Review: Hyperia rollercoaster, Thorpe Park
We review the new Hyperia rollercoaster at Thorpe Park. At 236 feet, it became the UK's tallest rollercoaster.
Opening hours cut at some Merlin attractions
Some UK attractions operated by Merlin Entertainments have seen their opening hours cut in recent changes. Madame Tussauds London and Alton Towers are affected.
Bounce: Oakwood responds to ‘inaccuracies’
Oakwood theme park has responded to what it describes as "inaccuracies" relating to an incident on the Bounce ride. Minor injuries were reported on Wednesday.
Gold Rush: Drayton Manor ride to open 26 July
Drayton Manor has confirmed that its new Intimin rollercoaster Gold Rush will open on 26 July. It will be a Lift & Launch model rollercoaster.
Oakwood: Injuries reported on Bounce drop ride
Minor injuries have been reported after the Bounce drop tower at Oakwood theme park was emergency stopped. The ride has been closed until further notice.
Alton Towers Dungeon closes for Scarefest maze
The Alton Towers Dungeon closed this week, as the attraction prepares to be converted into scare maze for the Halloween Scarefest event.
Pleasure Beach becomes Blackpool FC sponsor
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has become the principal sponsor of Blackpool Football Club, it has been announced. The park's logo will adorn the 2024-2025 kit.