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Episode 15: Season One Finale - Our Universal Travel Plans for May 2026!
Latest Episode
1 May 20261h 23m

Episode 15: Episode 15: Season One Finale - Our Universal Travel Plans for May 2026!

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 up

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Episode 14: A site drive-by, construction latest, new jobs, and HHN news! PLUS: Your Questions!
EP 14
10 Apr 20261h 10m

Episode 14: A site drive-by, construction latest, new jobs, and HHN news! PLUS: Your Questions!

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 archaeolog

Episode 13: Unearthing the Future – Archaeology, Floods, and the 2026 UK Park Landscape
EP 13
27 Mar 20261h 38m

Episode 13: Unearthing the Future – Archaeology, Floods, and the 2026 UK Park Landscape

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 a

From Lift Hills to Universal – Talking Thrills with Sean from Lift Hills and Thrills!
EP 12
11 Mar 20261h 27m

From Lift Hills to Universal – Talking Thrills with Sean from Lift Hills and Thrills!

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 —

Dirt, Diggers & Decisions – Things are moving at Universal Studios UK!
EP 11
4 Mar 20261h 0m

Dirt, Diggers & Decisions – Things are moving at Universal Studios UK!

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

Brickin’ It: The 1980s Universal Studios Movie Quiz Episode
EP 10
25 Feb 20261h 20m

Brickin’ It: The 1980s Universal Studios Movie Quiz Episode

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

Massive Construction Update!
EP 9
18 Feb 20261h 9m

Massive Construction Update!

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

What Should Universal Studios UK Sound Like? Interview with Nick Hutson
EP 8
11 Feb 20261h 25m

What Should Universal Studios UK Sound Like? Interview with Nick Hutson

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

Is Pokemon Coming to Bedford? Universal’s Global Deal & Site Progress Revealed
EP 7
4 Feb 20261h 7m

Is Pokemon Coming to Bedford? Universal’s Global Deal & Site Progress Revealed

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 thos

Are you a Universal Theme Park Nerd? Universally Bedford vs Project Universal
EP 6
28 Jan 20261h 25m

Are you a Universal Theme Park Nerd? Universally Bedford vs Project Universal

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 D

Universal Studios UK EXPOSED?! ft. Alicia Stella (Theme Park Stop)
EP 5
21 Jan 20261h 33m

Universal Studios UK EXPOSED?! ft. Alicia Stella (Theme Park Stop)

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 r

Theme Park Rides, Concept Art & Universal Studios UK Discussion
EP 4
14 Jan 20261h 12m

Theme Park Rides, Concept Art & Universal Studios UK Discussion

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 tal

Bricking It: Universal UK Rides, Rumours & More
EP 3
7 Jan 20261h 23m

Bricking It: Universal UK Rides, Rumours & More

In this episode of Bricking It, we dive into the latest concept art and explore the possible themed areas coming to Universal Studios UK!We break down potential rides, shows, and shops, debate Harry Potter vs. Lord of the Rings, explore CityWalk rumours, and answer your questions

Groundbreaking updates at Universal Studios UK
EP 2
31 Dec 20251h 3m

Groundbreaking updates at Universal Studios UK

In this episode, we dive into the exciting next steps for Universal Studios UK, including whether we’ll see a major groundbreaking ceremony featuring local leaders, Universal executives, and media fanfare. We explore the latest on the Wixams railway station along the Midland Main

SDO Approved!! What Happens Next for Universal Studios UK?
EP 1
23 Dec 20251h 4m

SDO Approved!! What Happens Next for Universal Studios UK?

It’s official — Universal Studios UK just got a huge green light! The UK Government has approved the Special Development Order (SDO), and trust us, this changes everything.In the debut episode of Bricking It: The Universal Studios UK Podcast, Andy from Project Universal, Lawrence