A huge new theme park is opening an hour's drive from Manchester - and it's inspired by a book that says aliens have visited earth
herePhase one of the development is expected to feature an indoor adventure sports centre, the flying theatre, arcades, laser tag, bumper cars, a virtual reality experience, an exhibition exploring theories that aliens influenced ancient civilisations and an alien-themed diner, as well as a hotel and an events square.Residential property, food and drinks outlets, another hotel and car parking is expected to follow.Blackpool Council said of the compulsory purchase plan: "To date, it has not been possible to acquire all these interests and the council is satisfied that there is a compelling cases in the public interest for resorting to powers of compulsory acquisition."Otherwise the comprehensive redevelopment will not be able to be