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Alton Towers news

Attractions.io has created a bespoke night-time app for UK theme park Alton Towers, which the
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
The famous Nemesis ride at UK theme park, Alton Towers, has closed for a major
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
A leading ticketing company that can boast Wembley Stadium as its first-ever client, is celebrating
Alton Towers theme park in the UK will offer visitors the opportunity to indulge in
Merlin Entertainments has revealed images of the new Gangsta Granny: The Ride at its Alton
The restoration of the Grade II*-listed Power Station in London is nearing completion, with the
Elevate
Elevate
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Emirates Old Trafford – the home ground of Lancashire County Cricket Club (LCCC) – has
Television personality David Walliams has revealed new information about an attraction coming to UK theme
UK theme parks have been advised to take action to prevent future deaths, following the
David Walliams, the comedian, actor and best-selling author, is partnering with the UK's Alton Towers
Theme park operator Merlin Entertainments has announced half-yearly results up to the end of June
Global attractions giant, Merlin Entertainments, has been sold to the family behind toy firm Lego
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Dungeon attraction at Merlin’s Alton Towers theme park in Staffordshire has now officially opened
Alton Towers has launched a new experience for the 2019 season. Called the Alton Towers
Merlin chief Nick Varney has revealed potential plans for a theme park development dedicated entirely
European attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has reported growth in a number of areas of its
Merlin Entertainments has rolled out the Attractions.io app at all of its Legoland sites across
Merlin-owned UK theme park Alton Towers is set to open a Dungeon attraction next year
The first half of the year has been a mixed bag for Merlin, with the
Merlin Entertainments has partnered with Jutexpo, a creator of ethically-produced bags, to develop a line
Crowd-funded company WallJam has opened its interactive gaming wall at Alton Towers, Staffordshire, UK. The
Following its public opening last week, Peter Cliff from Holovis has revealed details of the
Digital content solutions specialist Picsolve has installed it’s advanced on-ride image capture solution on Alton
Following the launch of Alton Towers' new Wicker Man ride last week, Bradley Wynne, the
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
Holovis has secured a multimillion pound investment from asset management company Road King, with the
Alton Towers has revealed details of its secret two-year ride project – a wooden coaster
Construction is underway for Birmingham’s Bear Grylls Adventure – with Merlin Entertainments already planning a
Spa industry veteran Gillian McGraffin has been appointed manager of the recently opened Swinton Country
Merlin Entertainments is planning a grand expansion of Legoland Windsor, after the operator filed a
New additions to its portfolio and strong performances from its Lego attractions have boosted revenues
Alton Towers has extended its relationship with the BBC following the launch of its new
Spanish theme park Parque de Atracciones has launched an investigation after two trains collided on
A number of Merlin attractions have closed their river rapids rides, following the death of
12,300
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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Letters
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Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
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News report
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
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Life lessons
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
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Alton Towers news

Attractions.io has created a bespoke night-time app for UK theme park Alton Towers, which the
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
The famous Nemesis ride at UK theme park, Alton Towers, has closed for a major
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording
Merlin Entertainments, the UK-based global attractions operator which is second only to Disney in size,
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
A leading ticketing company that can boast Wembley Stadium as its first-ever client, is celebrating
Alton Towers theme park in the UK will offer visitors the opportunity to indulge in
Merlin Entertainments has revealed images of the new Gangsta Granny: The Ride at its Alton
The restoration of the Grade II*-listed Power Station in London is nearing completion, with the
Elevate
Elevate
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Emirates Old Trafford – the home ground of Lancashire County Cricket Club (LCCC) – has
Television personality David Walliams has revealed new information about an attraction coming to UK theme
UK theme parks have been advised to take action to prevent future deaths, following the
David Walliams, the comedian, actor and best-selling author, is partnering with the UK's Alton Towers
Theme park operator Merlin Entertainments has announced half-yearly results up to the end of June
Global attractions giant, Merlin Entertainments, has been sold to the family behind toy firm Lego
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Complaints about group exercise have become a thing of the past for the Reynolds Group
The Dungeon attraction at Merlin’s Alton Towers theme park in Staffordshire has now officially opened
Alton Towers has launched a new experience for the 2019 season. Called the Alton Towers
Merlin chief Nick Varney has revealed potential plans for a theme park development dedicated entirely
European attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has reported growth in a number of areas of its
Merlin Entertainments has rolled out the Attractions.io app at all of its Legoland sites across
Merlin-owned UK theme park Alton Towers is set to open a Dungeon attraction next year
The first half of the year has been a mixed bag for Merlin, with the
Merlin Entertainments has partnered with Jutexpo, a creator of ethically-produced bags, to develop a line
Crowd-funded company WallJam has opened its interactive gaming wall at Alton Towers, Staffordshire, UK. The
Following its public opening last week, Peter Cliff from Holovis has revealed details of the
Digital content solutions specialist Picsolve has installed it’s advanced on-ride image capture solution on Alton
Following the launch of Alton Towers' new Wicker Man ride last week, Bradley Wynne, the
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
Holovis has secured a multimillion pound investment from asset management company Road King, with the
Alton Towers has revealed details of its secret two-year ride project – a wooden coaster
Construction is underway for Birmingham’s Bear Grylls Adventure – with Merlin Entertainments already planning a
Spa industry veteran Gillian McGraffin has been appointed manager of the recently opened Swinton Country
Merlin Entertainments is planning a grand expansion of Legoland Windsor, after the operator filed a
New additions to its portfolio and strong performances from its Lego attractions have boosted revenues
Alton Towers has extended its relationship with the BBC following the launch of its new
Spanish theme park Parque de Atracciones has launched an investigation after two trains collided on
A number of Merlin attractions have closed their river rapids rides, following the death of
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Actually most people go to the gym to feel better and that’s far easier to achieve than losing 5kg
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sue Anstiss' Game Changers podcast headed for Elevate 2024
Join us at Elevate from 12-13 June in London for a special one-off live recording of The Game Changers Podcast with Sue Anstiss, CEO of Fearless Women.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Company profiles
Company profile: TRP (powered by Fitronics)
Fitronics develop effective, user-friendly software for the sport, health and fitness industry to improve member ...
Company profiles
Company profile: active insight
Active Insight was formed in 1999 in an attempt to deliver cost effective research solutions ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
The Health & Fitness Institute press release: CIMSPA's 'Enhancing' rating validates THFI's industry dominance, setting an inspirational benchmark for all upcoming businesses
THFI (The Health and Fitness Institute) proudly announces its recent recognition by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) with an esteemed 'enhancing' rating.
Featured press releases
KeepMe press release: Keepme open-house shock takeover
In a shift from tradition, Keepme have announced that the upcoming May Open-House session will be led by their expert Marketing team.
Directory
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
08-10 Sep 2024
Wyndham® Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs™ Resort, Lake Buena Vista, United States
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
20-22 Sep 2024
Locations worldwide,
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
09-13 Oct 2024
Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-06 Feb 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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