JoshC. Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 Chessington have submitted plans for a small log flume, taking place partially on Toadies site. Toadies will receive a slight rerouting and become shorter as a result. Both rides will receive a jungle sort of theme. https://www.southparks.co.uk/2019/10/08/chessington-world-of-adventures-resort-plans-new-mini-log-flume-and-re-theme-of-toadies-crazy-cars/ The log flume appears to be the same one that was at Weymouth Sealife. There had previously been rumours it would go to Chessington and be placed where Creepy Caves was, though that was like 2-3 years ago. Quite like the idea. A small log flume for young kids who can't do Tiger Rock is much needed in my opinion. However, it's another low capacity ride targeted for the younger side of the family market - not my first choice of attraction for Chessington. Still, good to see investment, and hopefully the theming is quirky too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 It will give young kiddies a shot at a log flume, but a second-hand low capacity filler is the very last thing Chessington needs at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 Fastrack please. Mattgwise 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattgwise Posted October 9, 2019 Report Share Posted October 9, 2019 The boats supposedly fit three but looking at videos they really only seem to fit one adult and child any bigger than a 5 year old. The ride time is also around 2:30. This is going to be seriously low capacity at around 300 per hour. What with fastrack and RAP I can see this having a very long queue time! It will make rattlesnake seem high capacity! However, like has been said, it is good to actually see something put in, even if it is second hand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted October 9, 2019 Report Share Posted October 9, 2019 One day Thorpe Park will have a planning application submitted again, sigh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted October 9, 2019 Report Share Posted October 9, 2019 Just. Why? Much like with the other cast offs from Weymouth, feels more a forced upon park decision as opposed to something thought out deliberately... I just don't get these decisions, they could've just removed Toadies and get a REAL investment instead of this... SteveJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted October 9, 2019 Report Share Posted October 9, 2019 From the plans is it safe to assume there'll be a new crocodile themed area as such, that will include the new Croc-Tower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 On 10/9/2019 at 8:51 AM, Benin said: get a REAL investment That will never happen at Chessington, lets be realistic here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glitch Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 6 minutes ago, StevenVig said: That will never happen at Chessington, lets be realistic here Is the drop tower not a real investment. Looks heavily themed to me and perfect for Chessington bar capacity issues. Just because Chessington isn't getting an RMC anytime soon doesn't mean that they arn't going for a REAL investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 No one mentioned RMC, especially when a Mack Big Dipper would be a much more suitable choice for Chessie given a lack of space and everything else... Or a Lech Coaster could be an option? Or maybe if they want another water ride get a Rapids or Supersplash? Plenty of options that would suit the park more than 2nd hand log flume (drop tower is a fair enough addition/replacement for Rameses)... SteveJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 1 hour ago, Glitch said: Is the drop tower not a real investment. Looks heavily themed to me and perfect for Chessington bar capacity issues. Just because Chessington isn't getting an RMC anytime soon doesn't mean that they arn't going for a REAL investment. I stand corrected, but I still believe it will be a half arsed job, it's Merlin. The park needs a large investment, and not a refurbishment of a current ride or a second hand ride from a Sea Life Kerfuffle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
profburp Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 6 hours ago, StevenVig said: I stand corrected, but I still believe it will be a half arsed job, it's Merlin. The park needs a large investment, and not a refurbishment of a current ride or a second hand ride from a Sea Life Whilst, it would be great for them to have a real investment, I think it's fair to say that of all the Merlin parks, Chessington is looking the most complete package and fresh currently, even if that has just meant retheming rides and areas. I think that the addition of a new attraction together with the Sealife ride will be a great addition, just not quite sure how the drop tower crocodile theme will really fit with the current area as of yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 8 hours ago, Glitch said: Is the drop tower not a real investment. Looks heavily themed to me and perfect for Chessington bar capacity issues. It's been suggested the drop tower will be another second hand ride, if so, no, not really a proper investment. Bears a striking resemblence to Detonator. I guess we'll find out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted October 16, 2019 Report Share Posted October 16, 2019 3 hours ago, SteveJ said: It's been suggested the drop tower will be another second hand ride, if so, no, not really a proper investment. Bears a striking resemblence to Detonator. I guess we'll find out. Lumber Jump? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 18 hours ago, profburp said: I think it's fair to say that of all the Merlin parks, Chessington is looking the most complete package and fresh currently Legoland says hi Kerfuffle and Glitch 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
profburp Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 7 hours ago, StevenVig said: Legoland says hi No offence to Legoland! Just in my opinion even that isn’t looking at it’s best at present. Just my opinion, sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuntman707 Posted October 17, 2019 Report Share Posted October 17, 2019 Chessington seem to specialise in low capacity attractions now. If I were being cynical I’d say it’s done on purpose to boost Fastrack sales. I remember once going on the Scorpion on a quiet day and getting on before the people in the RAPs / Fastrack queue! Coaster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theme Park Fanatic Posted October 19, 2019 Report Share Posted October 19, 2019 Who else think that the Miss Hippos Fungle Safari Jeeps will be relocated to Chessington and attached to the Toadies Crazy Cars track, in a deal that sees Ramasis Revenge relocated to Thorpe Park. For the 2020. I personally think this exchange will take place as if you remember back in 2005 a similar acorance with Eclipse (Peeking Hights) relocating from Thorpe Park and Samurai going to Thorpe Park. Please reply with your opinions on my theory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted October 19, 2019 Report Share Posted October 19, 2019 4 hours ago, Theme Park Fanatic said: Who else think that the Miss Hippos Fungle Safari Jeeps will be relocated to Chessington and attached to the Toadies Crazy Cars track, in a deal that sees Ramasis Revenge relocated to Thorpe Park. For the 2020. I personally think this exchange will take place as if you remember back in 2005 a similar acorance with Eclipse (Peeking Hights) relocating from Thorpe Park and Samurai going to Thorpe Park. Please reply with your opinions on my theory. This was supposed to be top secret! Whatever 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theme Park Fanatic Posted October 22, 2019 Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 Any updates on this project? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted October 22, 2019 Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Theme Park Fanatic said: Any updates on this project? No, but I want it to fall through, two log flumes in one park!? This only works at BPB, because, well, Valhalla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted October 22, 2019 Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 BPB used to have 3 "flumes" (loathe to call Valhalla a log flume) so 2 is nothing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted October 22, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2019 Didn't Heide Park have two log flumes back in the day? And same with Phantasialand? And Bagatelle still does, in a similar vain to what Chessington will have (one normal one, one mini one). It's not that uncommon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theme Park Fanatic Posted November 16, 2019 Report Share Posted November 16, 2019 Does anyone have an update regarding the relocation of Weymouth Sea Life Centres mini log flume,and the rerouting and retheme of toadies crazy cars? I wouldn't be surprised if the new safari attraction means the relocation of Miss Hippos Fungle Safari Jeeps and some of the mentioned rides themeing elements! Please watch this video to see what the Toadies Crazy Cars rethemed ride could in my opinion look like! https://www.google.co.uk/url?q=https://m.youtube.com/watch%3Fv%3DMXROcIJl1as&sa=U&ved=2ahUKEwjFgNa14O_lAhU1TRUIHfZzArAQtwIwAHoECAYQAQ&usg=AOvVaw1R5-xVsNdNV8_mmbFdY2TG If there's any updates regarding this 2020 project over the 2019\2020 closed season please post them here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted January 15, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2020 Official link for Rainforest area: https://www.chessington.com/the-rainforest/ A focus on it being for younger guests (especially with the mini log time being an alternative for Tiger Rock). Hopefully the park do still focus on something a bit more thrilling too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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