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

Would you buy the original Nemesis operator panel or a Flume boat? We share our opinion on Alton Towers' latest charity auction.

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Opinion

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

Would you buy the original Nemesis operator panel or a Flume boat? We share our opinion on Alton Towers' latest charity auction.

Chessington Issues Warning as Park Reaches Full Capacity Today

NEWChessington Closed Today Due to Water Outage

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NEWWhat’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Week (Week of 10 August 2026)

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UK Theme Park Spy Launches Free Online Games Hub for Theme Park Fans

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

Alton Towers

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Good News for Thrill Seekers as Vampire Returns to Action at Chessington

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What’s Happening at UK Theme Parks This Weekend (08–09 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

OPINION

NEWWould 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

Is This the Biggest Myth in Theme Parks? “You Grow Out of Roller Coasters”

Why Minecraft Fans Should Visit Alton Towers This Summer

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Theme Parks Near Leeds: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers and Families

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Theme Parks Near Liverpool: The Best Parks for Thrills, Families and Fun Days Out

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What Happens When a Thunderstorm Hits a Theme Park?

What Happens When a Thunderstorm Hits a Theme Park?

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Gulliver's World

Theme Parks Near Manchester: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers

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Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park

Thorpe Park Water Rides: Every Splash-Filled Ride You Must Experience

Visitor Guides

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Can Adults Go to Paultons Park Without Kids? Everything You Need to Know

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Experience Jumanji Safari Tours 4D Expedition at Madame Tussauds London

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Alton Towers Summer Holiday Offer: Kids Swim Free

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Scarily Good Savings at The York Dungeon

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Midweek Madness at SEA LIFE – Tickets From Just £13 This Summer!

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Visitor Guides

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

CareCo’s analysis reveals which UK parks best support grandparent-friendly visits with rest spots, accessible transport, and companion tickets.

Foam Days Are Coming to Landmark Forest Adventure Park This August

Foam Days Are Coming to Landmark Forest Adventure Park This August

Events

Hyperia Fright Nights

Experience the Fear at THORPE PARK Fright Nights 2026

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Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

Pleasure Beach Live Brings Summer Entertainment Every Saturday

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Paultons Park Water Stations Map

Paultons Park Reveals Map of Its Six Free Water Refill Fountains

Visitor Guides

SHORT BREAKS

Experience Fright Nights with a Thorpe Park Halloween Short Break

Short Breaks

Alton Towers Summer Holiday Offer: Kids Swim Free

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Hotels Near Drayton Manor Theme Park | Best Hotels & Deals

Short Breaks

Chessington Hotel

Best Family Hotels Near Chessington World of Adventures

Short Breaks

Drayton Manor Hotel

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

Short Breaks

Santa Sleepover at Alton Towers

Experience the Magic of Christmas with an Alton Towers Santa Sleepover

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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

Movie Park Germany Welcomes its 40-millionth Guest

Universal Reveals Ozzy Osbourne Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Kumba Has Closed: Looking Back at One of America’s Most Influential Roller Coasters

Popular Theme Park Confirms Iconic Roller Coaster Will Close Forever After Final Season

OTHER UK NEWS

Best Attractions Near Alton Towers: 10 Places to Visit

London Eye Adds Free Time Out Audio Experience to Every Ticket This Summer

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Returns for 2026 With Dates Confirmed

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SEA LIFE Scarborough’s Sea Creature Rescue Squad Returns for Summer 2026

Father’s Day Days Out Near London: 10 Brilliant Ideas for a Memorable Family Day

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