Looped-In: Your January Update

Can you believe we’re here again, on the precipice of yet another year of incredible Merlin Annual Pass adventures? 

And 2026 is shaping up to be another one for the books: from the launch of the UK’s first and only PAW Patrol-themed land at Chessington and the world’s first Bluey-themed ride at Alton Towers, to the return of all your favourite seasonal events plus getting back on your favourite rides (and maybe even conquering some new ones!) 

And tons of you have already hit the ground running – Storm Goretti may have tried, but a little snow isn’t enough to stop the magic! We’ve loved seeing all your updates from chocolatey adventures at Cadbury World to discovering amazing creatures at SEA LIFE aquariums across the country and more (some of you even braved the seaside in this brisk January weather: that’s true days-out-dedication if you ask us!)

So yes, welcome to 2026, and we hope you’ll join us this year in saying YES to epic days out all year long with your Pass. YES to facing fears and ticking off bucket list rides, YES to embracing days out together come rain or shine, YES to discovering new family favourites and YES to popping out to yet another theme park, just because you can. 
So what are you waiting for, an EPIC 2026 adventure awaits, and your Pass is the key.
Thank you so much for being part of the fun this year, we cannot wait to see what memories you’ll make with us!

Behind the Screams

Snow denying it's winter❄️
 
Courtesy of Storm Goretti, we were treated to the glorious sight this January of the Alton Towers Resort covered in a big blanket of snow! Something about snow-covered theme parks just hits different...

Bluey the Ride: Here Come the Grannies!

We can finally reveal that the brand-new Bluey ride will be known as Bluey the Ride: Here Come the Grannies! This refers to a fan-favourite episode from the animated TV show, where Bluey and Bingo play dress-up as the mischievous Grannies Janet and Rita, as they do throughout the series.

It's time to celebrate 🎂

Join us this year to celebrate the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort's 30th birthday. Kicking off from February, Passholders can also pick up a special pop badge and a retro 90s park map to commemorate.

Exclusive Passholder Tour Unlocked 🎢

In an exciting first – Platinum Passholders have the chance to take part in a site walk at the Alton Towers Resort to see the BRAND NEW Bluey ride in construction! Free for Platinum Passholders, make sure to snap up tickets quickly, as spaces are extremely limited.