Retro Squad rides to leave Alton Towers
The temporary flat rides known as the Retro Squad are to leave Alton Towers at the end of this season. They were introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Thorpe Park to re-brand in 2024
Thorpe Park is expected to rebrand itself in 2024, after several hints were released relating to the park’s logo. It has been in place since 2008.
Hyperia: 2024 rollercoaster goes vertical
Hyperia – Thorpe Park’s 2024 rollercoaster – has had the first of its supports installed at the Surrey theme park.
Hyperia: Thorpe Park rollercoaster named
Thorpe Park has confirmed that the name of its new rollercoaster will be Hyperia. Opening in spring 2024, it will be the UK’s tallest rollercoaster.
Merlin launches new Engineering Academy
Merlin Entertainments has launched a new apprenticeship programme called the Merlin Engineering Academy. Applications are also open for 2024.
Cadbury World: Merlin Pass access begins early
Cadbury World has been added to the Merlin Annual Pass ahead of a previously-announced schedule.
Merlin Annual Pass: Pre-booking hub opens
The long-waited pre-booking hub for holders of all types of Merlin Annual Passes opened on Monday.
Shockwave: Stand-up train to be removed
The Shockwave rollercoaster at Drayton Manor is to have its stand-up train removed this season.