The Construction Desk
Tracking the build at the Universal United Kingdom Resort site — groundworks, planning conditions, infrastructure and milestones. Assembled automatically from published reporting and official documents, always credited to the original source.
Site prep starts for a new Dark Universe attraction
Survey markers and tree removal have appeared behind Dark Universe at Epic Universe, pointing to early work on a new ride expansion.
Victorian well uncovered on Universal UK site near Bedford
Archaeologists have uncovered a 150-year-old well at the Universal United Kingdom Resort site near Bedford, adding a new layer to the project’s history.
Universal adds more sound shielding to Hollywood Drift
Blooloop first reported the move, which comes as Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift runs technical rehearsals at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Drone footage shows £1bn A428 road taking shape
The A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet scheme is moving ahead, with a 10-mile dual carriageway under construction between Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
Universal Hollywood adds barriers after coaster noise row
Universal Studios Hollywood will add sound barriers after coaster noise complaints, with Bedford watchers reminded how quickly noise becomes an issue.