Lea Cookson
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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.
Merlin Theme Parks Closed in September 2026: Full List of Dates
Find out which Merlin theme parks are closed in September 2026, including LEGOLAND Windsor, Thorpe Park, Chessington and Alton Towers.
Hotels Near Thorpe Park for Fright Nights 2026 – Where to Stay
Looking for hotels near Thorpe Park for Fright Nights 2026? Discover nearby places to stay and compare hotel prices.
Brean Theme Park Offers Half-Price Tickets for Final Day of Summer Season
Brean Theme Park is offering £16 online tickets this Bank Holiday Monday for its Half Price Mega Monday, marking the final day of its summer season.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Closed on These Dates in September 2026
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be closed on selected Mondays and Tuesdays in September 2026. Check the full list of closure dates before visiting.
River Caves Set to Return to Blackpool Pleasure Beach in 2027
Blackpool Pleasure Beach's historic River Caves is set to return in 2027 after a major re-imagining, with new scenes and smaller, comfier boats.
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.
Dine with the Dead: Alton Towers Reveals Twisted Scarefest Dining Experience
Would you dare join Dine with the Dead at Alton Towers for a killer combination of food, fear, and fantastic Halloween atmosphere?
Dolly Parton’s Legacy at Dollywood: The Story Behind Her Theme Park
Dolly Parton’s Dollywood story, from its roots as Rebel Railroad to the theme park she helped create and the lasting legacy she leaves behind.
Movie Park Germany Summons the Legends of Darkness for the Halloween Horror Festival 2026
Dive into Movie Park Germany’s Halloween Horror Festival 2026: Jason Universe, PHOBIA live game show, 9 haunted houses and 22 fear-filled days.
Thorpe Park Reveals New Tenement Scare Maze for Fright Nights 2026
Tenement arrives at Thorpe Park for Fright Nights 2026: a chilling, immersive maze beneath the building. Not included in tickets, £12 per person.
Drayton Manor Closed Today Due to Inclement Weather
Weather forces Drayton Manor to close today; guests will receive instructions to rearrange visits, with apologies for disappointment.
Statement From Dollywood Regarding The Passing Of Dolly Parton
Dollywood mourns Dolly Parton, honoring her legacy of joy, hope, and togetherness, with open doors on Wednesday to celebrate her dream.
Inside The Orchard: A Look at Paultons Park’s New Viking Playground
Discover The Orchard at Paultons Park, a new Viking-themed playground in Valgard featuring climbing challenges, a lookout tower, slides and more.
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.
The Conjuring 4D Experience Comes to Thorpe Park Fright Nights
The Conjuring 4D Experience arrives at Thorpe Park Fright Nights, bringing terrifying 3D visuals, special effects and supernatural scares to Sunset Cinema.
Madame Tussauds Blackpool: Tickets from Just £7
Madame Tussauds Blackpool tickets from £7. Meet over 80 lifelike stars across 14 themed zones with family-friendly fun, interactive displays and photo opportunities.
