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Scottish Sun
10 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Inside the £100milllion beachfront attraction with indoor gardens and pools set to transform seaside town
And the two other Eden attractions opening in the UK GROWING UP Inside the £100milllion beachfront attraction with indoor gardens and pools set to transform seaside town Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NEW images have revealed what to expect from the huge new Eden Project attraction. The Morecambe attraction is set to open in 2028, after being forced to delay its initial 2026 opening date. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 New images have revealed what the Eden Project Morecambe attraction will look like Credit: Grimshaw Global 5 Themed areas will include huge garden and forests Credit: Eden Project 5 The zones will be within three huge domes Credit: Eden Project More images have since been released by architects Grimshaw to show what it will look like when it opens. The huge dome like structures is being dubbed a "global garden" overlooking the bay. The unusual shaped resort has been "inspired by seashells" and will have a number of themed areas. The Realm of The Sun is a tropical area while the The Realm of the Moon is a "dark space". A central attraction will be a 65ft The Elder Tree sculpture, along with tidal rock pool exhibits. Huge tropical gardens and a "hyper-real forest" are also expected to be part of the attraction. Jolyon Brewis, Partner at Grimshaw, told the BBC: "Influenced by the natural rhythms of Morecambe, two extraordinary structures – the Realm of the Sun and the Realm of the Moon – will define this destination." Two other realms will also be on-site with more to be revealed nearer the time. Andy Jasper, chief executive officer of the Eden Project, said: "This project is profoundly important to us all. "It is not just a project for Morecambe, but for the whole of the UK, and we are delighted to share how the design process is progressing." The huge new UK attraction opening in 2025 with play areas, live shows and cafes – and it's right on the beach An official opening date and ticket prices are yet to be confirmed although the original Eden Project ticket cost around £38 per adult. Originally called Eden Project North, Eden Project Morecambe was first given the go-ahead back in March 2023. Previous plans revealed it is set to cost £100million to build. The new attraction which hopes to welcome 760,000 people a year, follows the success of the original Eden Project in Cornwall which opened in 2021. It has even hosted famous acts such as Elton John, Lionel Richie and Kylie Minogue. 5 More is to be revealed about the other zones Credit: Eden Project And a number of other new Eden Project attractions are set to open in the UK. Eden Project Dundee is set to open in 2030, alongside the River Tay. This has also been delayed from its original 2026 opening date. There is also the £67million Eden Project in Londonderry set to open in Northern Ireland this year. When it does open, it claims to have Europe's biggest undercover playground. In the mean time, here are some other new theme parks and attractions opening in the UK. 5 It hopes to open by 2028 Credit: Grimshaw Global
The Irish Sun
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Inside the £100milllion beachfront attraction with indoor gardens and pools set to transform seaside town
NEW images have revealed what to expect from the huge new Eden Project attraction. The Advertisement 5 New images have revealed what the Eden Project Morecambe attraction will look like Credit: Grimshaw Global 5 Themed areas will include huge garden and forests Credit: Eden Project 5 The zones will be within three huge domes Credit: Eden Project More images have since been released by architects Grimshaw to show what it will look like when it opens. The huge dome like structures is being dubbed a "global garden" overlooking the bay. The unusual shaped resort has been "inspired by seashells" and will have a number of themed areas. The Realm of The Sun is a tropical area while the The Realm of the Moon is a "dark space". Advertisement Read more on attractions A central attraction will be a 65ft The Elder Tree sculpture, along with tidal rock pool exhibits. Huge tropical gardens and a "hyper-real forest" are also expected to be part of the attraction. Jolyon Brewis, Partner at Grimshaw, told the Two other realms will also be on-site with more to be revealed nearer the time. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive Andy Jasper, chief executive officer of the Eden Project, said: "This project is profoundly important to us all. "It is not just a project for The huge new UK attraction opening in 2025 with play areas, live shows and cafes – and it's right on the beach An official opening date and ticket prices are yet to be confirmed although the original Eden Project ticket cost around £38 per adult. Originally called Eden Project North, Eden Project Morecambe was first given the go-ahead back in March 2023. Advertisement Previous plans revealed it is set to cost £100million to build. The new attraction which hopes to welcome 760,000 people a year, follows the success of the original Eden Project in Cornwall which opened in 2021. It has even hosted famous acts such as Elton John , Lionel Richie and Kylie Minogue. 5 More is to be revealed about the other zones Credit: Eden Project Advertisement And a number of other new Eden Project attractions are set to open in the UK. Eden Project Dundee is set to open in 2030, alongside the River Tay. This has also been delayed from its original 2026 opening date. There is also the £67million Ireland this year. Advertisement When it does open, it claims to have Europe 's biggest undercover playground. In the mean time, here are some 5 It hopes to open by 2028 Credit: Grimshaw Global Advertisement
The Sun
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside the £100milllion beachfront attraction with indoor gardens and pools set to transform seaside town
NEW images have revealed what to expect from the huge new Eden Project attraction. The Morecambe attraction is set to open in 2028, after being forced to delay its initial 2026 opening date. 5 5 5 More images have since been released by architects Grimshaw to show what it will look like when it opens. The huge dome like structures is being dubbed a "global garden" overlooking the bay. The unusual shaped resort has been "inspired by seashells" and will have a number of themed areas. The Realm of The Sun is a tropical area while the The Realm of the Moon is a "dark space". A central attraction will be a 65ft The Elder Tree sculpture, along with tidal rock pool exhibits. Huge tropical gardens and a "hyper-real forest" are also expected to be part of the attraction. Jolyon Brewis, Partner at Grimshaw, told the BBC: "Influenced by the natural rhythms of Morecambe, two extraordinary structures – the Realm of the Sun and the Realm of the Moon – will define this destination." Two other realms will also be on-site with more to be revealed nearer the time. Andy Jasper, chief executive officer of the Eden Project, said: "This project is profoundly important to us all. "It is not just a project for Morecambe, but for the whole of the UK, and we are delighted to share how the design process is progressing." The huge new UK attraction opening in 2025 with play areas, live shows and cafes – and it's right on the beach An official opening date and ticket prices are yet to be confirmed although the original Eden Project ticket cost around £38 per adult. Originally called Eden Project North, Eden Project Morecambe was first given the go-ahead back in March 2023. Previous plans revealed it is set to cost £100million to build. The new attraction which hopes to welcome 760,000 people a year, follows the success of the original Eden Project in Cornwall which opened in 2021. It has even hosted famous acts such as Elton John, Lionel Richie and Kylie Minogue. 5 And a number of other new Eden Project attractions are set to open in the UK. Eden Project Dundee is set to open in 2030, alongside the River Tay. This has also been delayed from its original 2026 opening date. There is also the £67million Eden Project in Londonderry set to open in Northern Ireland this year. When it does open, it claims to have Europe's biggest undercover playground. In the mean time, here are some other new theme parks and attractions opening in the UK. 5
The Courier
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Eden Project attraction will be 'economic dynamo' for Dundee
Eden Project Dundee has the potential to be an 'economic dynamo' that will bring billions of pounds into the region, according to its chief executive Eden Project Scotland, on the site of the old gasworks on East Dock Street, is still several years away from opening the eco attraction. Before building can begin, designs need finalised and a main contractor appointed. And then there's the small matter of raising tens of millions of pounds. Speaking exclusively to The Courier on a visit to Dundee, chief executive Andy Jasper doesn't underestimate the fundraising challenge – but said the economic impact will make it a 'no brainer'. He said the project was rapidly moving towards stage four of the design stage – moving from a concept to a detailed design. Planning permission was approved last summer. A contractor will then be commissioned which will then make the final budget clearer. However, he expects the cost to exceed the £130 million previously reported. He said: 'We expect it to be above that (£130m). 'This is dependent on fundraising and us being able to secure the funds for Dundee. 'We've got a fair idea of where that's coming from, but it's all needing to happen in stages. 'We are always working on fundraising. It's a huge challenge but it's a strong partnership in Dundee and everyone we talk to is fully committed. 'Public money is very, very tight but the benefits are what we have to keep your eye on. 'An attraction like this will attract more business in the area. We can see billions of pounds coming into Scotland because of Eden Project, which makes this a no-brainer. 'With Eden Project Cornwall, £2.2 billion pounds has come into the local region economy over the last 20 years. 'It benefits accommodation, restaurants, ice cream shops, hairdressers, taxi drivers. It's a huge economic dynamo. 'That's what's driving me. I'm all into the gardens, but the really exciting element is the impact it will have.' Mr Jasper said there would be a focus on sustainability and local when it comes to building and running Eden. He adds: 'Our principal will be local, local, local. Locally distinctive, local in terms of mileage of goods coming in. 'When we are looking for contractors we will be looking at everything to do with sustainability and local employment, where to source the materials. 'We will need a huge amount of soil for the site and it would be crazy to source that from 150 miles away.' The Eden team expects to move into a temporary home in Dundee later this year. This will also be used to engage with the community about the plans. This month John Pye will join Eden Project and will act as project director for the Dundee project. He recently delivered the Weston Walled Garden in Bridgewater for the Royal Horticultural Society. The team is also continuing with its engagement work with schools. Mr Jasper said he was encouraged by the excitement in the city about Eden Project. He said: 'Dundee is one of the most up-and-coming cities – you can see the change that's happened just since the V&A has come here. 'When I talk to people in Dundee they're all so proud of the change that's happening, and they see Eden Project accelerating that. 'For me, the site is just a fantastic story. A brownfield site, dereliction, a place that is really difficult to imagine being a beautiful garden. 'The restorative value that developing this will have on Dundee is just going to be off the charts.'
