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Universal United Kingdom Resort

The latest news on Universal Studios UK, Universal United Kingdom Resort, in Bedford. Updates on the proposed Universal Studios theme park,  including plans, reaction, and local coverage…

An artist impression of how the new Universal Theme Park might look. It has a huge lake in the centre with various themed areas around it. it also show the entrance and 'city walk'

Breaking news: Universal Studios UK gets green light for £50bn Bedford theme park opening 2031

A new Universal Studios theme park and resort is set to be built at Kempston Hardwick, Bedford, after the government officially confirmed a multi-billion-pound deal with Universal...
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Universal Globe at theme park. Image: Universal Destinations & Experiences

Too soon for detailed Universal train station plans says senior Borough Council officer

Detailed plans for a Universal Studios version of Wixams Station do not exist, a senior council officer has told councillors. After an update on the new train station during last night’s Environment...
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The former Debenhams building. Image: Bedford Independent

Letters: The future can be bright for Bedford if we react to opportunities ahead

Andrew Ruff’s suggestion of using the ground floor of Debenhams as an indoor market is an intriguing and innovative idea. However, I suspect that no feasible shopping proposal for the...
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Universal Theme Park happy family with globe. Image: Universal Destinations and Experiences

Universal Studios UK: The story so far

Excitement continues to grow as Bedford Borough remains at the centre of plans for the UK’s first Universal Studios theme park. The proposed resort has the potential to transform the...
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Universal Theme Park happy family with globe. Image: Universal Destinations and Experiences

Local MP disappointed at response to Universal Studios questions

North Bedfordshire MP Richard Fuller (Conservative) has expressed disappointment at a response to a joint letter from him and Blake Stephenson (Mid Bedfordshire, Conservative...
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St Paul's Square, Bedford Bedford town centre

Bedford Ian writes…

31 January 2025: Burn baby burn, Table for 'two' many, No queue jumping, and Damned if you do..., Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough...
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Universal Theme Park happy family with globe. Image: Universal Destinations and Experiences

“No update” on Universal project despite growth speech speculation

Bedfordians were disappointed today (Wednesday) after Chancellor Rachel Reeves failed to give an update on negotiations between the Government and Universal Parks & Destinations...
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Universal Globe at theme park. Image: Universal Destinations & Experiences

Bedford Ian writes…

24 January 2025: Route E or not Route E?, Universal misinformation, Luton-ing in circles, and Colm-on!, Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough...
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Universal Theme Park happy family with globe. Image: Universal Destinations and Experiences

Is Bedford’s Universal theme park about to be given the green light?

Rumours that the government will use a speech by the Chancellor of the Exchequer to give the green light to Bedford's Universal Studios are gathering pace, following an article on the Bloomberg website...
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Wixams Station Artist Impression. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Progress of Universal theme park could pause Wixams station development

A senior borough councillor officer said there could be a “hiatus” on the construction of Wixams station if a new design has to be drawn up for the Universal Studios theme park. Jon Shortland, chief officer – planning...
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