Compound: Alton Towers announces new scare maze
Alton Towers has announced a new scare maze attraction for its 2024 Halloween Scarefest event. Named 'Compound', it is recommended for ages 12+.
Thorpe Park clarifies temporary ride closures
Thorpe Park has given more details of ride and attractions closures taking effect from next month. Rumba Rapids is closed for "winter maintenance".
Thorpe Park: Rumba Rapids closing on 9 September
Thorpe Park has revealed that the Rumba Rapids water ride will be closed from 9 September. It is unclear if the Intamin-built ride will reopen in 2025.
Review: Pleasure Beach Skegness (2024)
We review the Botton family-owned Pleasure Beach in Skegness on a busy August Saturday. The current business has been in existence since 1965.
Wicker Man reopens after smoke incident repairs
Alton Towers' Wicker Man rollercoaster has reopened three weeks after smoke was seen emanating from its track. It had been closed since 26 July 2024.
Oakwood theme park lost £2.3 million in 2023
Oakwood theme park lost almost £2.3 million in the year to 31 October 2023, accounts show. The Welsh attraction made £702,000 profit in 2022.
Gyros, Blackpool Pleasure Beach: Menu and prices
We take a look at the August 2024 menu and prices for the Gyros food outlet at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. It is located in front of the arena.
Gyro Swing coming to Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has procured an Intamin Gyro Swing flat ride, recently-filed documents suggest.