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Check out the Thorpe Park blog for the latest theme park news and events, as well as tips for planning the best family day out or thrill seeker adventure.
Key Visual Branding For 2019
  • Tuesday March 12th 2019
  • Michael

2019 Opening Day Tips

With opening day a little over two weeks away, we want to give you a head start to the season with some tips that you can use on the day and throughout the year!

Events Line Up Poster 2019
  • Tuesday March 5th 2019
  • Michael

A Season of Experiences Like No Other!

It’s dropped! Our amazing season of experiences Like No Other!

As well as our fantastic rides and attractions, we’ve got a whole season of events that you can’t afford to miss!

Gamefx Logo
  • Tuesday February 26th 2019
  • Michael

Downloading at Thorpe Park – GameFX

Did you ever have that dream where you wake up and you have all the current games consoles and a huge TV and you can just invite all your mates over and game all day?

Chuck some roller coasters into the mix and we can make your dreams come true!

Island Ticket Centre Sign
  • Tuesday February 19th 2019
  • Michael

Save the Date

As we head towards March and opening day, the Island Ticket Centre will be open to collect your Merlin Annual and Season Passes and register for your Ride Access Passes! Grab your diaries and make a note of these important dates…

Passholder Day, Saturday 23rd March Promo
  • Tuesday February 12th 2019
  • Michael

5 Thorpe Park Bucket List Items to Conquer at Passholder Day

Saturday 23rd March is our Passholder Day! The first opportunity for you lucky Thorpe Park fans to have exclusive access to the Island. Who's hyped!?

Map Of Merlin Attractions In London
  • Tuesday February 5th 2019
  • Michael

Location, Location, Location

Do you live in or near London? Do you enjoy days out with mates? Always looking for something different to do? We have the answer…

London is one of the most diverse and exciting places on the planet. It’s a melting pot of culture, cuisine, shopping and things to do! That’s where we come in.

Season Pass Promo
  • Tuesday January 29th 2019
  • Michael

5 Reasons why a Season Pass Makes Sense

Our first Passholder’s day will be held on Saturday 23rd March. Still dubious about buying a Season Pass? Think it’s a clever ploy for us to own your souls?

Think again with these 5 reasons why a Season Pass makes sense…

Nicola Grindelli
  • Tuesday January 22nd 2019
  • Michael

Introducing: Nicola Gridelli

We had a good old chat with Ride Host and Operator Nicola Gridelli. She told us a bit about her job in the Rides and Attractions department and her journey from ride host to operating some of the top attractions in the UK!

James Abraham
  • Tuesday January 15th 2019
  • Michael

Introducing: James Abraham

You may not know James but you've probably seen his work. We caught up with THORPE PARK Resort's Creative Executive to find out where he gets his inspiration and how to get where you want to be in this industry.

Thorpe Park Blog Logo
  • Tuesday January 15th 2019
  • Michael

Getting Over The January Blues

There is so much jammed into the last quarter of the year!

As soon as the leaves start turning those beautiful shades of red and orange, we know that FRIGHT NIGHTS is on our doorstep. After a month of scares, we’re rewarded with bonfire night and as Santa shaped chocolate has been in the shops for six weeks by this point, Christmas and New Years are not far off.

And then, nothing…

Happy New Year From Thorpe Park
  • Wednesday January 2nd 2019
  • Michael

New Years Ride-olution

Ok, so you’ve failed at your new year’s resolutions, now for the serious stuff. Why not set yourself some thrill seeking resolutions?

Tis the season, Thorpe Park Christmas visual
  • Tuesday December 25th 2018
  • THORPE PARK Resort Team

Merry Christmas from THORPE PARK Resort

It’s Christmas Day! The only day of the year when it is totally acceptable to spend the whole day watching TV and eating chocolate!

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