Review: Legend of the Chained Oak film
The Legend of the Chained Oak film has been a long time in the making, but after several aborted attempts it has now seen the light of day. It is…
Alton Towers launches food discount vouchers
Alton Towers has launched a number of discount vouchers for its fast food restaurants, following recent price increases. The vouchers, which can be printed off by guests that visit the…
Fantasy Island will open for 2015 season
Fantasy Island has confirmed that it will open for the 2015 season, despite the amusement park entering administration earlier this month. The attraction confirmed via a posting on its Facebook…
Whirlwind flat ride to leave Lightwater Valley
The Whirlwind flat ride is to leave Lightwater Valley, following its placing on the market by the theme park. It was installed at the North Yorkshire park for the 2011…
Alton Towers Enchanted Village to open April 2015
Alton Towers’ new resort accommodation – the Enchanted Village – will open on 18 April 2015, it has been confirmed. The Staffordshire theme park is currently constructing the new offering,…
Operator ran Twister at ‘50% above speed limit’
A fairground ride operator has been accused of operating a Twister ride at 50% above its maximum recommended speed limit. A hearing at Northampton Magistrates’ Court heard the claims following…
Welsh rides condemned for electrocution risk
Two fairground rides based in Wales were condemned by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) earlier this year for presenting a risk of electrocution, it has emerged. A travelling-type Formula…
Asylum maze removed from Thorpe Park event
A scare maze which attracted controversy last year due to its mental health theme has been removed from Thorpe Park’s line-up of Halloween attractions. The Surrey park was criticised by…