A Huge World-Class Waterpark Coming Soon To UK – Similar To Ones In The US
A HUGE new indoor waterpark could soon open in the UK – and it will be the second of it’s kind. Great Wolf Lodge first opened in the US in 1997, with around 20 resorts now in both America and Canada.
Second Indoor Waterpark in UK Set to Open in Basingstoke
And back in 2021, it was announced that the first UK branch would open in Oxfordshire, expected to open later this year. But now a second resort is hoping to open nearby in Basingstoke.
Exciting Features of the Indoor Waterpark
The indoor waterpark could have wave pools and water slides, although more is yet to be revealed. Images showing the expected attraction include a number of indoor rides. Along with the pools, there will also be a 500-room hotel, as well as indoor entertainments such as mini-golf, bowling, arcades, and rope courses. Restaurants, cafes, and bars would also be on-site.
Ticket Prices and Accommodation Details
While official ticket prices haven’t been revealed, day passes would be available for anyone wanting to visit the indoor waterpark and restaurants, along with discounts for locals. Guests will also be able to book overnight stays at the resort too, similar to Butlin’s and Center Parcs. A one-night stay for a family of four at a Great Wolf Resort in the US starts from $199 (£157) a night. The UK resort also hopes to bring as many as 600,000 visitors to the area a year.
Proposed Location for the Waterpark
The proposed site for the attraction is the Basingstoke Golf Centre, with the 27-acres land now being given an agreement between the council and Great Wolf Resorts, until planning permission is given.
Construction Progress and Future Plans
Until then, construction is going ahead on the UK’s first Great Wolf Lodge, in Chesterton near Bicester. The £200million project will include a 500-room hotel along with the indoor waterpark and attractions. Other new Great Wolf Lodge resorts hoping to open include in Orlando and Tennessee.
Upcoming Water Attractions in the UK
Here are some other waterparks set to open too:
- Therme Manchester will have 25 swimming pools, 25 water slides and an indoor beach.
- Modern Surf Manchester will be a surfing lagoon offering lessons to both beginners and experts.
- Chessington World of Adventures waterpark is set to have wave, infinity and spa pools as well as waterslides and cabanas.
- The Cove Resort, Southport is likely to have a water lagoon and a thermal spa with steam rooms and saunas.
- The Seahive, Deal plans to be the “surfing wellness resort” in the UK.