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Why We’d Pick Halloween Over Summer at a UK Theme Park

Why we’d pick Halloween over summer at a UK theme park, from darker rides and spooky atmosphere to seasonal entertainment and unforgettable autumn evenings.

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Why We’d Pick Halloween Over Summer at a UK Theme Park

Why we’d pick Halloween over summer at a UK theme park, from darker rides and spooky atmosphere to seasonal entertainment and unforgettable autumn evenings.

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NEWOverplay Extended at Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Until November 2026

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NEWWhat’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 07 September 2026)

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Peppa Pig Wold Entrance at Paulton's Park

NEWPaultons Park Confirms Tea Cup Ride and Sea Falls Closures

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River Rapids Closed at Drayton Manor for the Rest of the 2026 Season

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Battle Galleons and Congo River Rapids Close for the Season at Alton Towers

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Inside The Orchard: A Look at Paultons Park’s New Viking Playground

Gulliver’s World vs Alton Towers: Which Is Better for Younger Children?

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Alton Towers’ Nemesis Control Panel Sells for £35,100 — Would You Pay That Much?

Alton Towers, Please Put Final Exhibit in the Towers

Vampire Has Been at Chessington for 36 Years — But How Many More?

Alton Towers’ Nemesis Control Panel Is Now a £3,000+ Piece of Roller Coaster History

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NEWFrightwater Valley Presents Movie Mayhem at Lightwater Valley This Halloween

Frightwater Valley Movie Mayhem returns to Lightwater Valley for Halloween 2026, with scare mazes, trick or treating, shows and movie-themed entertainment.

Alton Towers Resort Scarefest Roles Are Here!

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Gulliver’s Land of Lights 2026: Tickets From £10 Go On Sale Today

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Final Exhibit Behind the Scenes: Go Behind the Scenes of Scarefest’s Newest Maze

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Thorpe Park Lates Starts Tonight – Everything You Need to Know

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Hotels Near Thorpe Park for Fright Nights 2026 – Where to Stay

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Experience Fright Nights with a Thorpe Park Halloween Short Break

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Alton Towers Summer Holiday Offer: Kids Swim Free

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Hotels Near Drayton Manor Theme Park | Best Hotels & Deals

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Best Family Hotels Near Chessington World of Adventures

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Stay at Drayton Manor Hotel: The Perfect Place to Stay for Your Theme Park Adventure

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Dolly Parton’s Legacy at Dollywood: The Story Behind Her Theme Park

Movie Park Germany Summons the Legends of Darkness for the Halloween Horror Festival 2026

Statement From Dollywood Regarding The Passing Of Dolly Parton

Rob Beckett discovers Europa-Park – Germany’s Largest Theme Park

Six Flags Great America Announces Camp Timber Trail, An All-New Family Adventure for 2027

Cedar Point Launches Limited-Time $1,999 All Season Fast Lane Ultimate Add-On for 2027

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Buy a 2027 Merlin Annual Pass and Get the Rest of 2026 FREE!

Passholders can enjoy events including Scarefest at Alton Towers and Christmas at Warwick Castle, before continuing to use their pass throughout 2027..

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