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Comcast Corp (NASDAQ: CMCSA) is set to open its first Universal Studios theme park and resort in Europe, with the UK town of Bedford, just north of London, selected as the location. Scheduled to open in 2031, the multi-billion-pound project will be one of Europe’s largest entertainment parks.
The development is expected to create 20,000 jobs during construction and 8,000 permanent roles in hospitality and creative industries upon opening. Anticipated to draw 8.5 million visitors in its first year—second only to Disneyland Paris—the resort aims to become a major tourism and economic hub.
The 500-acre site, a former brickworks acquired in 2023, will include multiple themed lands, a 500-room hotel, and a retail, dining, and entertainment district. Universal Studios, known for attractions based on blockbuster franchises like Jurassic Park and Harry Potter, currently operates parks in California, Florida, Japan, China, and Singapore.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the investment, highlighting it as a result of the government’s pro-growth planning reforms. Comcast President Mike Cavanagh shared his excitement, calling the UK a prime destination for the global expansion of Universal Parks & Resorts.
Bedford’s proximity to London and the expansion of nearby Luton Airport—located just 20 miles away—will enhance international access to the site. The British government has been in discussions with Comcast since 2023 and confirmed the project is still subject to planning approvals.
With Comcast also owning Sky, Europe’s largest pay-TV company, the move strengthens its footprint in the UK media and entertainment landscape. The Universal theme park in Bedford promises to boost tourism, generate jobs, and redefine the UK’s entertainment offerings.
