I’ m delighted to present the Experience UK Theme Park Procurement Guide, created to connect global developers and operators with the UK’ s world-class supply chain for themed attractions and immersive experiences.
Round the world, the theme park industry is undergoing a period of rapid and ambitious growth. Landmark developments in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and across the Asia Pacific region, including visionary destinations such as Qiddiya and NEOM, are redefining the scale and ambition of what’ s possible in location-based entertainment.
The United States also continues to lead global innovation in the sector. The recent opening of Epic Universe in Orlando, Universal’ s most ambitious park to date, marks a new chapter in immersive, multi-land destination design. At the same time, Disney and other leading operators are investing in major expansions, upgrades, and reimagining across their existing portfolios. These investments reinforce the long-term strength of the sector and an ongoing appetite for new, high-quality experiences. As global standards continue to rise, operators are seeking expert partners who can deliver creatively, reliably, and at scale, all hallmarks of the UK’ s experience economy. some of the world’ s most iconic and best-loved attractions. From concept to completion, UK companies are recognised for their creativity, technical innovation, and delivery excellence.
The Theme Park Procurement Guide has been developed as a practical resource for anyone involved in the planning, development, or operation of theme parks and immersive destinations. Whether you are sourcing creative talent, design partners, fabrication specialists, AV and media suppliers, or operational experts, this guide offers a direct route to trusted UK companies shaping the future of themed entertainment.
Thank you to all those who have contributed to this publication.
With best wishes, Ian Clappison, CEO – Experience UK
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The UK itself is also attracting new international interest. Universal’ s proposal for a major new theme park in the South of England has made global headlines and signals significant potential for further inward investment, with planning submitted, it is hoped the park will be operational by 2031. Similarly, the French operator Puy du Fou has submitted a planning application for a £ 600 million historical theme park near Bicester, Oxfordshire. The project, planned to open in phases from 2029, will feature period villages, live shows, themed hotels, restaurants, and a conference centre, creating 2,000 direct jobs and supporting an estimated 6,000 more across the local economy.
This growing global momentum places the UK in a uniquely advantageous position. Our ecosystem of designers, engineers, producers, and specialists has helped deliver
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