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Official announcements and breaking news about Universal United Kingdom Resort

Halloween Horror Nights 35 returns to Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando's annual fright event is back for its 35th year, with houses, scare zones, live entertainment and food and drink.

USJ confirms talks over Osaka land that could expand the park
The operator says it is in preliminary talks about a long-term lease, while Osaka has set out a possible timeline for the site.

Universal Nights expands to five fall dates at Epic Universe
Universal Orlando has added three fall dates for Universal Nights at Epic Universe, taking the limited-capacity event to five nights.

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Milton Keynes starts planning for Universal-linked growth
Milton Keynes City Council wants businesses ready for the Universal United Kingdom Resort opening in 2031 as it maps out wider growth plans.

Attractions Podcast flags Halloween Horror Nights opening
Attractions Magazine’s latest podcast roundup centres on Halloween Horror Nights Orlando, with no confirmed link to Universal UK.

Universal locks in 2031 target for Bedford resort
Universal United Kingdom Resort now has a public opening window, with construction due to start in 2026 and an opening targeted for 2031.

How the Bedfordshire resort could boost a neighbour
BBC reporting suggests the Universal UK resort could spill over into Northamptonshire, with jobs, visitors and infrastructure now seen as regional issues.

Halloween Horror Nights 2026 starts with a practical guide
Inside Universal’s guide arrives as Halloween Horror Nights 2026 opens at Universal Studios Hollywood on 3 September.

Universal Orlando kicks off Halloween Horror Nights 2026
Attractions Magazine is tracking Premium Scream Night and opening night as Halloween Horror Nights 2026 gets underway at Universal Orlando.

Universal UK's regional impact case reaches Bedford and Luton
An economic impact analysis has put Bedford, Luton and nearby hubs at the centre of the 2031 Universal UK debate.

Peterborough begins sizing up Universal resort benefits
Local leaders are starting to examine how Peterborough might benefit from Universal United Kingdom Resort and the wider regional investment.

Bedford meeting puts Universal UK benefits in focus
Government and local leaders met in Bedford to co-ordinate how the Universal United Kingdom Resort will benefit the wider region before 2031.