What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 20 April 2026)

With the Easter holidays now behind us, UK theme parks are moving into off-peak spring operations, bringing a mix of midweek closures and ride downtime across the country.

Here’s everything happening at UK theme parks this week.

Thorpe Park & LEGOLAND Windsor Closed Midweek

Thorpe Park Resort and LEGOLAND Windsor Resort will both be closed on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

These closures are part of the usual post-Easter schedule changes, with parks reducing midweek operations during quieter periods.

Chessington Closed for Two Days

Chessington World of Adventures will be closed on Tuesday 21 April and Wednesday 22 April.

Visitors planning a trip should check opening calendars in advance to avoid disappointment.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Closed Early Week

Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be closed on Monday 20 April and Tuesday 21 April.

The park is expected to reopen later in the week as part of its reduced spring schedule.

Ride Closure: Launch Pad at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Launch Pad will be closed from Wednesday 22 April through to Friday 24 April 2026.

This is likely due to planned maintenance during a quieter operating period.

Ride Closure: Kontiki at Paultons Park

Paultons Park has confirmed that Kontiki will be closed from 20 April to 26 April 2026.

All other rides and attractions at the park remain open.

What to Watch This Week

• Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND Windsor closed (22 April)
• Chessington closed (21–22 April)
• Blackpool Pleasure Beach closed (20–21 April)
• Launch Pad closed (22–24 April)
• Kontiki closed at Paultons Park (20–26 April)
• Continued off-peak operations across UK theme parks

With multiple closures and quieter crowds, this is a more relaxed week across UK theme parks as the season settles after Easter.