Nick's ERT #99- Mind the Map: Universal's British Invasion

In this very special episode of Nick's ERT for the Season Pass Podcast , Nick is joined by Hannah, Chris, Nikki and Jamie as they dive headfirst into the now-confirmed plans for Universal Studios UK , officially announced by the UK government! Set to open in 2031 with construction beginning in 2026 , the park will be built in Bedford , marking a monumental moment in UK theme park history. The gang unpacks the huge news, speculates on what major IPs might be featured, imagines possible rides and themed lands, and explores the ripple effect this could have on the rest of the UK's theme park industry. Will we see Hogwarts next to Jurassic World? Could the Minions finally conquer Britain? And what will this mean for parks like Alton Towers and Thorpe Park? Join us for a lively discussion filled with excitement, hot takes, and a bit of British theme park banter as we look ahead to what could be a true game-changer on the horizon. Spoiler: Chris is already scouting flats in Bedford.

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Nick's ERT #99- Mind the Map: Universal's British Invasion is an episode from The Season Pass: The Essential Theme Park Podcast by Douglas Barnes.

This episode is 39:49 long.

This episode was published on Apr 14, 2025.

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