CharlieN Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 6 minutes ago, MattyMoo said: To be honest with the silence of Jart for the last few weeks, we really should've seen this coming. It's been more than weeks. Fancy starting a bring back Jart petition anyone? I'm not too annoyed that it's been delayed. While it's frustrating, in the long term, it really won't matter. Just be thankful that Thorpe Park is getting the high budget dark ride that most of us have always wanted (even if it does open late). Anyway, as long as it doesn't open as late as Lightning Rod I'm happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drivenmad567 Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 The carriage that was outside is a ride vehicle. According to my friend it is now inside and in testing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L7123456 Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 16 minutes ago, drivenmad567 said: The carriage that was outside is a ride vehicle. According to my friend it is now inside and in testing There's no solid fact that the carriage was a ride vechile and your friend probably isn't the most reliable source. Although, for all we know, it could've been a ride vechile and could now be testing. There's no way of knowing really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 I've also heard this from multiple places - exciting stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swooddow Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 I think the most obvious time that we could be looking at an opening date now would be may half term , as that gives them 3 weeks and is a good peak time to start to think about opening the attraction , with crowds being high during that period, maximising exposure and revenue , looking at it from a money making perspective . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitch Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 2 minutes ago, swooddow said: I think the most obvious time that we could be looking at an opening date now would be may half term , as that gives them 3 weeks and is a good peak time to start to think about opening the attraction , with crowds being high during that period, maximising exposure and revenue , looking at it from a money making perspective . At this point it think were looking at more than a weeks delay. David B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drivenmad567 Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 2 hours ago, MilesK said: There's no solid fact that the carriage was a ride vechile and your friend probably isn't the most reliable source. Although, for all we know, it could've been a ride vechile and could now be testing. There's no way of knowing really. As he is part of the thorpe maintenance team that is in overnight on the project I'd say he is.... Olistjj 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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pognoi Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 There is a seperate thread for dank memes Steve Kerfuffle, David B, Tom and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack holmes 12 Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 I can see people taking there anger out on other people comments chill out!! Nothing you can do I would rather they finished it and had no issues on opening day that quickly get it done and when it comes to opening day it shuts for 80% of the day because things weren't correctly done ! pognoi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 Saw Derren's live show tonight. After watching it, it's sort of reminded me just how big a deal his involvement is. He's an outright showman and loves his detail, and just seems to love getting a reaction from people. Having someone like that, who has such a big influence on the project, surely means only good can come from this!? David B, BenC, Glitch and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitch Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 Now lets just look at it this way, yes they have delayed opening but what is the cause. Fingers crossed it's something minor like headset glitches and rehersals to put on a great show rather than oh crap the train won't fit in place, ok who mucked up with the plans? In other news the Merlin magic van was outside Jewsons collecting a delivery this morning, that may just indicate to some of you that we are quite possibly looking at more than a week or twos delays. If I'm honest I'm hoping for a FN opening right now to add to the tension and atmosphere as I'm certainly in no rush to buy my Annual pass.... On that note when is the next TP meet taking place? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 A £40m ride delayed so it can open 3 weeks before the end if season. You are joking right? New tech is expected to have delays. It's no surprise its been pushed back. Especially with the 4009 companies seeming working on this. (Exaggerating for all those that take my words literally) Hopefully while they fix the issue the other parts can be perfected. Glitch and David B 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David B Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 Well I wouldn't have been able to make the original opening date. So I'm not to disappointed that its changed in that sense. I do feel sorry for those that have pre booked. I think in future Merlin would be better not promising an opening date until they know that its definitely relilistic. I have been following this since day one. I did plan to visit Thorpe next month and still may but I just wonder if my visit will include a trip on the Ghost Train. Time will tell. Slightly disappointing but I still look forward to its opening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian-S Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 2 hours ago, TallGuyDom said: In other news the Merlin magic van was outside Jewsons collecting a delivery this qmorning, that may just indicate to some of you that we are quite possibly looking at more than a week or twos delays. If I'm honest I'm hoping for a FN opening right now to add to the tension and atmosphere as I'm certainly in no rush to buy my Annual pass.... On that note when is the next TP meet taking place? I'm sure it was something more simple like collecting more wood for the cattlepen queue line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 2 hours ago, Project LC said: Especially with the 4009 companies seeming working on this Omg 4009 companies, that's amazing - This is going to be the biggest collaboration project to date What's your source? Project LC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 9 hours ago, Coaster Jamie said: It's just not acceptable. It is acceptable. It's in the terms and conditions which you agree to each time you walk through the front gates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 14 hours ago, Tommy said: ^ You posted earlier than @Ryan did on TPM over half a year ago? As good as Ryan's prediction was, it appears he was still trumped (kind of) a year and half earlier... Tom 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 13 hours ago, Ryan said: I'm starting to think you're Jart! He (or she) is everything I aspire to be but never will be. I am slightly hopeful that I'll be in luck for my 11th May visit but if not (which is probably the case from the sound of things) then meh, I'll ride when I go for MOS. I was sort of hoping it would open on time so I don't have to avoid spoilers for months on end David B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celia Mae Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 10 hours ago, TallGuyDom said: On that note when is the next TP meet taking place? Next Thorpe Park meet, 23rd of July for MoS, where we were HOPING to get on the ghost train. However next MERLIN meet is Alton Towers on the 25th-26th of June David B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 Just now, Mark9 said: It is acceptable. It's in the terms and conditions which you agree to each time you walk through the front gates. Of course they're covered in the T&C's, but that's irrelevant to whether it's acceptable or not IMO - just means they are covered legally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 2 hours ago, Coaster Jamie said: Of course they're covered in the T&C's, but that's irrelevant to whether it's acceptable or not IMO - just means they are covered legally. We'll just have to beg to differ then. I'm more sympathetic to Thorpe because the last thing they want is to annoy people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 4 hours ago, JoshC. said: As good as Ryan's prediction was, it appears he was still trumped (kind of) a year and half earlier... I'm confused, who is this Darren Brown they speak of? Kerfuffle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 8 hours ago, Tommy said: I'm confused, who is this Darren Brown they speak of? It was his stage name in 1992 - http://derrenbrown.co.uk/5-things-you-might-not-know-about-derren-brown/ Y'know, to fit in with the rumoured time travel stuff On a different note, a couple of photos from today from Theme UK... Lights have been added to the covered sections of the queue. These are the same as the ones posted on mindswanted. "Proceed this way after presentation" sign. And a couple from TPM... Complete clock. No more sign. No more mysterious, train carriage like, object outside the building. Tom 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gabbygrace Posted April 29, 2016 Report Share Posted April 29, 2016 The "carriage" was inside on Wednesday and during my VIP tour our guide had lots of praise for the ride and the experince as well as saying "we have set a date not that far away from the 6th so fingers crossed". Read into that what you will. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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