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Death of the theme park: Why some of Britain's best-loved traditional attractions are shutting their rides for good
And Britain's oldest theme park Wicksteed Park in Kettering, Northamptonshire, last month warned it was under threat of closure with the owner blaming the Budget. In Southend, Mr Miller said the ...
‘It’s a huge loss for families’ All the UK theme parks that have closed in recent years – and the ones that are at risk
BRITS have been left devastated after the huge Oakwood Theme Park confirmed that are closing down after 40 years – as one of the latest closures in recent months. The Welsh theme park was ...
Seaside town once derided as UK's worst now 'on the rise' with world's longest pier
It is often associated with built-up towns and cities, but one coastal town is proving increasingly popular with tourists ...
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Adventure Island rides team leader nominated for award
Max Sadgrove, who is a rides team leader at the Southend theme park, has been named as a top ten finalist for the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar 2025 Awards. This award celebrates people in ...
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The UK's 'worst seaside town' that's now the 'Miami of Britain' thanks to its golden beach
Originally opening in 1918, it has grown from a children’s play area into a full amusement park. Another standout attraction is the Southend Pier, which at 1.3 miles long is the world’s ...