AN OPENING date has finally been revealed for a UK waterpark that will be welcoming guests again this summer. The attraction had originally closed down after its previous owners went into administration in October 2023. However, local authorities took over in December last year and have since found new operators.
Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough first opened its doors back in 2016 and cost £14million. It has since been taken over by Flamingo Land, who run the theme park of the same name, about 30 miles away. Their owner Gordon Gibb has described Alpamare as “an exciting new venture” ahead of its new scheduled opening date, at the end of July.
A specific day has yet to be announced, however local authorities have said that it will finally be up and running once again before the end of next month. The park has two heated outdoor pools , one of which is an infinity pool, four slides and a wave machines among its offerings for visitors. Its alpine theme can be seen throughout, with its slides inspired by downhill winter sports, with the Olympic Run, the Cresta Run, the Black Run and the Snow Storm offering different levels of excitement.
There's also an alpine-themed spa, as well as a bar serving cocktails, a cafe and scenic gardens, with its website promising the "biggest, fastest and wettest" waterpark guests have ever visited. It reads: "All the way from the Alps, Alpamare Scarborough is a waterpark like no other. "If you love adventure, it’s time to experience the big.