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I'm extremely disappointed and concerned something like this could happen. I just hope the abuser gets what it deserves and the law is on our side. Hopefully this will have no negative impact to the other 95% of innocent childless adults who visit Legoland and we suddenly find ourselves in a Gullivers situation.

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I don't know what makes me sadder, the poor state of disrepair the ride has become in or the likeleihood of it's successor. The Bubbleworks in its heyday was charming attraction, something magical, immersive and that appealed to everyone whether they were 7 or 70. Sadly over the years the ride has suffered neglect and become a shadow of its former self. Whether that be the LED flooded scenes, garish colours or mess of the fountain finale. The ride could've still had a place at Chessington today if the park had cared. Parks like Europa and Efteling really look after their dark rides which often get updated whilst keeping their charm. See Fata Morgana, Piccolo Mondo, Festival Carnival and Geisterschloss. Whilst this his forseen closure could seen as putting the ride out of its misery, I can't say I'm optimistic for it's replacement. Rumours point towards an IP retheme of the Gruffalo. My main concern isn't really the case of the ride using a less creative and original (typical Merlin) approach but moreso cohesion. The original Chessington was aimed to have different themed world areas, China (Mystic East), Mexico (Mexicana) and even India (Wild Asia) proved this. By adding a fictional (even if British) IP into a European themed town with a forest theme will most certainly cripple area cohesion for sure. Of course, they could surprise all of us by making the whole area feel more fitting whilst retaining the original features. But the likes of Zufari, Tombs and Angry Birds unfortunately fill me with no confidence what so ever.

Because some of our members broke it on Ministey Of Sound night, after a long ride marathon. Either that or it's just taking a long time for an essential component that the ride cannot run without.

Most of Old Town (formerly Canada Creek) is currently derelict. Loggers is shut off, the Noodle place has closed down, The ice cream place has shut down and so has the hot dogs alongside the long gone CCR. Apart from Rocky, the game stalls and Slammer & Samurai just outside, this area of the park now definitely feels like a dead zone. Whilst we may see more action for Fright Nights, I feel area is currently under consideration from the park on whether to restore it and reopen Loggers or to eventually demolish everything (including Rocky ) for their next big thing (likely a coaster).

Sadly, these incidents will be the norm with the issues we face in modern times. Least it was a false alarm though and the security team dealt with it well. It's not the first 'attempted' incident near the park and sadly won't be the last.

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Interesting decision here. Hope the new carousel is positioned nicely. I'm guessing the old one is for the chop, which is a shame as it has loverly murals of old Chessington, not to mention the spinning teacups. I do wonder whether this has anything to do with one of the potential future coasters going in that area?

I don't think he's going now anyway. So, Peppa is safe from being bacon. For now

Secret Life Of Pets (SLOP) is the one earmarked for Shrek (if I remember correctly)? Shame if Dragon Challenge is going completely (having never ridden) even if the re-theme and 'no' duel element removes much of its gimmick. However I'm sure Univerdal know what they're doing and in true fashion will replace what was good with something great. Its astounding how how the park can suddenly thrown in new plans this and accomplish it within 1-2 years whilst WDW take 5+ years for a land still not finished. Wonder whether the ride would get relocated or become the second and third B&M's (there's 2 tracks) to face the scrap heap.

I'll be making this one, but gutted TPM's no.1 bag holder won't be joining now

Did look very nice when I looked there the other day and definitely a hit. I would've eaten there too (if I'd had the budget). Out of interest, has Crust shut down this year as I don't think it's been open at all this year. I know the noodle place and Ice cream shop in Canada creek/Old Townhave shut down.

SLOPS? All sounds potentially exciting stuff and the park is truly continuing to rise in the up by the sounds. Dragon Challenge refurb sounds both interesting and a little concerning. I wonder whether this will be a complete Hulk style rebuild or a new ride completely? It would be/feel very strange for the park not to have this ride in the near future.

Tips on how to beat boredom in a queue 1/ don't use the queue 2/ beat boredom up 3/ challenge boredom to a game if this doesn't work, boredom won.

Thanks for this insight into the Odyssey that started the transformation into the Thorpe we know today. some interesting facts there. Never knew of those expiry dates for the IP's, but the Derren one sound quite reassuring. I can definitely see why, not much facial work has been to the ride, judging by all the structural and subsidence issues it has faced. How bad is the sinking problem out of interest? Was there any mention on Canada Creek/Loggers?

It did indeed in the last hour. And I give kudos to the engineers for doing so. still, hopefully Stealth and Tidal can be sorted as they both looked lifeless when I visited. they were also giving out free return tickets on the way out from what I saw. Ghost was ok though however I think it may have been on lower capacity as they were not filling all the queue line up.

On park today. All three rides as mentioned are closed. Not a good day for reliability. Have no idea what's up with Stealth and Inferno but hope they work soon as the park is really struggling without them.

Rushed evacuation scene? Well I never! I honestly expected a relaxing and peaceful experience on a ride of this nature.

I thought the throughput was around 800-900 PPH. But then again that may be on full capacity. Which again I hear it isn't on full just yet so may well be 500-600 PPH right now.

Well we know Chessie's is getting a brand new card factory for 2017. the ride will be themed around the Gruffalo, will be happy, clap, singy, patronising and only amusing to people under 5.

That's exactly why I mentioned them. But that said, Slammers actually been the most reliable of the three ironically. Lets hope they can get it back up and opening as the park really do need it open as the park numbers need to be up this year.

Apparently the Ghost Train is unavailable again. oh well, it was good while it lasted. Slammer is laughing uncontrollably and Smiler says hi.

Well considering the 2016 season hasn't ended yet and we've just been given a big dark ride, anything could happen. Maybe Loggers will reopen with a new alongside a repainted Colossus. Or perhaps Saw will get VR and Rumba rethemed to Ice Age for all we know.

It's August now and I have no idea what's going on with this meet and whether it's happening on the 13th or 20th. I don't want to make this a ranty post, but would like to make a few suggestions in regards to meets. 1/ add the specific date/s of the meet into the topic name and hide the polls The showing the meet dates on the calendar and Facebook chat groups to planned attendees have been very helpful lately.

Symbolica Latest Tower structures now on site. The attention to detail Efteling put into their attractions is remarkable. The ride will feature a Summer opening next year, which judging by Baron may be around July time. source Loopings