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Details: Written by: Tom Faull; Published: 16 June 2026

Adventure Coast Partners with Semnox Solutions for Cloud-Based Cashless Transformation

Adventure Coast Southport has successfully transitioned to a fully cloud-based, cashless management system, as part of a broader programme of work to improve systems and the guest experience.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 12 June 2026

VAC 2026 Programme Goes Live as Landmark UK Attractions Event Returns to London

The programme for the annual Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC) 2026 has been launched, marking a return for one of the industry's premier networking and learning events.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 10 June 2026

Judging Panel Announced for UK Theme Park Awards 2026

The judging panel for the UK Theme Park Awards 2026 has been confirmed, featuring experts from across the attractions industry.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 08 June 2026

IAAPA Expo Europe 2026 Registration Opens as Event Returns to London

Registration has opened for IAAPA Expo Europe 2026, marking the highly anticipated return of the premier event for the leisure and attractions industry to the British capital.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 05 June 2026

National Attractions Marketing Conference 2026 Round-Up

Deliberate Memory-Making in Chaotic Times: Key Takeaways from the National Attractions Marketing Conference 2026

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 03 June 2026

Comcast NBCUniversal and the UK government have formalised a historic £7.3 billion ($9.8 billion) development agreement.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 01 June 2026

Over 14,000 Nominations Received as UK Theme Park Awards 2026 Deadline Approaches

The momentum is building for the UK Theme Park Awards 2026, with an impressive 14,701 nominations already submitted by the public and industry professionals.

Details: Written by: Lawrence Roots; Published: 28 May 2026

What’s Next for Attractions? 11 Key Trends Shaping the Visitor Economy

The visitor attractions sector is undergoing a fascinating period of evolution. At the recent BALPPA Marketing Seminar, hosted at Paultons Park, industry professionals gathered to look beyond immediate operational hurdles and explore the overarching trends steering investor strategies, marketing narratives, and guest expectations.