Fond memories of your favourite theme parks? Delve into the Attraction Source archives and uncover some of our best features from times gone by.
History of Thorpe Park
Discover Thorpe Park’s evolution over its four decades of operation from what was originally an exhibition style park.
Canada Creek Railway
Step back in time for a trip to Thorpe Farm and the Canadian Rockies.
Derren Brown’s Ghost Train
Revisit the plans, construction, marketing and more of Thorpe Park’s immersive VR dark ride.
Hotel
In 2018, Thorpe Park Resort planned to open a 250-room hotel on the former CEMEX Chertsey site, but the development remains unrealised.
Logger’s Leap
Remembering one of the flagship attractions that put Thorpe Park on the map.
Past Rides & Attractions
Remind yourself of what once resided at the resort for some Thorpe Park nostalgia.
History of Chessington
Follow Chessington’s journey from zoological gardens to today’s World of Adventures, dating back almost a century!
Magic Carpet
Flying above the treetops, a look back at Chessington’s first thrilling flat ride.
Rameses Revenge
An exciting Huss Topspin ride which thrilled guests from 1995 until 2019.
Past Rides & Attractions
Remind yourself of what once resided at the resort for some Chessington nostalgia.
Safari Skyway
Following its closure in July 2015, Attraction Source took a look back at this classic ride and said a fond farewell to a family favourite.
Samurai @ Chessington
Before moving to Thorpe Park for the 2004 season, this attraction was initially situated at Chessington.
History of Legoland
From a safari park to a world of Lego bricks, read about the park’s colourful history here.
Jungle Coaster
Situated next to the park’s lake, Jungle Coaster was a short-lived Mack Wild Mouse coaster.
The London Resort
Set to be located on the Swanscombe Peninsula in Kent, the complex was to feature a theme park, water park, entertainment district, and resort hotels. Check out our comprehensive guide on this ill-fated project.