The UK’s first and only double launch rollercoaster ICON is getting twisted this Easter with ENSŌ. In a first for Europe, ICON’s rear seats have been adapted so that riders can spin and twist freely during the ride’s existing thrilling duration.
Exciting news for thrill-seekers and fans of Thorpe Park! The iconic Detonator ride has just received a spectacular repaint and refresh, giving it a brand-new look that's sure to make your adrenaline rush even more exhilarating.
Extraordinary Golf at Alton Towers Resort turns 15 years old this year and to celebrate extra theming and stickers have been added to signs around the complex.
It's been reported that work has been going on in and around Nemesis Sub Terra building. The space has been used for a Halloween maze for the past few years, with Nemesis closing next year for a re-track could we see this old attraction reopen to fill its space and build some hype?!
A huge metal structure is currently being installed over the final break run of Dragons Fury. When it begins to rain Dragons Fury is known to have issues with wetness. It's hoped that when this structure is completed that the ride's availability during wetter days will be improved.
To celebrate 20 years of Colossus at Thorpe Park, the park has given the hashtag Thorpe Park sign a makeover! New stickers have been placed over the sign to celebrate the ride turning 20, we would love to busy a shirt with this lunar design on it.
Construction work on Project Amazon at Chessington appears to be progressing well. Since our last visit to the park, a time-lapse camera has been set up on the site office shipping container in the corner of the site and further site preparation has happened.
Early work on Project Anchor at Chessington appears to have begun, this expansion of Pirates Cove will see two new flat rides installed as the resort continues to expand its ride lineup.
Work on reinstalling High Striker continues at Thorpe Park. The gondola for the ride has now been reinstalled on the drop tower and the ride has been seen testing. Music for the ride was also heard testing during our visit.
Now the park has been given approval on plans to refresh the Lodge Gate, heavy construction can now begin! Work on the retheme has already begun with the canopy covering the turnstiles being removed along with most of the entrance turnstiles!
After years of being missing, Tidal Wave has finally got its fire effect back! The fire effect is still yet to be seen in action however the fact it's been reinstalled is a big moment for the ride. We cant wait to see it one day soon.