pognoi Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 It's hard to say because Paramounts Physical developments are focused more to Murcia at the mo. Aswell as this the concept images have changed drastically each time a new one is updated. 'It will feature Europe’s largest indoor water park, theatres, live music venues, attractions, cinemas, restaurants, event space and hotels'. ~ Wikipedia. The walk from Ebbsfleet is probably too long for some guests, being around a mile each way, so they will definitely install some kind of travel option besides walking. As to what is unclear yet though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 They said they'd have shuttle buses from Ebbsfleet somewhere I'm sure of it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pognoi Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 They said they'd have shuttle buses I'm sure of it... were they going to add a monorail from ebsfleet international See I actually thought it was gonna be flying saucers but who knows?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 20 minute stroll, lazy buggers. The Ebsfleet thing is one of the real massive positives of this plan. With trains from the doorstep of this to the doorstep of DLRP taking under 2 and a half hours it is absolutely realistic to see them as linked; I would expect to see a significant number of people from Europe and beyond to visit both as part of the same trip. From there it's less than an hour to both Thorpe and Chessington too, if they have any sort of sense Merlin would be laying on coaches from the Paramount accommodation if this ever does get built. This could end up being a real central tourist hub. AJ and pognoi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted September 18, 2014 Report Share Posted September 18, 2014 See I actually thought it was gonna be flying saucers but who knows?! I think I'll just wait until I see the flying pigs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimble Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 I was under the impression that Paramount Wonderland or whatever it ends up being called IS as it stands, due to go ahead. Merlin are getting (and are renouned for getting) brands which are already popular and attaching them to a concept. I sometimes wonder what those creative leads are actually doing, other than sitting in the staff canteen eavesdropping on any good ideas they may hear! Paramount has more of a decent profile of IP's which they can attach to your average bog standard intamin launch and market as, example: "transformers-the ride" merlin CAN compete, but if they do, and in good time. Is another kettle of fish. We all agree generally that a little competition will do the UK theme park industry a great deal of good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted November 5, 2014 Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 Star Trek Coaster!!! At least in the concept image anyway. https://scontent-a- Matt 236 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 That looks pretty awesome! The new images reveal plans for Paramount-themed attractions including The Italian Job, Star Trek and Mission Impossible. - See more at: http://www.leisuremanagement.co.uk/detail.cfm?pagetype=detail&subject=news&codeID=312392#sthash.gKlvxaRt.dpuf Some interesting choices, not entirely sure what I think of Mission Impossible ride (or show / stunts maybe?), but the others have huge potential. If this is really what they are aiming at it is going to include attractions on a scale that simply do not exist elsewhere in the UK currently. It'll be a real eye opener for the GP that don't know what theme parks can really be like, and might make some of the competition look a little bit weak, which can only be a good thing for getting serious development elsewhere. stretchy and Doc 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 Hmm, still not sure that this is really on the cards; something about the set up of the company the "process", and the verbal representations. I will wait until building is in progress to make my next comment on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam_sparks1 Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 I'm really really excited for it all I only like 5 mins away at most from the site and will be going down the most weeks to check on construction if and when it starts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 At this moment in time I would say that paramount park is likley to go ahead. So these concept images look like the park has great potential. Kerfuffle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Big old update... http://www.londonparamount.info/media/1022/paramount_full-set.pdf Turns out the "Leisure Core" will consist of the park (presumably 6 themed areas) and a Citywalk style thing with a 2000 seat theatre, cinema, displays, shops and food... Will take up 45 hectares (111 acres) in total... Also an indoor waterpark will also be built... Another important factor is that they've set aside land for future expansion... Could be an interesting development, though I have a feeling they might also be going for some form of queueless system as a quote of "State of the art technology maximising visitor experience: shortening queues and increasing per hour activity", which could be ANYTHING... Hopefully that just means that they've visited Europa Park and decided that it's what they should follow... pluk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 12 major rides sounds interesting. Not sure if that comes under the other categories listed or separate but either way it seems promising. My only concern with it at the moment is the lack of room for expansion. The areas designated are not exactly large and I feel that the park could see the same fate as Thorpe or chessington not too long after it opens. However I am happy to see that the concept images still show a wooden coaster in the background. I know its only a concept image but I can always dream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 The important bit The Resort will have over 50 exciting rides and attractions all themed around some of the most famous films, television programmes, games and other artistic works of our partners. Attractions will include: • Signature entertainment shows and cultural events • 12 major rides • Water rides • Family rides • Adrenaline rides The heart of the park will open to the public in Easter 2020, with additional rides and attractions scheduled to be unveiled soon after in the following years. Does sound very ambitious. Altitude 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 6 coasters and 6 dark rides? Could have duelling coasters which count as 2 major rides... The dark rides could range from stuff like Mystic Manor to Twister/Earthquake... The possibilities are quite high really... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imagineer Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Themed lands are called Adventure Isle, Land of Legends, Cartoon Circus, Starfleet Command, Action Square, Port Paramount, Entertainment City. A couple of those are quite obvious in terms of what might go there, but others not so much? Altitude 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altitude Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 I'm actually so excited for this park! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mah boi Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 The document that they made, makes me feel a bit confused. They say they want Paramount London to be the best entertainment destination in Europe, but yet it seems that in a way, they are ignoring their paramount park in spain. pognoi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holtjammy16 Posted November 11, 2014 Report Share Posted November 11, 2014 More excited for this than I've been for any of our current theme park's developments Shame opening is so far away, could be the best theme-park related thing we've ever had in this country Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted November 11, 2014 Report Share Posted November 11, 2014 This sounds really exciting, loving the look of that Startrek coaster. I bet this place will wipe the floor with all our other parks, even Alton Towers. Apart from Thorpe's dark ride and Dreamland, there isn't much to be excited really in the uk themepark industry, not to mention Chessie & Legoland are clogged for development and Lightwater, Flantasy & Pleasure island are really struggling currently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 Looks unlikely that the Beeb will be letting Merlin have their paws on anymore IPs... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/11284388/BBC-to-open-theme-park-to-exploit-Doctor-Who-and-Top-Gear-brands.html In actual terms (rather than the Telegraph's incorrect assumption of the park being BBC in its entirity), Paramount Park have got BBC on board to use some of their IPs... So we might just see a Dr Who themed ride in the end... Press Release from Paramount as below: A landmark agreement has been struck today that could see some of BBC Worldwide’s biggest brands feature prominently in a new entertainment resort near London supported by leading Hollywood studio Paramount Pictures.London Resort Company Holdings (LRCH), the company behind the multi-billion pound London Paramount Entertainment Resort in North Kent, has signed a Development Agreement with the commercial arm of the BBC to feature their intellectual property at the resort alongside leading Hollywood studio Paramount Pictures.The partnership agreement would mean that some of the best loved and celebrated programmes and characters to appear on British TV and radio in recent decades could be brought to life at a new world-class entertainment destination.The Development Agreement is the first step towards a formal partnership between BBC Worldwide and the London Paramount Entertainment Resort, which is currently earmarked for an Easter 2020 opening date. LRCH already has a separate agreement in place with Paramount Pictures, the oldest major Hollywood studio in existence, which will allow the resort to access over 3,000 films including iconic movies such as Mission: Impossible, Star Trek, The Godfather and The Italian Job.David Testa, Director of LRCH, said:"We are delighted to bring the world's leading public service broadcaster on board this project. The BBC has played an instrumental role in shaping the British entertainment industry for nearly a century, creating some of the most iconic and cherished characters on TV and radio. It seems only right therefore that its programmes will be present at the new London Paramount Entertainment Resort, which will combine the glamour of Hollywood with the best of British culture.”Stephen Davies, Director Live Events, BBC Worldwide, said:“We’re always looking for opportunities to extend fans’ enjoyment of their favourite shows and the idea behind this resort is a really exciting way of celebrating the very special place the BBC has in British culture.”Mike Bartok, Executive Vice President Parks & Resorts, Paramount Pictures,said:"It is outstanding to be working with a globally recognised brand with such a rich, respected history. We see London Paramount as a pioneer in the delivery of an outstanding partnership entertainment experience." pluk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 As that is a self congratulatory release, designed no doubt to lure investors, it will be making the most of the details of this deal. There is one important word missing; 'exclusively'. If the deal they had stuck prevented the BBC selling the IP's elsewhere you can be pretty sure it would say so, I wouldn't say it discounts other developments elsewhere. This reads to me more like an agreement in principle rather than an actual deal, which would make sense considering the park is far from a certainty. The BBC would be nuts to hold off on all other potential revenue for so long on the off chance this thing actually goes ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexander Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 I can't see a Dr who ride being at thorpe if this is going ahead at paramount though. Hope it is exclusive pognoi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altitude Posted December 10, 2014 Report Share Posted December 10, 2014 I think Paramount Park would pull it off better, purely because of space and budget (which I assume will be massive). Shame it's 6 years away from opening, if it does </3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Just be reminded of this, now if they really wanted a world class dark ride... Fred, JamminGamer and pluk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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