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Covering the Universal United Kingdom Resort in Bedford — also searched as Universal Studios Bedford.

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The Traitors heads to Universal CityWalk Orlando’s bar space

Universal CityWalk Orlando is getting a limited-time Traitors-themed bar takeover inside Universal’s Great Movie Escape.

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It’s Official! Welcome to Universal United Kingdom Resort: Unpacking the Historic £7.3 Billion Mega-Deal

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Black Cat road works add tunnel to Bedfordshire scheme

A new Black Cat dual carriageway includes a tunnel, with the wider Bedfordshire road scheme still under construction.

about 15 hours ago
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Universal backs DreamWorks hotel and water park in Pattaya

Universal Destinations & Experiences is adding a DreamWorks-themed hotel and 16,000-square-metre water park to Aquatique Pattaya by 2033.

about 15 hours ago
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Comcast’s UK theme park plan moves into delivery

Seeking Alpha first flagged Comcast NBCUniversal’s latest move. Here is what is now confirmed about Universal United Kingdom Resort near Bedford.

about 15 hours ago
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Universal UK jobs: what’s confirmed and where to watch

A practical guide to confirmed jobs, construction hiring, apprenticeships and the official places to follow Universal UK careers.

about 15 hours ago
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Universal United Kingdom Resort vs Epic Universe for US fans

A practical guide for American Universal fans comparing the Bedford resort with Epic Universe and planning a UK trip.

3 days ago
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Where Universal UK is being built and how to get there

A practical guide to the Kempston Hardwick site south-west of Bedford, with road, rail and local orientation for visitors and residents.

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  1. –Halloween Horror Nights UK event planned from year one
  2. ▲21The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be at Bedford
  3. ▼1First major recruitment drive expected in 2028-2029
  4. ▼1Mardi Gras seasonal celebration for Bedford
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Universal UK: quick answers

01.Is Universal really coming to Bedford?

Yes. Universal confirmed the Universal United Kingdom Resort for Bedford, and the UK Government has approved the Special Development Order covering the site. Construction activity is under way.

02.Where exactly will Universal UK be built?

On around 480 acres at Kempston Hardwick, just south of Bedford — roughly 50 miles north of London, beside the Marston Vale railway line and close to the planned Wixams station.

03.When does Universal UK open?

The resort is scheduled to open in 2031. Our opening date tracker follows every milestone between now and then.

04.Which rides and themed lands will it have?

Nothing ride-specific is officially confirmed yet. Credible rumours point to franchises like Nintendo and Harry Potter — our rumour tracker and rides guide follow the evidence as it develops.

05.How big will the resort be?

The site covers approximately 480 acres, with a theme park, hotels, and an entertainment district planned — one of the largest theme park developments ever proposed in the UK.

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