According to a BBC source, the new Universal Studios theme park to be built near Bedford, UK, will have among its world-famous brands James Bond, Paddington Bear and Lord of the Rings, although attractions based on Harry Potter are not expected.
This is because the Universal site is only a 40-minute drive from the Warner Bros Studio Tour in Leavesden, Hertfordshire.
Work on the site is expected to begin next year at Kempston Hardwick, following planning permission, and the park should open in 2031.
The zones named so far will probably be joined by others with rides and attractions themed on Back to the Future, Jurassic Park and Minions.
Meanwhile, Blackpool Pleasure Beach CEO Amanda Thompson has gone on record for the first time to comment on the Universal project.
She told local media: “I am thrilled that Universal has chosen the UK as the country to invest in. It is wonderful that Sir Kier Starmer’s government have supported this venture. The industry has at last been recognised as an area worth investing in.
"This will bring inbound tourism as well as supporting the UK economy. I hope this project will give our government the determination to understand the value of leisure and entertainment and demonstrate their commitment to our industry.
"I have supported this project from the start.”
