Track the progress of Universal UK's development from site preparation to grand opening.
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Construction Begins
Official groundbreaking and construction start — site preparation and earthworks under way
In Progress
May 2031
Grand opening scheduled
Universal acquires the 480-acre former brickworks site at Kempston Hardwick, Bedford
Official groundbreaking and construction start — site preparation and earthworks under way
Universal Studios Florida has demolished Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit as construction continues on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.
Universal Studios Japan is said to be eyeing land north of the park, while Universal has not confirmed the plan.
Survey markers and tree removal have appeared behind Dark Universe at Epic Universe, pointing to early work on a new ride expansion.
Archaeologists have uncovered a 150-year-old well at the Universal United Kingdom Resort site near Bedford, adding a new layer to the project’s history.
Blooloop first reported the move, which comes as Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift runs technical rehearsals at Universal Studios Hollywood.
The A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet scheme is moving ahead, with a 10-mile dual carriageway under construction between Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Approximately 50 miles north of London, near Kempston Hardwick
Connected to the Midland Main Line via the planned Wixams railway station
~480 acres
One of the largest theme park developments in the UK
