
We Attended Valgard’s Opening Day — Here’s Why It Works So Well
We attended Valgard’s opening day at Paultons Park — here’s why its immersive theming, Drakon and Raven work so well together.
VALGARD: Realm of the Vikings Opens to Guests at Paultons Park
WATCH the opening of VALGARD: Realm of the Vikings at Paultons Park with our latest YouTube video and first look inside the new land.
Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Launches Brand-New £1 Fun Card
Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach launches new £1 Fun Card with unlimited park entry all season long. Ride credits sold separately.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Invites Guests to Ride AVIKTAS Early in Technical Rehearsal Event
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will offer guests the chance to ride AVIKTAS early during technical rehearsals on Saturday ahead of its official opening.
Stormvåg Makes Its Debut – Liseberg Opens a Brand-New Family Ride
Liseberg unveils Stormvåg, a family-friendly Wild Swing XL. Celebrate its grand opening with maritime traditions and record-breaking interest.
A Refreshing Summer at Futuroscope Xperiences
Experience Futuroscope's award-winning rides, water parks, and themed hotels, with an exclusive 3rd Day Free offer until October 2026.
PortAventura World and Vekoma Launch WeRiseUp to Shape the Future of Mixed Reality Attractions
PortAventura World and Vekoma launch WeRiseUp, a new company creating immersive mixed reality attractions for theme parks worldwide.
Merlin Entertainments Partners with Sainsbury’s Nectar360 to Offer Families Bigger Savings on UK Attractions
Families across the UK can now enjoy some of the nation’s biggest attractions for less thanks to a brand-new partnership between Merlin Entertainments and Sainsbury’s Nectar360.
Could Cedar Point’s “Morning Rush” Concept Work at UK Theme Parks?
Could Cedar Point’s “Morning Rush” work in the UK? We explore Thorpe Park, Alton Towers, and Blackpool Pleasure Beach possibilities.
Cedar Point’s New “Morning Rush” Event: Is It Worth the Early Wake-Up?
Experience Cedar Point’s new Morning Rush event with early ride access, shorter queues, Millennium Force, Siren’s Curse, and exclusive perks.
Roller Coasters Near London: The Best Thrill Rides Within Easy Reach of the Capital
Discover the best roller coasters near London, from Thorpe Park thrills to family rides at Chessington and LEGOLAND Windsor.
Great Yarmouth’s Pleasure Beach £10 Locals Weekend Shows the Power of Lower Prices — But Is It Really That Simple?
Great Yarmouth's Pleasure Beach £10 Locals Weekend proved cheaper theme park tickets drive huge demand, but can attractions really afford lower prices long term?
Aramark UK Officially Commences Trading at Cadbury World
Aramark UK officially begins trading at Cadbury World, marking a major milestone and bringing new food and hospitality experiences to visitors.
