Summarize and humanize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs in EnglishJames Bond, Lord of the Rings and Paddington are set to be among the first attractions at the new Universal theme park, but one big fan favourite has been left out of the fold, it is claimed.Displays and rides inspired by Jurassic Park, Minions as well as Back to the Future are also set to feature at the theme park, which is officially set to open in Britain after the deal was closed by the Government earlier this month. The Bedfordshire attraction will be one of the largest and most advanced theme parks in Europe, with a 500-room hotel and a retail and entertainment complex planned along with the theme park. It is hoped the theme park will bring in 8.5 million visitors in its first year alone – after it opens its gates in 2031. By 2055 Universal expects the 476-acre site near Bedford to generate nearly £50billion for the economy – a significant boost for Sir Keir Starmer’s Government after US President Donald Trump’s tariffs sent stock markets on a rollercoaster ride.And while the Universal Destinations website claims it ‘is too early’ to definitely know what rides and themes will appear on the highly-anticipated site, one source close to the project says one huge film will be missing.To the bemusement of Harry Potter fans, the wizarding world will not be featured anywhere on site, according to a source who spoke to the BBC.The insider was adamant that it would be unlikely for plans to change, saying claiming contracts have already been signed. The Bedfordshire resort is hoped to bring in 8.5 million visitors in its first year alone. Pictured: An artists impression of the site A source has revealed James Bond and Paddington are set to be among the first attractions at the new Universal theme park, but one big fan favourite has been left out of the fold Lord of the Rings is also a theme expected to feature at the site (pictured: Ian McKellen as Gandalf)’At this point it will be little details they tweak, like “Let’s use a different shade of paint on that Lord of the Rings castle”,’ they said.Although the source is positive the plans are set to go ahead, the theme park is not anticipated to open until 2031, meaning anything that is in the offing could still be tweaked or altered. But Harry Potter and Co will not be at the Universal site, with it being located a 40-minute drive away from the Warner Bros Studio Tour in Leavesden. Despite JK Rowling’s creations being featured at other Universal resorts, ‘watertight exclusivity contracts’ made it difficult to include at the new theme park.’Warner Bros has the UK rights to Harry Potter attractions. They tried to find a way round it but couldn’t. That could change in years to come, though,’ the source said.Universal plans to bring in unique attractions that can’t be found anywhere else, with details like Back to the Future’s Hill Valley clock hidden from a recently released map of the theme park’s possible future appearance.Having already been designed, most of the attractions will be indoors including Back to the Future, Jurassic Park and Minions.It is also believed their will be a James Bond stunt show, akin to a show on their Florida site called The Bourne Stuntacular, which a tribute to the Jason Bourne films.’If you look at Epic Universe, the newest park they’re opening in Florida, a lot of those rides are indoors, too,’ the source said. Displays and rides inspired by Jurassic Park, Minions as well as Back to the Future are set to feature at the theme park However due to ‘watertight’ exclusivity contracts Harry Potter will not appear at the theme park, despite being at other Universal sites across the worldMailOnline has approached Universal Destinations & Experiences and Warner Bros Studios for comment.Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy previously told BBC Breakfast the theme park would be a chance to display ‘great British creations’, across the globe.’These are things like James Bond, Paddington Bear, these are things like Harry Potter. We’ve got so much to be proud of,’ she said.It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the attraction will create around 28,000 jobs – 20,000 in the construction period and 8,000 working on the site when it opens to visitors in 2031.’It is not just about numbers; it’s about securing real opportunities for people in our country,’ he said.’Together, we are building a brighter future for the UK, getting people into work and ensuring our economy remains strong and competitive.’The Government has promised a major investment in infrastructure and transport around the site to support the delivery of the project and make sure it is easily accessible for visitors.The project ties in with other work around the Oxford-Cambridge corridor, including support for the expansion of Luton Airport.The proposals to transform the site, a former brickworks, remain subject to a formal planning decision process from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. By 2055 Universal expects the 476-acre site near Bedford to generate nearly £50 billion for the economy – a significant boost for Sir Keir Starmer ‘s Government after US President Donald Trump ‘s tariffs sent stock markets on a rollercoaster ride The attraction will be one of the largest and most advanced theme parks in Europe, with a 500-room hotel and a retail and entertainment complex planned along with the theme park. Pictured: The fields where the resort will sitAnd residents have also shared their excitement as the plans were pushed through, as they keenly hope the project will bring jobs to the area and spice up the ‘boring’ market town.Maria Perez, a warehouse worker in the area, said: ‘I used to live in Manchester. I came here for work and Bedford is really boring. If you’re a family or you’re a young person in the area, there’s nothing to do.’I think the theme park will be really great. It will be good for the economy, for the town and for the people. People will invest more.’Prices will go up for rent, which is not good, but it’s a good thing for the town and will be for the people in the area.’Tanvi Mahesh, 14, said: ‘In Bedford, I really have nothing to do. There’s not much. I just end up staying at home.’The teenager moved last year from Saudi Arabia where ‘there was a lot more to do’.She added she would work a Saturday job ‘no questions asked’ at the theme park if offered.Universal theme parks in the US contain rides and attractions from its stable of big blockbusters and movie franchises, which includes Minions, ET and Jurassic Park, as well as Kung Fu Panda, Fast & Furious and Shrek.Other Universal franchises include the Jason Bourne films, Jaws, Wicked and Back To The Future. Tanvi Mahesh, 14, moved last year from Saudi Arabia and says that she would get a Saturday job when it opens Jagdeep Singh, 36, a business change analyst from Kempton, shared his hopes that it would drive business to the townNicola Harlow, 60, has lived in Bedford all her life. The retiree added: ‘So many of our young men don’t have jobs.’I have a 17-year-old son. I hope this might bring some benefits for him, for his future.’Her mother Janet, 82, continued: ‘In my day there were clubs and bars where we waltzed. Now there’s not.’Our kids now, they don’t have anything like that to do. They need somewhere to go and some sort of entertainment.’Universal has five entertainment and resort complexes around the world – Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood in the USA, Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, Universal Beijing Resort in China and Universal Studios Singapore.Jagdeep Singh, a 36-year-old business change analyst from Kempton, said: ‘I think it’s going to bring a lot of people to our town, it’s going to drive our businesses and bring jobs for people.’We have been talking about renting out property in the area.’But he added that the sheer numbers of visitors could have a negative impact.Mr Singh said: ‘I worried a bit about traffic on the bypass, what’s going to happen to our hospitals if there’s any accidents.’Margaret Wilson, 85, said: ‘I wouldn’t go, but I have two grandsons, 19 and 16. They might go.’At the moment, everything is cost-effective. It will be four years until anything is built. Who knows what will happen in four years?’The Elstoy resident said: ‘Before Covid, Bedford was a market town. It’s not where it used to be.’This won’t bring it back to the same place as before, but it will be good for the area.’Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the investment is ‘a vote of confidence in Britain as a place to do business’.The Prime Minister welcomed Mike Cavanagh, the president of Universal’s parent company Comcast Corporation to Downing Street to mark the announcement. Margaret Wilson, 85, said that her grandsons, 19 and 16, might go to the resort when it opensHe was shown a computer-generated image of the park, complete with rides, themed areas and a water show.Mr Cavanagh said: ‘We could not be more excited to take this very important step in our plan to create and deliver an incredible Universal theme park and resort in the heart of the United Kingdom, which complements our growing US-based parks business by expanding our global footprint to Europe.’Mark Woodbury, chairman and chief executive of Universal Destinations & Experiences, previously said: ‘Bringing a world-class theme park and resort to the United Kingdom is a tremendous opportunity and is part of our strategy to introduce the Universal brand and experiences to new audiences around the globe.’Shadow business secretary Andrew Griffith said the previous Conservative administration ‘worked closely with Universal Studios to secure the land and help bring forward plans for the new park’.He added: ‘We’re pleased that, despite Labour’s economic mismanagement, Universal Studios has committed to investing in Bedfordshire.’
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