BREAKING: NAME REVEALED for Universal's NEW UK Theme Park

Universal is currently building a new theme park and resort in Bedford, United Kingdom, which is 45 miles north of London. This project now has a name – get ready for Universal United Kingdom Resort!

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We don’t have many details on the Universal UK resort just yet. Universal promises several themed lands in the theme park with retail, dining, and entertainment spots, plus a new on-site resort hotel.

Rumoured lands and attractions are themed to Lord of the Rings, James Bond, Despicable Me, Paddington, and more – but nothing has been confirmed yet by Universal. If they stick to the released concept art, the park will feature multiple roller coasters and even a volcano surrounding a central lake, but it’s still subject to change.

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The project is Universal’s first major destination in the UK and Europe. Universal United Kingdom Resort is expected to take five years to build with a budget of over £5 million. The park will bring nearly 20,000 jobs during construction and a further 8,000 jobs when it opens in 2031. Universal has committed to world-class training opportunities for the next generation of its workforce, including apprenticeships and internships for Oxford-Cambridge students.

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“Today marks a significant milestone on our journey to bring Universal United Kingdom Resort, featuring immersive storytelling, thrilling attractions and unparalleled creativity and innovation to the UK,” said Mark Woodbury, Chairman and CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences. “This new theme park and resort will create so many new opportunities for the people of Bedford and beyond and allow us to share our distinct experiences with guests from around the world.”

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As of our last update in March, the park is still in the very early stages of construction. Universal had just filed permits to improve infrastructure in and around the site to support the future construction of the theme park. Universal United Kingdom Resort’s first step is to build a new water treatment facility. It will utilise a sustainable process to reuse and recycle water without taking the city’s resources. They will also enhance water management by capturing rainwater to reuse and prevent flooding.

There will also be new transportation improvements. Universal will build one of the UK’s largest electric vehicle charging facilities for guests. Universal will also provide a fleet of private EVs to bring guests from local transportation hubs to the resort. Plus, an expanded Wixams railway station, direct slip roads from the A421, and other local road improvements will make getting there much easier for guests. The UK government will support infrastructure improvement with an investment of £1.3 billion.