Im fairly certain Herman is coming from the Netherlands too so you might be able to catch a similar flight then I'd be able to sort you out some transport (Id have floorspace / blow up bed at mine but ive already offered Herman the spare room!)
Depending on when Herman is flying and flying to Im considering Blackpool or similar either side of the weekend too. Otherwise it might be a case of getting nearby and I think we can work out me picking you up en route if nobody else can. Or of course you can drive yourself - public transport to uk theme parks is... Not easy.