TheDumbFairy Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Seems alot nicer than the thomas towns the flags have to offer. Better rides; seems more developed and better themed. anyone notice that 'jeremy's flying accademy' is a cut and paste of 'big red plans' from the SF wiggle world rides? Globe and cloud positioning and all? cranky's tower drop is pretty cute.
Jew Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Because someone has to say it... This is what SFMM should have done.
cfc Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Good for Drayton--the new Thomas Town looks nice. I hope this marks an upturn for the park, which was in pretty sad shape a few years ago.
Teacups Make Me Sick Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 If only they can get George Carlin to be the conductor....
coaster05 Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 That looks like a much needed addition to one of the most disapointing parks on the UK tour. As stated above this looks way better than the ones at SF.
PURE Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Because someone has to say it... Maybe its just me, but do these Thomas Town installations look lame and sub-par to anyone else? I'm just not happy with the quality at all, and if this park is one of the best they got, its really going to look dumpy at Magic Mountain. I just think there's much better things the park could put in to entertain kids. They notice the little things too.
coaster05 Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 ^Looking at the map it appears to have good theming and a nice variety of rides, what else would you like them to do?
SharkTums Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Yeah, I don't quite get your argument. At least it's a kids area with a theme...and an established theme...not the current flavor of the few years kids attraction like the Wiggles. The Thomas Town at Fuji Q was one of the nicest themed areas (kids or adult) I've ever seen. I can't wait to take KT there in September (well, actually I'd rather not go back to Fuji Q but that's another rant!) The Drayton Manor Thomas Town doesn't look quite as nice as Fuji Q but is still light years ahead of the Six Flags version. Seriously, I'm glad to see a kids area getting themed at all instead of a lame collection of off the shelf Zamperla rides (Sorry Bruno!!!)
Bucket Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 ^How does the Fuji-Q Thomas Town compare to this one? Hopefully, the Six Flags version will be equally good as this looks like a very cute little themed area!
PURE Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 as opposed to this I think the Bugs Bunny stuff looks much better. Why they couldn't just keep the same quality themework and tie in Thomas Town is my concern. Thomas town looks too cheap, with not so much quality.
Jew Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 Uhm...how are they supposed to theme a train yard? Looking at all the pictures in that update (not just the two you chose as cheap), I don't think this Thomas Town is any better or worse than Bugs Bunny World.
cfc Posted March 27, 2008 Posted March 27, 2008 From what I saw in the photos, I think the Drayton Thomas Town is very nicely themed. I particularly liked the "crane drop tower."
exmouse Posted February 25, 2010 Posted February 25, 2010 (edited) 2010 is Drayton Manor Parks 60th anniversary and to celebrate they're bringing the Oscar winning film Happy Feet to the 4D cinema. A specially adapted 12 minute version of the film will play repeatedly throughout the day. For those who don't know it's the film all about Mumbles the penguin. Colin Bryan, Managing Director of Drayton Manor Theme Park comments: “We are very excited to have an Oscar winning film showing at the park this year. The 4D cinema provides great entertainment for all ages, and we wanted to show something extra special during our Diamond Jubilee." ADMIN EDIT: I updated the title to include "NEWS:" as well as a more descriptive subtitle. Thanks for posting this! Edited February 25, 2010 by jedimaster1227
DBru Posted February 25, 2010 Posted February 25, 2010 Sounds like a fun ride... While I'm personally not a big fan of the movie, I can definitely see the potential of it to be a lot more exciting and interesting in this form.
mwm1444 Posted February 25, 2010 Posted February 25, 2010 It's not a great 4D theatre - but at least this should be better than Pirates 4D. This is the second year in a row that they've advertised the 4D attraction as being the big 'New For' thing of the year. Mike 'why can't I have a decent home park like everyone else?' Moody
StealthFan Posted February 26, 2010 Posted February 26, 2010 ^Pirates 4D is one of the better 4D films out there if you ask me. I haven't even seen this film to start with so it will be something new for me. -Craig
Ed Posted February 26, 2010 Posted February 26, 2010 Perhaps they will update "The Haunting" to include Brittany Murphy on a stick?
jedimaster1227 Posted March 22, 2010 Posted March 22, 2010 http://www.thisistamworth.co.uk/news/Plan-relieve-Drayton-Manor-traffic/article-1931806-detail/article.html A traffic management scheme designed to reduce congestion on the roads around Drayton Manor Theme Park has been unveiled. Under the plans there will be a ban by Staffordshire Highways on any non-emergency roadworks during peak visitor season, and there will be permanent changes to motorway signage installed from junction 9 of the M42 to divert traffic away from local roads, which will be in place by August. The bus service to the park is also being looked at and car parking facilities at the park have been improved. The scheme came about after the Drayton Manor Park (DMP) Travel Management Group which includes the Park's management, Staffordshire Highways, the national Highways Agency, Staffordshire Police and traffic specialists, was set up in 2008 to combat the growing traffic congestion in the Fazeley area during peak visitor times. Cllr Matthew Ellis, the county councillor who represents the area in which the park is situated, has been involved in the group from the start. He said the group had discussed a number of suggestions, including the use of alternative motorway junctions, a £300,000 investment in new car parks by the park, changes to traffic network signage as far afield as Birmingham and changes to the way visitors enter and leave the attraction. "Something had to be done – it was sometimes taking local people an hour to travel a couple of miles back home," Cllr Ellis explained. "The local network, particularly the roads from Ventura Park, is often under pressure and the new attractions at Drayton Manor Park have meant increasing visitor numbers which have swamped local roads resulting in near gridlock at times. "After the initial meetings between local agencies and the Park's management it became clear a wider strategic approach, including regional motorways and the M6 (Toll), was needed rather than just local solutions." "I'm grateful to the Highways Agency for its tremendous efforts in working with Staffordshire Highways, Police and the Park owners to make this happen. "This is an excellent example of the private sector providing significant investment alongside local and national Government in order to find solutions to tackle major inconvenience for local people whilst supporting the growing business and job creation at a popular regional attraction."
GeaugaLake3 Posted November 28, 2010 Posted November 28, 2010 I think this is probably the most appropriate place to post this question, but does anyone have any info on this new Jr. Boomerang for next year. Its sounds like a pretty interesting concept.
deathbydinn Posted February 25, 2011 Posted February 25, 2011 http://www.ukparknews.co.uk/entry/cms/?p=3223 Today, Drayton Manor have posted a photo of their new Ben10 mini boomerang coaster via their Official Facebook page. Click the image for a larger version. This is looking to be an exciting addition to the park. UK Park News be visiting soon after opening to bring you an attraction review. Here’s the official Ride Logo:
Porsmond Posted February 25, 2011 Posted February 25, 2011 The ECC are having their AGM at Drayton on Sunday, and I am going on the trip, we are having a behind the scenes tour of the park,so I will try and remember to post some new pictures of the ride soon afterwards
robbalvey Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 So it's basically a Roller Skater shuttle? Interesting...
rctneil Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 I'm actually quite looking forward to trying this out. I hope to head down to Drayton sometime just after opening or even for opening and will get some photos and post them on the board. I saw a photo of this ride earlier today and the second tower isn't just straight, it's all wonky which should make for an interesting ride experience. I really hope they theme it all well and it should definitely pull in kiddies. Neil
ColinM Posted February 27, 2011 Posted February 27, 2011 These just in: check out that return spike... the front seat ride should be interesting at this point! 1 or 2 more: clicky well... Its about the best the UK has to offer as 'new for 2011'!!
Shavethewhales Posted February 27, 2011 Posted February 27, 2011 This looks WAY better than what I was expecting. The buildings that have popped up around the course really add to it as well. This will probably be Drayton's best coaster.
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