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.
Is King Kong Back at Universal Orlando? Reign of Kong Ride Update
King Kong is back at Universal Orlando's Reign of Kong ride – but the giant animatronic is still missing. Here's the latest update from Islands of Adventure.
COTALAND Theme Park Texas: Rides, Tickets & Opening Date
COTALAND opens in Texas on September 26, 2026. Discover its record-breaking rollercoasters, rides, tickets and what UK visitors need to know.
Infusion Looks Completely Different From This Angle at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Infusion at Blackpool Pleasure Beach looks completely different from this unusual angle. Take a look at our photos of the iconic coaster from a new perspective.
Water Kingdom at Paultons Park Closed for Maintenance
Water Kingdom at Paultons Park will close for scheduled maintenance from 21–30 September 2026, with the attraction expected to reopen on 1 October.
Would You Love Having a Rollercoaster Tested Near Your House — Or Would the Noise Drive You Crazy?
Would you love hearing a rollercoaster testing near your home, or would the noise drive you crazy? We explore both sides of the theme park debate.
Biggest New UK Theme Park Rides Coming in 2027
Discover the biggest new UK theme park rides and attractions coming in 2027, including Minecraft World, Serpent's Curse and more.
Universal UK Patents: Could These Ride Technologies Come to Bedford?
Universal has patented floating rides, adaptive seating and AI technology. Could these futuristic ideas eventually appear at Universal UK in Bedford?
Alton Towers and Thorpe Park to Introduce New Virtual Queue System for Ride Access Pass Guests
Alton Towers and Thorpe Park are set to introduce a new virtual Ride Access Pass queue system, with changes beginning at Alton Towers later this year.
Flamingo Land Reveals Full Halloween 2026 Line-Up With Scare Mazes, Fireworks and Drone Show
Flamingo Land Halloween 2026 features Stalk in the Park, scare mazes, rides in the dark, fireworks, a new show, Trick or Treat and a drone show.
Step Inside Thorpe Park’s Brand-New Fright Nights® Themed Rooms
Thorpe Park has unveiled brand-new Fright Nights® themed rooms, giving guests the chance to immerse themselves in a terrifying world of fear this Halloween.
Rattlesnake Ride at Chessington to Return October 2026 After Works
Rattlesnake at Chessington is closed for planned maintenance through 30 September 2026, with a targeted return on 1 October 2026.
Six Flags Magic Mountain to Open World’s First Thrill Glider Roller Coaster in 2027
Six Flags Magic Mountain will open Thrill Glider in 2027, a first-of-its-kind coaster combining flying, motorbike and suspended ride technology.
Universal UK Resort Reveals Companies Appointed to Support Theme Park Development
Universal UK Resort reveals the companies appointed to support its construction, as enabling works continue and thousands of jobs are expected.
Merlin Entertainments Introduces AI-Powered Guest Service Across Its Attractions
Merlin Entertainments is using AI technology to improve guest service across LEGOLAND, SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds and its global attractions.
West Midlands Safari Park Launches Brand-New Drone Show
West Midlands Safari Park is launching a brand-new drone show this Halloween, with hundreds of drones taking to the skies on 31 October 2026.
Fantasy Island Announces Fear Island Halloween Event for 2026
Fantasy Island's Fear Island Halloween event begins 17 October 2026, with scare attractions, an immersive Fear Zone, Scream Passes and fireworks.
