Theme parks have closed their doors for the winter season, with thrill-seekers currently waiting for spring to return, bringing with it the chance to hit the rollercoasters once more.
It's worth noting that most of the closures aren't Covid-19 related; most theme parks are usually closed between November and March anyway.
While lockdown had cast doubts on when they could open, the new lockdown roadmap in England announced by Boris Johnson will allow theme parks to fully reopen from April 12.
At the time of writing, some theme parks had not yet confirmed if they would be looking to reopen on this date specifically.
We've put together a guide with the key dates and information for each individual theme park - check out the list below...
Alton Towers
Alton Towers was set to reopen in March but the resort will now open its theme park and 'self-contained accommodation' from April 12.
Meanwhile the Alton Towers Gardens will be open daily from March 29 to April 11, but pre-booking will be essential.
The resort's hotels, waterpark and spa are set to reopen from May 17.
Those who had theme park tickets booked before April 12 will be offered the option to rebook to a later date.
You can find out more on altontowers.com.
Thorpe Park
Thorpe Park is closed for the winter season, as per usual. It had originally planned for a March reopening but this has now been pushed back to April 12 in line with the government guidance.
Some of the indoor entertainment, rides, 4D cinemas and meet and greets may remain closed.
The resort has yet to confirm a reopening date for its Thorpe Shark Cabins but said that this is due within the coming days.
You can find out more on thorpepark.com.
Legoland
Legoland will reopen the theme park from April 12, but its hotels will remain closed for the time being in line with government guidance. (Hotels are allowed to reopen from May 17 but Legoland hasn't confirmed if this is the case for their resort hotels).
It's worth noting the theme park's outdoor rides and attractions will be open, as well as character meet and greets, but indoor rides/attractions and live entertainment won't be going ahead.
If you had a booking, you can find out more about your options on legoland.co.uk.
Chessington World of Adventures
A statement on the theme park's website says: "In line with the Government response to COVID-19 and its 4-step plan, the Resort is planned to reopen on 12th April, however our Hotels and Explorer Glamping will remain closed at this stage."
You can find out more on chessington.com.
Paulton's Park
The home of Peppa Pig World has confirmed it plans to reopen from April 12 in line with government guidance.
The park was originally hoping to reopen by March, so anyone who holds tickets for the new closed period is being contacted with instructions on how to rebook.
You can find out more on paultonspark.co.uk.
Drayton Manor
Drayton Manor's theme park and zoo will reopen from April 12, although the hotel will remain closed until May 17 in line with government guidance.
Reservations made between Jan 11 to May 16 have been automatically cancelled, where no payment was made. For those who have paid either fully or in part, the resort said it will be contacting affected customers directly.
You can find out more on draytonmanor.co.uk.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has confirmed that it will reopen its doors for April 12 in line with government guidance.
You can find out more on blackpoolpleasurebeach.com.
Travel restrictions apply during the pandemic. Always check the latest government guidance before planning, booking or going on a trip.
