Stuntman707

What about a Q-Bot style system for RAPs? Virtual queuing without having to rely on staff filling out the cards. There needs to be a better system. Says a lot when I hear from others about closing, the main queue suddenly starts moving faster. All these priority lines just make things worse.

A valid point. I don’t see why they couldn’t charge for RAP passes even if it is a discounted rate just to deter the abuse of the product. This money can then go towards investment and maintenance of accessibility in the parks.

In a way it does show how Merlin thinks The London Resort is now a credible threat and not just an investors wet dream. Now it’s got Merlins official attention, I hope it does go ahead for the sake of competition. Merlin are going to have to start planning some new coasters if they’re want to draw people away from a brand new theme park. Small walkthrough attractions and rebrands aren’t going to cut it.

Crowds overwhelming Chessington this week. 🙄 https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/chessington-world-adventures-huge-queues-24265847?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mirror_main&fbclid=IwAR0OXAscdt_LiMoz5JpwV5vch9jGBiuZ5e80Gjm374UubrK3Dqp8gT5wF0U

On the Facebook MAP group - “My youngest has an allergy to water”

Honestly it’s nice to see more live entertainment like the European parks have.

An off-ride video of Stealth I’ve put together;

Actually quite enjoyed Black Mirror today. Reminds me a lot like a modern funhouse. The layout changes which makes it very disorientating and the effects make it a great experience. I think it’s going to be a popular attraction even if it is a low budget addition.

Going to go try it out tomorrow. Trying not to watch too many spoilers but I don't have high expectations either. Agree X would have been great for a Black Mirror re-theme.

It’s looking like a mirror maze but maybe with footage of you unwittingly picking your nose in the queue? 😅

Just discovered Bardcore and it's brilliant. 😄 Medieval Candy Shop - I'll take you down to Camelot, I'll serve you up the freshest broth, And lay with you beneath the motte, Be still and hear our horses trot, WOAH

I'm just thankful that Towers have taken a run down area of the park and put new life into it. If the ride runs reliably and there is a constant flow of cars though the boarding area then it shouldn't matter that it stops mid-ride if it's still part of the experience. As for funding, the whole area has been improved not just one ride and hopefully following positive reactions, we may see further expansion of the area if it will prove to be a success. Also in the time Towers and other Merlin parks have had new coasters, attractions and hotels built from the ground up, Thorpe Park has had no major project since DBGT. So IMO if any Merlin park needs a new "major" ride funded, I'd say Thorpe does over Towers. It's easy to say CATCF would have been a better location, but that's assuming Granny was in the works before or alongside the Dungeon.

An B&M launched wing coaster I can get behind, but why boomerang?!? Nah it's too high capacity! Hopefully the layout is just unfinished. 👍

Just seen a picture that hints about what's inside;

Nice teaser of the Valhalla refurb; https://m.facebook.com/watch/?v=499347131434332

Samurai must be on it's last legs by now. They're still keeping it going despite how tame I've found it compared to the one I did at Hyde Park a few years ago.

Just finished a little montage of Colossus. Check it out -

First day back on Saturday for me and my god it was busy! Fastrack sold out and queues for all the coasters were a solid 80-90mins all day. Managed 2 rides on Stealth, 1 on Rapids & Vortex and had to call it a day after a good bit of filming. Never seen the queue for Saw this long!

Very annoyed to hear ICON has had belts recently installed. Same as Helix and Copperhead Strike but interestingly not Blue Fire!

New documentary incoming: https://www.facebook.com/180942845798477/posts/773516373207785/?d=n

Thorpe really need to sort out traveller Sundays. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-54617387

Oh no, they had the best chips in the park.

I love these drone chases. 😃

I need one of these for ride sims!

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