Alton Towers ‘committed and heavily investing’
Alton Towers has said that it is ‘strongly committed’ and ‘heavily investing’ following announcements of operational cuts for the 2016 season.
Alton Towers dismantles Ripsaw ride
Alton Towers has dismantled its Ripsaw ride, following reports that it would not feature in the park’s 2016 lineup.
7-rollercoaster theme park plan for south Wales
A theme park home to seven rollercoasters is being planned in the town of Llanelli in south west Wales.
“Reduced openings a nail in Merlin’s coffin”
Regular reader Laura Mitchell writes of her displeasure with the latest operational cuts to Merlin Entertainments UK theme parks.
Christmas Message 2015
As always at this time of the year, we would like to take a moment to reflect on the year that has passed.
Merlin to discount annual passes by 30% in sale
Merlin Entertainments will reduce the price of its annual passes by around 30% during a sale running between 1 January and 15 February next year.
Alton Towers cuts 26 days from 2016 season
Alton Towers has cut 26 days from its 2016 operating calendar, following a year of heavy visitor losses caused by the Smiler accident.
Park of the Year 2015: Blackpool Pleasure Beach
We are pleased to announce that Blackpool Pleasure Beach has been awarded Ride Rater’s Park of the Year award for the second year running.