Universally Bedford

Construction Updates

Track the progress of Universal Studios Bedford's development from site preparation to grand opening.

Overall Progress
Site development status
Phase 125%
Current Phase
Active development

Site Preparation

Earthworks and infrastructure

In Progress
Estimated Completion
Target opening

May 2031

Grand opening scheduled

~6 years remaining

Development Timeline

SDO Approval
January 2025Westminster
completed

UK Government approves Special Development Order (SDO)

Site Preparation
Q1-Q2 2025Bedford
in progress

Initial site clearance, earthworks, and preparation work begins

Infrastructure Development
2025-2027Bedford & Wixams
upcoming

Roads, utilities, Wixams railway station upgrades, and infrastructure installation

Foundation & Structure Work
2027-2029Bedford
upcoming

Foundation laying and structural work for main park buildings

Theming & Attraction Installation
2029-2030Bedford
upcoming

Themed lands construction, ride installation, and show development

Final Testing & Soft Opening
Q1-Q2 2031Bedford
upcoming

Ride testing, staff training, and soft opening events

Grand Opening
May 2031Bedford
upcoming

Universal Studios UK officially opens to the public

Latest Photos

Construction photos coming soon

Check back regularly for updates on construction progress, site preparation, and development milestones.

Site Location

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Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire

Approximately 50 miles north of London, near Kempston Hardwick

Transport Links

Connected to the Midland Main Line via the planned Wixams railway station

Rail AccessA421 Nearby
Site Size

~480 acres

One of the largest theme park developments in the UK