Thorpe Park Slammer Closes
It has been confirmed via Thorpe Park's social media channels that Slammer will remain shut for the remainder of the season. It is currently unknown why the ride is shut and if the ride will return next year.
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WC16 Teaser Shirts On Sale!
Theres a dark secret coming and you’ll be out of your mind to miss it! Spotted in the Thorpe Park Mega Store at Amity Cove the park have begun to sell Minds Wanted 2016 Teaser T-Shirts for £15 each. There are currently three designs.
Tomb Blaster And Safari Skyway Shut For 2015
Chessington have confirmed via there website that Tomb Blaster and Safari Skyway will remain closed for the remainder of the 2015 theme park season.
The Flume Set To Shut Early
Following Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park shutting early in the season a couple of weeks ago Alton Towers last night announced on there website that The Flume will be shutting on 10th October 2015 for the remainder of the 2015 theme park season.
WC16 The Mystery Continues
WC16, the mystery continues as yet more of the structure is put up and more clues are posted on the minds wanted website. The structure surrounding the pit looks to almost be complete with the first section of what we think will become the shop being built.
Tidal Wave Shuts For 2015
Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park has shut for the reminder of the 2015 season. It is currently unknown the reason behind the ride closing however the park has put up a sign a the entrance to the ride and has changed the description of the ride on the Thorpe Park website.
The Smiler Begins Testing Again
Over the past few days it would seem The Smiler at Alton Towers has begun testing again following the accident on the ride on 2nd June 2015. Prior to the ride testing rope inspections of the ride where undertaken along with what we believe are safety enhancements of the ride system.
Fright Nights 2015 Construction Update
Fright Nights are back and is set to be the scariest ever! With all mazes back from last year with the exception of studio 13 its all hands on deck to get the park ready. Fright Nights kicks off on 9th October and runs on 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24 October – 1 November.
Ashok The Asiatic Lion Dies
Sad news is coming in today, announced on the parks social media channels Ashok the parks Asiatic Lion has passed away at the age of 18. Due to ongoing health difficulties relating to his age the difficult decision was taken to humanely euthanize him.
Rattlesnake Reopens
It has been announced on Chessington's social media channels that Rattlesnake has finally reopened following the closure of the ride after the incident on the Smiler at Alton Towers. It is believed that the ride has undergone major work over the past few weeks.
Project WC16 From Above!
With WC16’s foundations complete, work can now continue to finish constructing the shell of the building. Work has progressed well since our last update with more metal girders put in place towards the back of the site.