# Nick's ERT  #106- Epic Returns & Theme Park Futures

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Podcast: [The Season Pass: The Essential Theme Park Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-season-pass-the-essential-theme-park-podcast-531995)
Published: 2026-01-27T03:04:00+00:00
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## Resource

Nick is joined by Adam for a packed episode of Nick's ERT , diving deep into the latest theme park news from the UK, Europe, and beyond. Adam is gearing up for his second visit to Epic Universe , and the pair discuss what makes a return trip so exciting — and what Adam is most looking forward to experiencing again. Back on home turf, they break down Paultons Park's brand-new Viking land, discuss the arrival of Paw Patrol at Chessington World of Adventures , and speculate on what the future might hold for Chessington — including rumours of a potential Minecraft -themed area. Elsewhere in the UK, they chat about Bluey's continued theme park expansion at Alton Towers Resort , and take a look north to Blackpool , where a dramatic new Gyro Swing ride is set to change the skyline. Internationally, Nick and Adam discuss the newly announced LEGO Space coaster planned for California and Florida , and ask the big question: should something similar come to Windsor to help compete with Universal's expected UK arrival around 2031? They also touch on guest experience concerns at Busch Gardens , questioning locker charging policies, before finishing in Paris with thoughts on Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris — including excitement around its upcoming Frozen-themed ride .

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