[quote=""Ryanfuk""][quote=""maguire245""][quote=""evil cod""]All I can say is massive LOLs at the theming and branding of the tower ride.[/quote]
Why is it funny? I think it's very well thought out and I love the lift level feature, which tells you which floor it's supposedly at [/quote]
You didn't notice the total Disney Rip-off going on then?[/quote]
Why is it a rip off? It's simply a good idea for a power tower, it's not exactly a replica and is also a travelling ride, it doesn't need to rip off of themepark ride themes.
Winter Wonderland - Hyde Park London
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This is great news that they're adding a drop tower to Winter Wonderland this year. I went last year and and found it awesome. But since they're adding a new thrill ride this year it should be much better. Can't wait :mrgreen: .
The attractions have now started to arrive at Hyde Park, currently on site are:-
The Huge Bayern 9 Slide from Germany
Eurocoaster (Suspended Reverchon Coaster) from Holland
Zierer Black Hole Indoor Coaster from Germany
Wheel Of Excellence (Giant Enclosed Capsule Wheel)
Power Tower2 (Mauher Sohne Shot & Drop Tower) from Germany
A Giant Fun-House from Germany
Some English fairground rides (rock-o-plane, carousel, tornado, Helter Skelter)
The Huge Bayern 9 Slide from Germany
Eurocoaster (Suspended Reverchon Coaster) from Holland
Zierer Black Hole Indoor Coaster from Germany
Wheel Of Excellence (Giant Enclosed Capsule Wheel)
Power Tower2 (Mauher Sohne Shot & Drop Tower) from Germany
A Giant Fun-House from Germany
Some English fairground rides (rock-o-plane, carousel, tornado, Helter Skelter)
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No sorry. There are photos back on page1 of whats expected at the time of posting though...
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Never managed to make it down to this before, but I'm definitely going to head down there at some point this year.
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For those interested in foreign rides, there is also a travelling fair including some Netherlands Kermis machines, which will be held inside the 02 arena (millenium dome). Dates are from November 20th until 3rd January 2010. One machine confirmed is a Huss Rides 'Magic', for those of you who would like the opportunity to ride one. It is owned by NL. showman Hinzen and can be seen here [url=http://www.ridesdb.com/db/thumbpic.php?ride_id=535" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.ridesdb.com/db/thumbpic.php?ride_id=535[/url]
I'm not sure where exactly inside the place it will be held, but I'm very sure you won't be able to miss it.
I'm not sure where exactly inside the place it will be held, but I'm very sure you won't be able to miss it.
Is this Zierer coaster meant to be any good? All Zierer coasters I have been on thus far have been average to poor.
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[quote=""maguire245""]For those interested in foreign rides, there is also a travelling fair including some Netherlands Kermis machines, which will be held inside the 02 arena (millenium dome). Dates are from November 20th until 3rd January 2010. One machine confirmed is a Huss Rides 'Magic', for those of you who would like the opportunity to ride one. It is owned by NL. showman Hinzen and can be seen here [url=http://www.ridesdb.com/db/thumbpic.php?ride_id=535" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.ridesdb.com/db/thumbpic.php?ride_id=535[/url][/quote]
Wow...looks like a cross between a twister and a waltzer!
Wow...looks like a cross between a twister and a waltzer!
I asked in the general fairs topic, but I'll ask again here:
Are there any plans for a meet at Winter Wonderland?
Are there any plans for a meet at Winter Wonderland?
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[quote=""Woodpecker""]Wow...looks like a cross between a twister and a waltzer! [/quote]
Yes, the machine can get very fast. Most operators keep the spinning gondalas locked and when it reaches full speed they are released and the spin they give is intence.
Yes, the machine can get very fast. Most operators keep the spinning gondalas locked and when it reaches full speed they are released and the spin they give is intence.
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[quote=""maguire245""]I'm not sure where exactly inside the place it will be held, but I'm very sure you won't be able to miss it.[/quote]
At least 1/3 of the Dome is currently unused and empty - I'd be willing to bet it'll be there.
Somehow I've never heard of the Hyde Park Winder Wonderland before... will definitely be checking it out this year!
At least 1/3 of the Dome is currently unused and empty - I'd be willing to bet it'll be there.
Somehow I've never heard of the Hyde Park Winder Wonderland before... will definitely be checking it out this year!
Looks pretty good
Here is some good info on this [url=http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844[/url] - There is so much going on around London you just don't know what to do eh? :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
Here is some good info on this [url=http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844[/url] - There is so much going on around London you just don't know what to do eh? :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
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[quote=""Islander""]Somehow I've never heard of the Hyde Park Winder Wonderland before... will definitely be checking it out this year![/quote]
It's been going since 2007 that's why
[quote=""BrettS""]Here is some good info on this [url=http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844[/url] - There is so much going on around London you just don't know what to do eh?[/quote]
Not bad info there! If you didn't know, they have an official website here [url=http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/[/url]
It's been going since 2007 that's why
[quote=""BrettS""]Here is some good info on this [url=http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.visitlondon.com/events/detail/6519844[/url] - There is so much going on around London you just don't know what to do eh?[/quote]
Not bad info there! If you didn't know, they have an official website here [url=http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/[/url]
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[quote=""maguire245""][quote=""Islander""]Somehow I've never heard of the Hyde Park Winder Wonderland before... will definitely be checking it out this year![/quote]
It's been going since 2007 that's why [/quote]
Really? Wow... it looks like the kinda thing that's been going on for decades, slowly getting bigger and better...
It's been going since 2007 that's why [/quote]
Really? Wow... it looks like the kinda thing that's been going on for decades, slowly getting bigger and better...
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[quote=""Islander""][quote=""maguire245""][quote=""Islander""]Somehow I've never heard of the Hyde Park Winder Wonderland before... will definitely be checking it out this year![/quote]
It's been going since 2007 that's why [/quote]
Really? Wow... it looks like the kinda thing that's been going on for decades, slowly getting bigger and better...[/quote]
The German theme obviously.. 8-[
It's been going since 2007 that's why [/quote]
Really? Wow... it looks like the kinda thing that's been going on for decades, slowly getting bigger and better...[/quote]
The German theme obviously.. 8-[
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They've now released the 2009 map [url=http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com ... ation.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com ... ation.html[/url]. It looks great and much bigger than last year. It's 20 acres .