THE HUGE London Resort theme park set to rival Disneyland in the UK has been hit with another major blow. First announced back in 2012, the massive attraction revealed plans to open in Kent on the Swanscombe Peninsula. However, the theme park ran into a number of problems, including the land being designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 2021.
And the latest blow comes as the land it was meant to be bought on is now up for sale. The 372 aces was initially granted to be used by London Resort, after paying £4million for it. However, the lease expired in December 2022 and has not been renewed.
According to Kent Live , Swanscombe Development LLP - a 50/50 joint venture between Aggregate Industries and Anglo American International Holdings - has been put up for sale with Savills. The website states: "The land forms part of an area that is the subject of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) status relating to the proposed London Resort entertainment resort/theme park. “It was subject to a Development Consent Order submission accepted for examination in January 2021 but later withdrawn.
The London Resort scheme retains NSIP status. “An option agreement in favour of London Resort lapsed in December 2022 and has not been renewed.” Locals have long opposed the plans, with many slamming the huge development.
Sally Smith, press and advocacy officer at Kent Wildlife Trust, said: "It hasn't come as a complete surprise, the plans for the London Resor.
