Universal Destinations & Experiences have confirmed they have bought land in the UK for possible use as a theme park site, according to the Bedford Independent.
What’s Happening:
- Universal Studios could be expanding into the UK, as they have confirmed to have bought land in Bedford.
- According to the Bedford Independent, they revealed that “Universal Studios has confirmed it has purchased land in Bedford, which it is exploring as a possible theme park site.”
- A spokesperson from Universal Destinations & Experiences said, “We recently acquired land in Bedford [Borough] and are in the early stages of exploring its feasibility for a potential park and resort at this site.
- “It will be many months before we are ready to make a decision to proceed, and we look forward to engaging with all relevant stakeholders and the local community.”
- Right now, they are “still very early in planning this potential project”.
- They said, “We support Bedford’s vision of becoming a prosperous place to live, work, and visit, and we take a proactive approach to partnering with local communities and stakeholders, like Bedford Borough Council, when pursuing potential projects.”
- Universal Studios has confirmed they are always on the lookout for new locations around the world, and the UK was an ideal destination.
- The location would make a great spot as it is close to London, the Harry Potter Studios near Watford, and the cities of Oxford and Cambridge, making it an ideal tourist destination spot.
- Universal Destinations and Experiences have announced a number of recent expansion plans including a new family-centric park called Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas as well as a year-round haunt experience named Universal Horror Unleashed at Area 15 in Las Vegas.
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