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.
Paultons Park: Experience the Whirling Thrills of Storm Chaser
Storm Chaser is the headline attraction in Tornado Springs.
2024 Thorpe Park Short Breaks
One day won't be enough to see and do everything at Thorpe Park Resort! To ensure you take advantage of everything Thorpe Park has to offer, book your overnight stay now.
Icon: The UK’s First and Only Double-Launch Rollercoaster
ICON takes guests on an adrenaline ride where they accelerate at the same rate as a Formula 1 driver and then twists and turns at fast speeds while engaging with other rides across the park.
Splash Battle: The UK’s First Interactive Water Ride
With this being the first fully interactive water ride in the UK, everyone can have a wild, wet time!
Crealy Theme Park: NEW Winter Twi-Light Fest
Join Crealy Theme Park on certain days in November and December to race around on your favourite rides in the dark and take in the enchanting Winter light displays across the park.
Swap Your Pleasure Beach Visit Date for Free with Flexidate etickets
You can transfer to any day of your choosing within the current season with a Flexidate ticket.
Cobra: The only coaster of its type in the UK
The Cobra has an incredible blend of adrenaline spirals, breathtaking dips, curves, and camel humps.
Thirteen: The Coaster that Replaced the Iconic Corkscrew
The Corkscrew, which was housed at Alton Towers for 28 years between 1980 and 2008, was replaced by Thirteen, which was constructed on its previous location.
Flight of the Sky Lion: The UK’s First EVER Flying Theatre
Some of the weirdest and most terrifying legendary animals seen in LEGO MYTHICA will confront you; keep an eye out for the fearsome Chimaera!
Nemesis Track Replacement now Complete
Part of the Nemesis transformation saw the entire 250-tonne, 716-metre-long track replaced.
Experience a Magical Christmas at Alton Towers: Festive Rides, Cbeebies Land, and Santa Sleepovers!
This Christmas, Alton Towers Resort is offering a whole world of seasonal fun, including the UK's first CBeebies Land, where families can create wonderful memories and get to know some of their favourite CBeebies characters!
Grand National: Europe’s Only Twin-Track Racing Coaster
Europe's only twin-track racing coaster located at Blackpool Pleasure Beach is built for thrill-seekers with a competitive edge.
10 Pictures of the Journey to Hell 2023 Event at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach brought together scare zones, haunted ride areas and live entertainment for the event.
The Smiler: The World’s First 14 Loop Rollercoaster
The huge, metallic, spider-like structure that forms the coaster track's core is one of the ride's main features.
Mandrill Mayhem: The World’s ONLY Jumanji Rollercoaster
Mandrill Mayhem is a launched, steel shuttle wing coaster located at Chessington World of Adventures.
Shockwave: Thank You for the Memories
Introduced as Drayton Manor's signature ride in 1994, it was a sensation, with over 1 million guests riding it every year.
