Drop in to thrill seekers' paradise

From Alton Towers' highly anticipated Bluey rollercoaster to the huge new Vikings-themed land coming to Paultons Park, 2026 is bringing a wave of new lands, rides and more.

- NATALIE KING

Here we take a look at some of the UK's biggest and most popular theme parks and what new attractions visitors can expect.Paultons Park is adding an entirely new themed land to its map. Valgard: Realm of the Vikings opens on May 16, just in time for half term. It will include three Viking-themed rides: Drakon, the park’s first inverting rollercoaster with a dramatic vertical lift; Vild Swing, which will swing riders 39ft into the air; and Raven, a bobsled ride previously known as the Cobra coaster, which has been redesigned to match the theme.

Paultons Park is perhaps best known as home to Peppa Pig World, so if you are bringing little ones, be sure to stop by to meet the family’s newest member, Evie.

However, the new land is aimed more at older kids and adults, and will also feature a Viking-themed playground and dining hall for a truly immersive experience.

Book online for the opening day at paultonspark.co.uk.

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