JoshC.

I'd say Storm Surge isn't a bad addition by the park. Granted, it's not a good ride, however, it is much better - in the eyes of guests, at the very least - than 7 baby rides which were barely used. The ride serves a purpose of being something which most guests can ride, and isn't too thrilling, so can be something of a filler. Unlike a fair few rides at the park, there is some free guest interaction, which is nothing but a good thing really. I don't disagree that it's hideous, an eye sore and basically has flaws in every department, but the addition of Storm Surge is working for the park, and compared to what was there beforehand, is almost a success. Now let's just it is a short-term, 'temporary' addition that will kick the bucket in a few years time and replaced by something actually worth saying 'Look at what we've got in our park'...

TPG have said that they got the information from the Press Pack, which one can only assume would be this - http://www.thorpepark.com/downloads/press/THORPE-PARK-Press-Pack-2012.pdfI can't see that information anywhere, but the pack says Swarm has 4 inversions, whereas it's marketed as having 5. Also gives other snippets of information, such as the ride duration being 125 seconds () and has a theoretical throughput of 1100pph (which is 50 less than Inferno)...

Thank you!

I've also got the same problem.. :SAny chance it could be fixed for me too?

Agreed. Sub Terra could be seen as a 'dark horse', mainly because of what everyone thinks they're gonna get from it. In a way, expectations aren't particularly high. Swarm's got a harder job, as people are seeing what's going on, and it's got a LOT of expectation to live up to; if it doesn't meet that high bar, then people will be disappointed. Anyways, RideSims.com...

I'd disagree about the floor. Just because there's devastation going on, and an alien race are attacking, it doesn't mean EVERYTHING is going to be damaged. Like one of the outside walls which some people were saying was 'too white'; even if a building's roof has been taken off, it doesn't mean everything has to look ruined. I think the floor adds to surroundings, and will age 'well' and suit the theme all the more. Also, the slight contrast in destruction and odd bit which is 'in tact' will make the destroyed pieces look even worse, if you get what I mean.

Probably will be like Saw's, with winners being emailed in early March.

When it comes to the entrance, I'd prefer it if they had there own music as opposed to chart music; something which can 'define' the park if you will. In saying that, I'm not that fussed about the chart music, as I pretty much can ignore it, but that - in a way - is besides the point. The trouble with the chart music is that it can isolate people who don't know / like the music being played. As chart music is down so much to opinion, even popular songs will be hated by people, and that is not the best of starts to a day - you go to an amusement park, go for a little bit of escapism, and are greeted by something which you can hear in day-to-day life, and for many, could well be on their own phone / iPod / whatever. Doesn't really give the feel of 'escapism' now, does it? Thorpe have probably put thought and research into it, and I wouldn't be surprised if what they've got now is better received to what they had before. However, there needs to be a point when Thorpe should decide to have it's own defining centre piece of music, and hopefully can decide on that soon. For the time being though, I just hope it stays at the bridge and dome; no playing it at Fish, Depth Charge of Lost City flats please.

^Nope, I haven't read the book, seen the play or anything like that. There's reasons behind that, though I'll probably end up reading the book sooner or later.I don't think that I have missed the point, but I guess I could be missing something which is staring me in the face.. The thing with the film was I liked the story, but the scares that went with it were just too predictable...

I highly doubt that it is a 'preview event' in honesty; what's the point in having a four day long preview event? The dates are the first four days of season, so it's probably just a 'long opening weekend' with a name that bring in as many people as possible.We're probably looking at actors (and when I say that, I mean 'more actors', as hopefully there'll be one lurking around during weekends or something...) on the island / round the park, and hopefully something else with a bit of 'shazam' if you will. Nice to see Thorpe making an effort with the public opening of the ride, as opposed to 'here's our new coaster, it opens today, have fun' that we've seen with previous coasters.

The Woman in BlackI'd heard about this film last month, and it caught my interest. I knew it was based around a book, which I haven't read (yet), and that was about it. In a sentence, without spoiling it, I'd say the film is alright, but lets it self down at times. As I always do, here's a more 'in depth' review, about actual scenes and stuff, so needless to say, they'll be spoilers! One thing I'll say is that I was surprised it was given a 12A rating - think it more should've been a 15.. 6.5/10

Theming feature B seems a little understated to be honest. They're not exactly the biggest or friendliest of things that you want to pass through on a roller coaster.. :PThe more I look at feature A, the more astounded I get...

I hope I don't need to, but to clarify...In my original point, I was saying that the clearance of mere inches would be for having arms out / for tall people / etc. No matter how deceptive that picture may be, I still think we're looking at the smallest clearance being inches away, not feet..

To be honest, I'm not too fussed on how powerful the trim brake is, just as long as it isn't painfully obvious a la Th13teen. Hopefully, minimal strength won't do that..As for that picture...And there's people saying that the left side will end up being a short straw... Probably looking at a mere couple of inches clearance there surely?! Add in a mist / smoke effect around it, and people are going to be terrified about going through it, let alone putting their arms up...

And there I was thinking that needless Thorpe bashing was dying away...

Agree about the spider-like theming; looks phenomenal and very interesting. Hard to imagine the sheer scale of that thing in a way.. Also be interested about the lighting features and LED screens mentioned, and what will happen with that.Am I being dim, or are there no visuals of theming feature B released? Interested to see what happens there. Edit: Found them, looks great! :PAs for the station, I like it in a way, and dislike it in another. The worn down look seems to go against the 'clean but secret' idea that X-Sector has, though I assume there's a reason behind this. I'm hoping to see some sort of 'government facility gone wrong' theme, but what exactly I do not know.Nonetheless, loving the plans!

Sounds very good!I may pop along; depends on what time I finish college that day..

Well, it's not 'blown up' in the sense of smashed to pieces; just badly singed and ruined-looking. I'm not fussed that much tbh, but just seems a bit odd really - why buy a whole new fire engine when they can reuse one that fits the bill perfectly?

Looking at how 'nice' that fire engine looks makes me wonder why they haven't used the fire engine they blew up over fireworks? The more ruined look seem more suited. Meh, here's probably a reason behind it..Also, that website states a 'flaming fire truck', so it will be interesting to see how that goes down with a water effects adjacent to it...

Did anybody say 'CHEEEESSSSE'?

Most rides are taken apart over closed season; even Rocky Express probably is at some point or another..Agreed with the woodie thing; I thought it was just conveyed rumour, not something that was actually considered!

10th birthday, 11th season, as you said.Interestingly, it is technically Fright Nights 10th birthday this season (and 11th season), but the 10th season of FN was classed as the 10th birthday.

I think you might mean the Thrills Workshop, as in front of the MAD house is the coach park..

This was back in 2009; probably was my first proper snowman...