Could Doctor Who and Top Gear theme park attractions be making their way to the Swanscombe Peninsula?
London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind the multi-billion pound London Paramount Entertainment Resort in north Kent, has signed a development agreement with BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC, to feature BBC creations alongside leading Hollywood studio Paramount Pictures.
The partnership agreement will see much-loved shows from TV and radio brought to life at the new entertainment resort, which is planned to open at Easter 2020.
The development agreement is the first step towards a formal partnership between BBC Worldwide and LRHC.
LRCH already has a separate agreement in place with Paramount Pictures which will allow the resort to access over 3,000 films including iconic movies such as Mission: Impossible, Star Trek, The Godfather and The Italian Job.
David Testa, director of LRCH, said: "We are delighted to bring the world's leading public service broadcaster on board this project.
"The BBC has played an instrumental role in shaping the British entertainment industry for nearly a century, creating some of the most iconic and cherished characters on TV and radio.
"It seems only right therefore that its programmes will be present at the new London Paramount Entertainment Resort, which will combine the glamour of Hollywood with the best of British culture.”
An image of what Paramount's entrance could look like
Stephen Davies, director live events, BBC Worldwide, said: “We’re always looking for opportunities to extend fans’ enjoyment of their favourite shows and the idea behind this resort is a really exciting way of celebrating the very special place the BBC has in British culture.”
Mike Bartok, executive vice-president parks and resorts, Paramount Pictures, added: "It is outstanding to be working with a globally recognised brand with such a rich, respected history. We see London Paramount as a pioneer in the delivery of an outstanding partnership entertainment experience."
What BBC-inspired rides and attarctions would you like to see at the park? Any your wishes and suggestions below.
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