Theme parks1 day agoTrains to Universal resort in 'first few years'A rail company says four trains an hour will stop at a station there "by the early 2030s".1 day ago5 Apr 2026'I bought the theme park I loved growing up'New owner James Mellors says he wants to put Lightwater Valley back on the map.5 Apr 20263 Apr 2026Historical theme park seeks to expandThe team behind the park say it could attract one million people a year in the near future. 3 Apr 20263 Apr 2026Visitors relive youth on 100-year-old water chuteFans say the ride holds special childhood memories and "everyone gets to be a kid again".3 Apr 20262 Apr 2026Attractions 'fighting for life' as season startsPark bosses say they are investing to grow visitor numbers, after some closures in recent years.2 Apr 20262 Apr 2026Water chute celebrates centenary with 100 ridersDuring BBC Northampton's breakfast show,100 people will descend the attraction at Wicksteed Park.2 Apr 202625 Mar 2026Decision on drive-throughs near Universal delayedThe Environment Agency says the site is on a floodplain and is not "essential infrastructure".25 Mar 202625 Mar 2026The theme park boom that could generate billionsBBC South looks at new plans for theme parks across the region and their potential impact. 25 Mar 202623 Mar 2026Blenheim backs £600m historical theme park planThe Puy du Fou attraction would bring "genuine variety and ambition", the palace's CEO says.23 Mar 2026...
