Universal Studios Great Britain

[Mike_vndt]

@ricardomax

and it’s 40mins on the train from the same London train station that the Eurostar goes into - so it’s pretty easy for international visitors to reach.

Didn’t realize it was that close. Definitely makes more sense then

[ErikTheRed64]

Let the wild speculation begin!

[ErikTheRed64]

Weren’t their plans for “Universal Studios London” like 30-35 years ago that motivated Eisner to rush Disneyland Paris and beat them to a European resort?

[josephmatt]

@len

From what I’ve heard, this will be a smaller park, with a handful (maybe as few as 2) lands to start. That’s all speculative right now. We should know more soon.

Yeah, this is smaller than IOA but larger than the kids park. I’ve heard Minions, Jurassic Park, Paddington, Bond, and a fifth land plus a classic Hollywood themed entrance area.

@ErikTheRed64

Weren’t their plans for “Universal Studios London” like 30-35 years ago that motivated Eisner to rush Disneyland Paris and beat them to a European resort?

Yup, like a lot of the older projects it didn’t go through as Universal was mostly licensing the name out to others, not funding it internally. See: Universal Studios Dubai

[ErikTheRed64]

@bebe80

Rumored opening 2030.

Potential new intellectual property rumors: James Bond, Paddington Bear, Lord of the Rings.

Tragically, Christopher Tolkien is no longer alive to preserve the integrity of his father’s work (see Rings of Power). But i hope Universal is smart enough to follow Rowling’s example and be as authentic as possible, costs be damned.

Granted, an exact replica of the Shire would be impractical for guests to experience. But maybe at least a replica of Bag End. Obviously the main attractions will have to be Rohan and Mordor. And yes, i suppose something to represent the Elves as well

[len]

Paddington is one of the properties I’ve heard from everyone. LOTR is another, but that seems less clear.

[ryan1]

Despite my love for LOTR, I have a hard time imagining it as part of a theme park. What would that entail? Maybe a river ride taking you from Lothlorien to Rohan or something? Experiencing Rivendell?

I am not convinced it lends itself to theme park faire.

[josephmatt]

I’ll throw this in too - no Orlando rides will be here so expect different rides for Minions and other JP rides besides JPRA and VC.

[missoverexcited]

Universal Studios writes to Bedfordshire residents about theme park plan Universal Studios writes to Bedfordshire residents about theme park plan - BBC News

[ErikTheRed64]

@Shmebulock

Have to admit that I’m glad to hear rumours suggesting that it will be predominantly indoor lands and attractions.
Makes sense

England has plenty of outdoor amusement parks

[Shmebulock]

That is true.
I’ve been to most of them.
And they’re crap in the rain

[missoverexcited]

And as I think you already mentioned, they only open for about 6 months of the year.

[ErikTheRed64]

@missoverexcited

Really not excited by those IPs.

Well then boo to you

[bebe80]

Universal Studios Great Britain — Master Plans for UK Theme Park & Resort

Universal Studios Great Britain - MASTER PLANS FOR UK THEME PARK RESORT

[len]

Ahh, Alicia got it!!! Yayyy!