The Unofficial Universal United Kingdom Podcast

The Unofficial Universal United Kingdom Podcast

A podcast covering the creation of the Universal park being built in Bedford, UK, set to open in 2031.

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September 18, 2026 • 64 mins

On this episode we take a look at Halloween Horror Nights, Universal's premier scare event.

As the Universal United Kingdom Resort is scheduled to include HHN, we take a look at what the event actually entails.

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On this episode we take a look at what another of Universals theme parks from around the world, to help us better understabd what the park coming to Bedford may look like.

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July 17, 2026 • 84 mins

On this episode we discuss the rumours surrounding the lands and events at the forthcoming Bedford park.

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On this episode we discuss the official name reveal for the park coming to Bedford and end with another part of our segment "The Universal Difference", this time focusing on "The On-Site Experience".

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On this episode we discuss the theme parks in the UK and Europe that will have an effect on the new Universal park coming to Bedford and end with another part of our segment "THe Universal Difference", this time focusing on "The Bubble".

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On this episode Guy and Dawn tell us about their recent trip to Universal Orlando, we answer a listener question about the amount of attractions coming to the Bedford park and we end by discussing the differences in a Universal "Theme Park" compared to your average amusement park

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On this episode we discuss Universal Parks and Destinations getting a home base in the UK and then we dissect the initial concept art that was released and give our thoughts on it.

Here is the link to the concept art 4K image - https://www.reddit.com/r/rollercoasters/comments/1jv7fad/universal_studios_great_britain_concept_art_4k/?rdt=34489

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On this episode we discuss the passing of the construction commencement date and then share some listener wishes for the new park.

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On this episode we discuss the latest planning information for the park and then give you our three wishes for the new park.

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On this episode we finish up going through, and discussing, the Information Pack that was released in April 2024 and discuss it.

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November 3, 2025 • 61 mins

On this episode we continue to go through the Information Pack that was released in April 2024 and discuss it.

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On this episode we go through the questions that were asked of residents, as part of the local survey sent out in June 2025 and then we go through the first part of the Information Pack that was released in April 2024.

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On this episode we go through the correspondance sent out by Universal to the local community, updating them on the Universal Theme Park coming to Bedford and discuss them.

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On this first episode of the podcast, the 4 hosts discuss their theme park and Universal histories and then they go through the history of Universal Theme Parks leading up to the announcement of the new park to be built in Bedford.

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Coming soon, The Unofficial Universal Great Britain Podcast will be covering the construction of the Bedford based Universal Theme Park from inception, through construction, to opening and beyond.

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