
UK's Legoland theme park launches world's first ‘Clubhouse' – where kids can access secret vaults
Families have the chance to become official Lego Play Testers as part of the world's first Lego Insiders Clubhouse.
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As part of the Insiders Clubhouse, visitors can help shape the future of Lego play, with Play Testers taking on four interactive challenges.
The final challenge entails building a key that will unlock the doors to the Lego Vault and give sneak peaks at new Lego sets and behind the scenes content.
Access to the Lego Insiders Clubhouse is included in every ticket to Legoland Windsor and to become a Lego Play Tester, visitors must pick up a card inside the Lego Insiders Clubhouse.
Visitors then take on the challenges to show off their building skills.
It is free to enter the Clubhouse once in the attraction and it is also free to become an insider.
A video posted on social media shows glimpses of the clubhouses - where giant Lego figurines can be seen, interactive machines and even a mini space game where users must dodge obstacles.
The video also shows one visitor inserting a key to open two glass gates that open into the secret vault.
Many fans have expressed their excitement for the new clubhouse on social media, with one user commenting: "Can't wait to visit!"
Ramesh Ganeson, vice president of Legoland Windsor Resort said: "This summer, we're cranking up the fun at Legoland Windsor Resort.
"With thrilling rides, splashing adventures, and the brand-new Lego Insiders Clubhouse, there's something to spark every imagination.
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"We can't wait to welcome families for a season bursting with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable brick-tastic memories."
Also available at the attraction this summer - starting July 5 - are the Drench Towers and Splash Safari.
Featuring water slides and a splash zone, the Drench Towers and Splash Safari are the perfect spot to cool down in the park on a hot day.
And for a limited time, there is also a Legoland Play Pass - which entitles visitors to unlimited entry for three months for £59 per person.
Legoland UK is also the biggest in the world and it recently announced that it is getting a grand new look.
The entrance will be getting updated to include a fresh look and two new structures either side of the sign that look like giant Lego bricks.
Lego characters such as knights and ninjas will also feature on the towers.
Plus, a new Lego attraction is set to open this year with interactive experiences and building workshops.
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