- Puy du Fou, a French theme park operator, has submitted plans for a £600 million historical attraction in Oxfordshire.
- The proposed park, located near Bicester, would feature four period villages, 13 live shows, and three themed hotels.
- If approved, the attraction plans to open in phases from 2029, operating annually between April and October.
- The project is expected to create 2,000 direct jobs and an additional 6,000 hospitality jobs, forecasting a £500 million boost to the local economy.
- Plans also include new lakes, gardens, wildflower meadows, and 20,000 new trees, with an aim for half of daytime visitors to use public transport.
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