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

Vampire has thrilled Chessington guests for 36 years, but how much longer can the iconic suspended coaster continue? We look at its future.

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

Vampire has thrilled Chessington guests for 36 years, but how much longer can the iconic suspended coaster continue? We look at its future.

NEWMerlin Launches ‘Straight Face Challenge’ for National Rollercoaster Day

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NEW10 UK Roller Coasters Every Theme Park Fan Should Ride

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NEWSerpent’s Curse Construction Update: How Paultons Park’s 2027 Water Coaster Is Taking Shape

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Brean Theme Park Cancels Fireworks Display Due to Fire Risk

Brean Theme Park

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Flipz Takes Over Hyperia at Thorpe Park for Three Weeks

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What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Weekend (15–16 August 2026)

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10 Things Every Family Should Know Before Visiting a Theme Park This Summer

School’s Out! The Best UK Theme Parks to Visit This Summer 2026

Top 20 Summer Rides in the UK You Need to Experience in 2026

Which Ride Gets You Wettest? We Put the UK’s Biggest Water Rides Head-to-Head

The Classic Log Flumes You Can Still Ride in the UK This Summer

Visit Two Theme Parks in One Weekend: The Best Combinations

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NEWVampire 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

Would You Buy a Piece of Alton Towers History? The Nemesis Panel Auction Is Something Special

Why It’s Great to See Oktoberfest Return to a UK Theme Park

Guests Remember Experiences — Not Ride Specs

5 Things We Noticed About Chessington’s New World of PAW Patrol

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Thorpe Park Lates Starts Tonight – Everything You Need to Know

Thorpe Park Lates starts tonight! Find out dates, opening times, live DJs, rides, tickets and everything you need to know before your visit.

The Watering Hole at Alton Towers: Menu & Prices

Theme Park Food & Drink Prices

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CareCo Reveals UK’s Grandparent-Friendly Theme Parks: Top Picks

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Foam Days Are Coming to Landmark Forest Adventure Park This August

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Experience the Fear at THORPE PARK Fright Nights 2026

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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

Short Breaks

Experience the Magic of Christmas with an Alton Towers Santa Sleepover

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Hyperia Station at Thorpe Park: Inside Look

10 Exhilarating Pictures of Gold Rush at Drayton Manor

6 Pictures of Icon in the Dark at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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Alton Towers Unveils Brand-New Scare Maze for Scarefest 2026

Alton Towers reveals Final Exhibit, a brand-new scare maze coming to Scarefest 2026, promising a chilling new experience for Halloween visitors.

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Jude Bellingham’s Legendary Nemesis Ride Photo Shared by Alton Towers

Jude Bellingham visited Alton Towers with girlfriend Ashlyn Castro, and the resort has shared his legendary Nemesis Reborn ride photo.

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Alton Towers Extends Summer Opening Hours Until 7pm This August

Alton Towers has extended its summer opening hours until 7pm from 14–31 August, giving visitors an extra hour to enjoy rides and attractions.

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Archives Unlocked at Alton Towers: Step Behind the Scenes of Theme Park History

Discover Archives Unlocked at Alton Towers with a 60-minute curator-led tour featuring never-before-seen archive material, hidden stories and a historic keepsake.

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