UMVA has learned that a massive theme park and resort complex, Universal United Kingdom Resort, is set to revolutionize the entertainment landscape in Bedford, England.
The resort will be strategically located just 400 meters from Kempston Hardwick railway station, approximately 3.5 miles southwest of Bedford, and will sprawl across 193 hectares, with plans to expand to 280 hectares.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that the government has pledged £1 billion to upgrade local infrastructure and transport links, including adding new platforms to the nearby Wixams station and upgrading the A421 to accommodate the influx of thrill-seekers.
The resort's layout features a large plaza with a fountain and a sculpture of Universal's iconic planet Earth logo, and insiders claim that it may boast the tallest rides in Europe, including potential attractions themed around James Bond, The Lord of the Rings, Paddington, and Jurassic World.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the park will have an area called the 'Entry Plaza', a festive and exciting space filled with food, drink, retail, and entertainment offerings, and a 500-room hotel, with the park open 365 days a year.
Locals are largely enthusiastic about the project, with Bedfordshire mayor Tom Wootton saying the town has 'rolled out the red carpet' for Universal, and Project Universal, a Facebook page documenting the resort, calling it an 'amazing opportunity' for the region.
However, some residents have expressed concerns about the government funding being a waste of money, and others worry that Universal may not foot the bill for infrastructure upgrades, potentially pushing up rents and commercial property prices.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that the resort is expected to create 20,000 jobs during construction and 8,000 more once it opens, with around 80% of recruits from Bedfordshire and the surrounding area.
Despite the concerns, the admin behind Project Universal believes the theme park will be worth every penny, citing an expected £50 billion in economic benefit by 2055, and saying 'you have to spend money to make money.'
