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Rollercoaster: Universal's Bedfordshire Journey

Riding the ups and downs of Universal's plans to build it's first theme park in the UK and Europe in the heart of the Three Counties.

Three Counties Radio,8 episodes

Episodes

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Why did Universal Studios choose Bedfordshire?
Olly Mann looks at why Universal's first European theme park will be in Bedfordshire.
09 Jun 2025,28 mins
How do you build a theme park?
What are the considerations when it comes to designing the rides and features?
23 Jun 2025,26 mins
Can Bedford be Britain’s Orlando?
What impact will a large theme park have on businesses in and around Bedfordshire?
30 Jun 2025,27 mins
Universal UK theme park plans revealed
Universal Studio’s plans for its UK theme park mean it could have Europe’s tallest rides.
04 Jul 2025,5 mins
The homeowners ‘forgotten’ by Universal’s plans
What does the future hold for those living on the doorstep of the planned theme park?
11 Jul 2025,3 mins
What happens when a big theme park comes to town?
Olly Mann explores the potential impact on people living close to the proposed site.
16 Jul 2025,29 mins
What will Universal mean for housing?
Will the arrival of a theme park be good or bad news for local homeowners and renters?
14 Aug 2025,5 mins
It’s official! Universal has planning permission
The government gives the go-ahead for the theme park near Bedford.
18 Dec 2025,2 mins