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We Attended Valgard’s Opening Day — Here’s Why It Works So Well

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We attended Valgard’s opening day at Paultons Park — here’s why its immersive theming, Drakon and Raven work so well together.

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We Attended Valgard’s Opening Day — Here’s Why It Works So Well

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We attended Valgard’s opening day at Paultons Park — here’s why its immersive theming, Drakon and Raven work so well together.

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Serpent’s Curse Announced for 2027 at Paultons Park

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Why Valgard Might Be the Most Important UK Theme Park Investment of 2026

VALGARD: Realm of the Vikings Opens to Guests at Paultons Park

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Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Launches Brand-New £1 Fun Card

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach Invites Guests to Ride AVIKTAS Early in Technical Rehearsal Event

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Alton Towers Water Park: Splash-tastic Fun for All!

Remembering Pleasure Island Family Theme Park

Remembering The Beastie: The Compact Ride that contained several head chopper effects

What Forces Do You Feel on a Roller Coaster?

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

Remembering Whirlwind at Camelot

OPINION

The Odyssey at Fantasy Island — Underrated Thrill or Over-hyped?

Is Fast Track Killing the Fun for Regular Visitors?

Will Smaller UK Theme Parks Survive the Next Decade?

Should UK Theme Parks Open Earlier in the Morning?

Duel Was Fun — The Curse Is Dark. Which Works Better?

Could We Be Stepping Into the UK’s Best Theme Park Land at Paultons Park on May 16th? VALGARD Might Just Change Everything

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

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Theme Parks in the Midlands: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill-Seekers and Families

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Gold Rush at Drayton Manor

Theme Parks Near Birmingham: The Ultimate Guide

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Theme Parks Near Manchester: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers

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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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Visitor Guides

Drakon at Paultons Park: Ride Guide, Height Restrictions & Accessibility

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Ride Drakon at Paultons Park – discover height restrictions, accessibility info, ride details and what to expect.

Thorpe Park Lates 2026: Everything You Need to Know About Extended Opening Nights

Ride Until 9PM at Thorpe Park Lates This May – Tickets from £39

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Twilight Thrills Returns with AVIKTAS – 23rd May at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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PAW Patrol Opens at Chessington World of Adventures: Everything You Need to Know About the UK’s First Pup-Themed Land

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Nemesis Reborn at Alton Towers

Twilight at the Towers Arrives at Alton Towers This May

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SHORT BREAKS

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Cheap Breaks to LEGOLAND Windsor: How to Save Big on Your Trip

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Woodland Lodges at Alton Towers Resort

Best UK Theme Park Staycations for May Half Term 2026

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What’s Included in a LEGOLAND Windsor Resort Short Break in 2026?

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Spring Into Thrills: The Ultimate Spring Break Returns to Thorpe Park

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TRAVEL NEWS

Stormvåg Makes Its Debut – Liseberg Opens a Brand-New Family Ride

A Refreshing Summer at Futuroscope Xperiences

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Holiday World Opens Its Gates for an Incredible 80th Season Celebration

Drop tower attraction Hooghmoed opens at Efteling

OTHER UK NEWS

Aramark UK Officially Commences Trading at Cadbury World

Dinosaur Park Near Tenby Listed for £4 Million

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Viking Raiders Storms Warwick Castle in 2026: A Bold New Era of Live Entertainment

Opinion: Why Britain’s Seaside Piers Still Matter More Than Ever

Warwick Castle Short Break Deal: Get a Second Day FREE

Gulliver’s Valley Stay & Theme Park Entry Deal (Up to 48% Off)

Thorpe Park Lates tickets from just £39

From 23–25 May, the park stays open until 9pm, giving you extra hours to ride your favourite coasters, enjoy the electric evening atmosphere, and experience the UK’s most thrilling rides under the golden evening sky.