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Great news Dan. I enjoyed reading their reply and appreciated the time and effort it took Nick. Whilst personally I feel as though it's just a history of the company rather than addressing any points in reality, I do agree on the principal that taking to time to reply is a very promising sign and admirable. I just hope Alton can improve and Merlin can provide them with the tools to do so.Other news- groupon.co.uk are offering 50% off at the Towers at the moment. That's a great deal and comes in handy if you're in an odd numbered group! That's £20.40 for Adults.

This is cool. A 360 degree view video of Saw. You drag your mouse around the screen to the direction you want to view. It kept me amused for 10 minutes anyway!

Whilst there may be no direct source, it's pretty well known that Samurai got sent back to Mondial (I think it was during the 2008/2009 closed season?) to get a complete refurb.Although if I remember Holly this was around the time you took a break from the forums so you may not have been aware of it at the time.

Agreed with Holly, please take discussion to PM or elsewhere and get back to Loggers discussion. I appreciate your views Smiffy, though please post any feedback you may have in our Expectations thread or our Forum Feedback thread.Although may I say, this situation was so two weeks ago. We have listened to our member's views and have made changes, now please, back to Loggers discussion.

So we're holding our own "freestyle playlist" in chat right now. Come and join in if you want. It's pretty fun. You just find a song you want the Chat Room to play on Youtube and you post the link and we all listen.I've made it sound proper lame we're all enjoying it! Sort of.

A great Trip Report once again Jack. It really sounds as though you enjoyed your day. I think the difference between your two reports reflect this. Some fantastic photos as well. I'm very jealous. ;)I'm looking forward to the July meet now. You should join us Jack!

Where abouts are you coming from Chris? As in which station of origin? The reason I ask this is because it's sometimes easier to get your tickets from where you live.National Rail will answer most of your questions if you enter your journey details there.With the Shuttle bus tickets, you literally buy them on the bus. ;)Also, just a quick tip, I noticed the time of your original post. If you use the search feature (for example, "travel") then you may find an answer in a shorter amount of time, rather than wait for someone to respond to your post. I just thought' I'd mention it because of the urgency you wanted your question answered.

I think it just depends on the individual. I know enthusiasts that won't queue more than 30 minutes for anything, yet I also know some that don't mind queueing anything within reason. The same for non-enthusiasts.I know my auntie and uncle felt the same with that Tidal queue- it felt as though the ride was just the climax of the experience and they were left feeling very impressed with the ride, they preferred it to Colossus.

Do I smell another epic Pixar Movie on the horizon? Hmm I hope so.

Interesting! I've yet to ride it but I'll let you know what I think when I do.

Oh yes you're right about X. Not sure about Zodiac though.

That is hawt stuff! Haha! Love it!

It's obviously interesting for Zodiac though, that's why he asked. Some people like the behind the scenes stuff, I thought you'd be able to understand that aspect Kevin if I'm being honest. I can recall the Outlaw one, which is Depth Charge, Fish, CCR, Stealth, Rush and Storm Surge. I think that's it? I'm sure there will be people who will be able to answer your question fully though!

Yeah I'm not sure whether Thorpe are sticking to the computer-virus thing. I'm just glad for them to be given a budget to be able to give the ride some attention!

People are posting them because you're making a fuss Ellie. You think you look horrible but we don't think you do, you look lovely but people post it for the lulz!Everyone cuddle Ellie. WOO!

Aha, 43 views and one reply !Yes that's correct James, the Chat Mods are the current Moderating Team.

But, but! It's BANTER LAWL!

We need some Wild Asia love in here!

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N'aww.....

Who went to the trip? I expect reports and photos people!