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Daniel Smith & Christopher Harper

New pictures reveal 'UK Disneyland' as film studios join the project

Artist impressions of a resort - dubbed 'UK Disneyland' - have been released.

The ambitious project will start in 2021, set for a launch in 2024 and could be the size of 136 Wembley stadiums.

Paramount Pictures has also announced its on-board with the project and will be joining the likes of the BBC and ITV, reports Surrey Live.

The multi-billion pound 535-acre theme park at the Swanscombe Peninsula, in Kent, aims to become one of the largest 'immersive experience' resorts in the world.

PY Gerbeau, chief executive of London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), said: “The new partnership with Paramount is fantastic news for everyone.

"Now the best of Hollywood will be joining the best of British from BBC Studios and ITV Studios, to create amazing and unique experiences for the whole family."

The theme park is set to be one of the largest construction projects across Europe.

Kevin Suh, president of themed entertainment and consumer products for Paramount Pictures, said: “The London Resort represents a truly global resort opportunity and we’re delighted to be playing our part in bringing iconic movies to life in truly immersive experiences and rides."

The deal means Paramount returns to LRCH and its ambitious theme park project after being an initial partner in the early years of development. However, they parted ways in 2017.

Situated 17 minutes from London, on the Swanscombe Peninsula in Kent, the resort will create more than 30,000 jobs.

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