6 h. ago Tourist says she suffered concussion and neck injuries on same Epic theme park coaster that killed a rider

Debbie Reinelt has said that Stardust Racers left her with a ‘loss of capacity for the enjoyment of life in the past and future’

Events

7 h. ago Lanarkshire's Alona Hotel renews sponsorship with basketball team Caledonia Gladiators

Trackside advertising and discounted theme park tickets for fans are part of the deal.

Politics

35 h. ago What to expect from Universal's first UK theme park in Bedfordshire

The multi-billion-pound venue, the first such Universal attraction in Europe, will include a 500-room hotel and attractions inspired by top franchises

Politics

35 h. ago Universal Studios theme park given planning permission for site near Bedford

The green light has been given for the UK’s first Universal Studios park, with construction set to begin ahead of a planned 2031 opening

Events

57 h. ago LEGOLAND invites dogs to meet Father Christmas as theme park opens to pooches

If your dog has missed out on the festive fun so far, there's still time to book them into Paws in the Park at LEGOLAND Windsor. There's even the chance for them to give Santa their wish list

Politics

59 h. ago Universal’s first UK theme park given green light for Bedfordshire site

The company claims the attraction will create nearly 30,000 jobs in the region

Politics

62 h. ago UK’s Universal FINALLY gets go ahead to start works – with plans to open the theme park by 2031

UNIVERSAL has finally been given the green light to open a theme park in the UK. The famous film studios has been given planning permission to start building the theme park. A Special Development Order (SDO) has been granted by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, which allows the theme park...

Politics

3 d. ago UK's first Universal Studios theme park officially given green light

Planning permission has now been granted for the new theme park in Cambridgeshire

Politics

3 d. ago The UK's first Universal Studios has been officially granted planning permission

Set to be located in Kempston Hardwick, near Bedford, the new theme park is expected to be ready by 2031.

Politics

4 d. ago The world's first 'luxury theme park' is set to open next year

Thrillseekers will be able to visit BON Theme Park from next Autumn at the VidantaWorld Nuevo Vallarta in Mexico .

Politics

6 d. ago Man who died on Universal Epic Universe rollercoaster suffered gruesome injuries

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, suffered horror injuries while on a rollercoaster with his girlfriend - his death was later ruled an accident by investigators

Events

9 d. ago I’m a savvy mum & visited Scotland’s adventure park that’s ‘better than Center Parcs’ – there’s no queues or extra costs

FINDING a fun day out with the family that doesn't break the bank can be tricky. From constant pestering to buy treats to paying for lunch, it can all add up. So when someone told me about a hidden gem theme park with no queues and no hidden costs, it sounded too good to be...

Politics

2 w. ago Inspiring fundraiser pays for 1,000 kids to have festive day out at theme park

"Seeing the smiles on the faces of these incredible children reminds us all why we do this, to give them a day of happiness, excitement, and a chance to just be kids."

Economics

2 w. ago Traveller family who run Old MacDonald's Farm and Winter Wonderland are sued by their sons in fight to inherit the theme park business

Joseph and Clayton Manning are suing their elderly parents over what they allege is a broken promise to give them the Old Macdonald's Farm and Fun Park in Brentwood, Essex.

Transport

2 w. ago Hare Krishna monks bequeathed George Harrison's 17th Century manor are a war with residents who say they've turned it into a 'spiritual theme park'

Bhaktivedanta Manor, a stunning 17th Century estate in Letchmore Heath, near Watford, was given to the Hare Krishna movement in 1973.

Events

2 w. ago Universal theme park files patents for new ways to check ride safety months after tourist died on roller coaster

Patent filings published earlier this week, viewed by The Independent, include designs for seats equipped with sensors and robotic safety inspectors

Events

3 w. ago Major UK theme park allowing guests to bring their dogs in for the first time ever

Pooches will be allowed to trot around on selected dates from the end of November.

Politics

3 w. ago Amusement parks hope massive investments will turn around their falling attendance as Americans tighten their purse strings

Immersive new roller coasters and commercial tie-ups with franchises hoped to revitalise theme park attendance

Politics

3 w. ago Tourist's life changes after suffering severe injuries during horror in hotel

Annie Perez, who is from Chingford, east London, was airlifted to hospital on Sardinia, Italy, woke up with bandages around her arms and legs following the horror

Events

3 w. ago Huge Turkey resort with its own theme park, water park and shopping mall

The resort in Turkey's Antalya region covers 639,000 square meters and includes a royal-themed hotel with 401 rooms, a theme park right on your doorstep, and even an impressive shopping mall

Economics