September is now underway, and as the summer season starts to wind down, several UK theme parks are moving to reduced opening schedules and selected weekday closures.
If you’re planning a theme park visit this week, here’s a roundup of the latest opening and closure information.
Thorpe Park Closed on Sunday
Thorpe Park will be closed on Sunday 13 September 2026.
Guests planning a weekend visit should check the park’s opening calendar before travelling.
Drayton Manor Closed Monday to Thursday
Drayton Manor Resort will be closed from Monday 7 September through Thursday 10 September 2026.
The park will therefore be unavailable for visits across the first four days of this week.
Chessington World of Adventures Closed
Chessington World of Adventures will be closed on:
- Tuesday 8 September
- Wednesday 9 September
Visitors planning a midweek trip should take these closure dates into account.
LEGOLAND Windsor Closed on 9 September
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort will be closed on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
If you’re planning a visit this week, check the park’s opening dates before making your journey.
Paultons Park Closed on 9 September
Paultons Park will also be closed on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
The park’s opening schedule is beginning to move into its quieter September pattern following the busy summer holidays.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Closed 7 and 8 September
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be closed on:
- Monday 7 September
- Tuesday 8 September
The park is expected to reopen later in the week, subject to its scheduled operating calendar.
Lightwater Valley Open Weekends Only
Lightwater Valley is continuing with a weekends-only opening schedule.
Visitors planning a trip should check the latest opening information before travelling, particularly if looking at a weekday visit.
Check Ride Closures Before You Visit
Park closures aren’t the only thing visitors need to be aware of during September. Individual rides and attractions can also be closed for planned maintenance or other operational reasons.
For the latest information on ride closures and availability this week, visit our dedicated page:
UK Theme Park Spy – Ride Closures & Availability
Check All Theme Park Closures
For a complete list of upcoming theme park closures, including dates throughout September, visit our dedicated Theme Park Closures section:
UK Theme Park Spy – Theme Park Closures
It’s worth checking both pages before travelling, especially during September when many parks operate different schedules from the peak summer season.
What to Watch This Week
- Thorpe Park closed 13 September
- Drayton Manor closed 7–10 September
- Chessington closed 8–9 September
- LEGOLAND Windsor closed 9 September
- Paultons Park closed 9 September
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach closed 7–8 September
- Lightwater Valley open weekends only
- Check ride closures and availability before travelling
September is an important month to check opening calendars carefully, with many UK theme parks reducing their operating days after the summer holidays.
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