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Paultons Park Unveils £12 Million Viking Land 'Valgard' for 2026 Opening

The expansion shifts the Hampshire park toward teen-focused thrills through its first inverting coaster.

Overview

  • Valgard is scheduled to open in May 2026, with a specific public opening date yet to be confirmed as construction continues.
  • Headline attraction Drakon will be Paultons Park’s first inverting rollercoaster, featuring a vertical lift hill and two inversions.
  • Vild Swing will debut to whirl riders 12 metres into the air, broadening the park’s higher-adrenaline lineup.
  • Existing coaster Cobra will be reimagined as Raven, and the new area will add a Nordic-themed high-capacity restaurant and a playground.
  • Located beside Lost Kingdom, the £12 million project is the park’s largest investment to date, with a further water-based ride planned by 2027.