Bricking it: The Universal Studios UK Podcast

Harry Potter evidence is mounting—and Universal UK may already be planning its first major expansion. The Wrecking It team examines newly released project documents, matching reference numbers and the latest Universal UK Resort rumours. Could the Bedford theme park open with Forbidden Journey, then add a Hagrid-style coaster or another original Wizarding World attraction? They also discuss why Uni...

A Wizarding World tender may be the strongest Harry Potter clue yet for Universal United Kingdom Resort. The Brick’n It team examines a contractor portal listing that appeared to connect Universal UK Resort with the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. They break down the project codes, the listing’s sudden redaction, the decision to lock the portal behind a login, and why a similar sequence preceded...

Universal Studios UK construction is visibly transforming the Bedford site—and the potential impact on local jobs could be enormous. The hosts examine the demolished guardhouse, major land grading, new road alignments, electrical cable rerouting, lake plans and water recycling systems proposed for the resort. They also debate what a year-round Universal theme park could mean for Bedford’s hotels,...

Universal UK Resort construction has uncovered a potentially major archaeological surprise: two remarkably preserved stone wells, one of which appears absent from official records and may be far older than its assumed Victorian date. The Bricking It hosts examine the latest Universal Studios UK site activity, including the Manor Road closure, earth-moving preparations, cone penetration testing, ar...

Universal UK theme park construction updates lead this episode, including Wixams railway station shuttle plans, Manor Road widening, Kempston Hardwick access, Lake Zone offices, asbestos delays and possible Saxon archaeology at the Bedford resort site. Andy, Lawrence and Mike also unpack the latest activity across the Core Zone, West Gateway Zone and surrounding roads before discussing how visitor...

Universal Studios UK construction is accelerating—and the Back to the Future coaster debate is getting serious. This episode covers the latest work around Manor Road, the core zone, new haul routes, tree clearance and the huge quantities of soil being moved across the Bedford resort site. The team also examines Universal’s environmental plans, including new ponds, wildlife crossings, wetlands, hab...

Universal Studios UK 2031 predictions get specific: opening day, ticket prices, roller coasters, themed lands, queue times, Express Passes, Butterbeer, merchandise and even the likely cost of a churro. Mike, Lawrence and Andy create a 20-question time-capsule quiz that they will revisit when the Bedford resort opens. Their guesses cover the exact opening date, adult and child admission, annual pas...

Lawrence, Andy and Mike host Bex from ParkCast for a wide-ranging episode about Universal Studios UK construction updates, on-site diggers and deliveries, coaster rumours (Intamin / launch coaster talk), and industry culture. We cover Manor Road closures, Wixam station tree clearance, the animated podcast experiment, and a spicy conversation about leaked Project Horizon slides and the fallout in e...

In Episode 5 of Bricking It: The Universal UK Resort Podcast, Andy, Mike and Lawrence unpack: Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas Hollywood Drift: Could this be the blueprint for our Back to the Future rollercoaster? The Scariest Movie Ever Your Questions And more! Thanks for following, subscribing and dropping us a five star review!

Welcome back to Bricking It – The Universal United Kingdom Resort Podcast ! This week, Andy from Project Universal is joined by Lawrence from Universally Bedford and Mike from Universal United Kingdom GB Updates for another relaxed chat in the shed about everything happening at the Universal United Kingdom Resort construction site. The team discuss the arrival of some impressive new machinery, loo...

Join Andy, Mike and Lawrence for another episode of Bricking It: The Universal United Kingdom Resort Podcast as we catch up on the latest developments at the future Universal resort site in Bedford. This week we discuss the ongoing works around Broadmead Road, new machinery arriving on site, archaeology progress, and what the latest activity could mean for the months ahead. We also take a moment t...

This week on Bricking It! – The Universal United Kingdom Resort Podcast , the team reunites to compare notes from opposite sides of the globe. Mike shares highlights from his recent trip to Japan, including his experiences visiting some of the world's most impressive theme parks, while Lawrence reports back from Orlando with plenty of stories, observations, and theme park adventures from the e...

Season 2 is finally here, and after what feels like a trip through time, the Bricking It crew is back behind the microphones! In this first episode of the new season, Andy from Project Universal joins Lawrence and Mike to catch up on everything that's happened while we've been away. With Universal officially revealing the name Universal United Kingdom Resort , there's plenty to talk ab...

Welcome back to Bricking It: The Universal Studios UK Podcast! In this, the finale of our first season, we cover off the latest news from the site - and what we can expect over the next few weeks before construction hits another gear in June 2026! After that, we cover off Mike's upcoming trip to Universal Studios Japan (and other Japanese parks), as well as Lawrence's trip to Orlando - and...

On this episode, we cover the ramp-up in groundwork at the site, which is preparing for 750 deliveries a day starting in July or August. We discuss the new access point from Manor Road, the appearance of more fencing and temporary roads, and the stripping of topsoil as archaeological works slow down and prepare to wrap up in May. Plus, a heads-up on road closures, including the total closure of Br...

Welcome back to another episode of Bricking It: The Universal Studios UK Podcast ! Grab your hard hats and your wellies, because this week we are diving deep into the gritty, on-the-ground reality of the Universal Studios Bedford project. In this jam-packed episode, we’re looking at what it actually takes to get a world-class resort out of the mud—literally. Here is what we're covering this we...

We’re honoured to be joined by Sean from Lift Hills and Thrills, the hugely popular theme park YouTube channel and website, to talk all things coasters, creativity, and the future of Universal Studios UK. In this episode, Sean shares his journey through the world of theme parks — how it all began, what fuels his passion, and what it’s like building a respected voice in the enthusiast community. We...

It’s Episode 11 and things are officially getting serious at Universal Studios UK in Kempston Hardwick! 🚜 In today’s catch-up, we dive into the latest comings and goings from the construction site — and trust us, it’s BUSY. From diggers and dumper trucks to bulldozers carving out the future of the park, the amount of work now taking place is incredible. The site is absolutely alive with activity,...

Welcome back to Bricking-It: The Universal Studios UK Podcast ! This week, we’re hopping in the DeLorean and hitting 88mph as we head back to the most tubular decade of them all. Are you a true 80s movie buff or are you just "brickin it"? We’ve put together the ultimate 1980s Movie Quiz featuring the heavy hitters of Universal and beyond. From the clock tower in Back to the Future to the...

The "bricks" are officially moving! In Episode 9 of Bricking It , Andy, Lawrence, and Mike dive into the most significant construction update since the project was announced. Following the official activation of the Special Development Order (SDO) in January, the Bedford site has transformed into a hive of activity. We break down the latest drone footage showing the "Diggertron 330&...

Episode Summary: If you close your eyes at a theme park, the music tells you exactly where you are. In Episode 8, we are joined by the incredible Nick Hutson , a composer whose work has graced everything from Alton Towers' Scarefest to the legendary Theme Park Fan: The Musical . As construction continues on the Bedford site, we ask the big question: What is the "sound" of Universal U...

Episode Summary: The "bricks" are finally moving! In Episode 7, the team dives into a massive month for Universal Destinations & Experiences . Following the official groundbreaking on January 12, 2026 , we take a look at the heavy machinery now active in the Core Zone and what those archaeological surveys actually mean for the 2031 opening timeline. Plus, the news the internet has be...

Can a theme park superfan be defeated by a casual observer? In this high-stakes episode of Bricking It , the tables are turned! Our resident quizmaster Mike (Universal Studios GB Updates) puts the boys to the test with 25 grueling questions spanning the entire globe of Universal Destinations & Experiences. From the fog of Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando to the high-tech marvels of Universal...

This is a BIG one. In this very special episode of Bricking It , the Universal Studios UK podcast, we’re joined by none other than Alicia Stella from Theme Park Stop — one of the most trusted voices in the theme park community. Alicia has been at the forefront of Universal Studios rumours, analysis, and breaking news , and today she joins us to talk through everything we know so far about Universa...

In the latest episode of Bricking It , the Universal Studios UK podcast, the core trio — Universally Bedford, Project Universal, and Universal Studios Great Britain Updates — dive into another wide-ranging discussion on Universal Studios UK and the wider theme park industry. We talk about theme park rides at other parks, revisit the concrete crushers back on the concrete slab, and dig into the ong...