Theme parks6 days ago'I bought the theme park I loved growing up'New owner James Mellors says he wants to put Lightwater Valley back on the map.6 days ago8 days agoHistorical theme park seeks to expandThe team behind the park say it could attract one million people a year in the near future. 8 days ago8 days agoVisitors relive youth on 100-year-old water chuteFans say the ride holds special childhood memories and "everyone gets to be a kid again".8 days ago2 Apr 2026Attractions 'fighting for life' as season startsPark bosses say they are investing to grow visitor numbers, after some closures in recent years.2 Apr 20262 Apr 2026Water chute celebrates centenary with 100 ridersDuring BBC Northampton's breakfast show,100 people will descend the attraction at Wicksteed Park.2 Apr 202625 Mar 2026Decision on drive-throughs near Universal delayedThe Environment Agency says the site is on a floodplain and is not "essential infrastructure".25 Mar 202625 Mar 2026The theme park boom that could generate billionsBBC South looks at new plans for theme parks across the region and their potential impact. 25 Mar 202623 Mar 2026Blenheim backs £600m historical theme park planThe Puy du Fou attraction would bring "genuine variety and ambition", the palace's CEO says.23 Mar 202621 Mar 2026Minecraft World to open at Chessington World of AdventuresThe £50m project is expected to open at Chessington World of Adventures, near London, in 2027. 21 Mar 2026...
