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  1. GregBoxall

    Fantasy Island (UK) | Spinning Racer | Maurer Spinning Coaster | 2021

    With this coaster replacing Ice Mountain hopefully it'll make the trip down to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland like its former did. Would make getting the cred a lot easier for us in the south!
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    Why do smaller theme parks in the UK seem to struggle more than similarly sized equivalents abroad?

    I don't think the Merlin annual pass has helped the smaller parks in the UK. Why pay for entry to multiple independent parks and attractions when some of the best ones in the country can be accessed for a monthly payment. The UK is also a very small country, it doesn't take long to get to any...
  3. GregBoxall

    Small News From The Theme Park Industry

    There's been rumours for a while that some of their larger rides would removed before the 2021 season. With the removal of G force, Pandemonium and Apocalypse I wonder if we'll hear something about Shockwave soon. Without the other thrill attractions to support it the coaster feels very...
  4. GregBoxall

    Desktop PC tips for Planet Coaster?

    Looking at some screenshots of your park I'd suggest reducing the amount of trees and rocks you're using. These pieces can quickly add up causing a large FPS decrease. Also if you've let people into your park I'd recommend limiting guest numbers to around 2k.
  5. GregBoxall

    World's Loudest Coaster?

    Egg-Spress at Pleasure wood Hills. It sounds like the wheels haven't been replaced since it was installed in 1986.
  6. GregBoxall

    Your year in review - 2020 edition

    -Coaster Count at start of 2020: 117. -Coaster Count at end of 2020: 171. -New coasters ridden in 2020: 54. -New parks visited in 2020: 4 - Europa Park, Tripsdrill, Holiday Park and Pleasurewood Hills. Plus a couple of smaller UK amusement parks. -Favourite new coaster of 2020: Silver Star. It's...
  7. GregBoxall

    How many theme parks have you visited since parks reopened?

    The UK travel restrictions have been a pain, but we've managed to get a few trips in! UK Alton Towers Thorpe park Chesington Paultons Park Pleasurewood Hills Germany Europa Park Tripsdrill Holiday Park Phantasialand
  8. GregBoxall

    Phantasialand | F. L. Y. | Vekoma Launched Flying Coaster | 2020

    After seeing the wall in person today I can happily say I'm a fan of the wall. It's a good wall.
  9. GregBoxall

    Your Least Common Opinion?

    Silver Star is better than Expedition GeForce. Being 6ft 4 I found the Expedition GeForce restraints ridiculously uncomfortable. B&M trains are so much nicer for someone of my size.
  10. GregBoxall

    A park with the best and worst coaster in one!

    I'd go with Walibi Holland. Untamed is a fantastic coaster while Condor is the worst thing I've ever ridden.
  11. GregBoxall

    Coaster Count / Credits

    Like most things it's down to your personal opinion, its only embarrassing if you find it embarrassing. More often than not the people who operate these smaller coasters are understanding of enthusiasts and their love of a Wacky Worm. I've ridden 116 coaster in the UK (most of which could be...
  12. GregBoxall

    What UK Parks are "Worth It?"

    Alongside the mentioned parks like Towers, Pleasure Beach and Thorpe I'd highly recommend a trip down to Paultons. Its the best UK family park by far and Tornado Springs is looking fantastic. Plus if you've got time in the afternoon you could always head over to Portsmouth for a few Pier creds...
  13. GregBoxall

    Coronavirus: Impact on Theme Parks

    I've spent the day at Thorpe but unfortunately I was left feeling disappointed by the experience. In some areas they've done very well, there are plenty of hand sanitisers around the park and clear signage explaining the procedures they've put in place. The retail areas were also well looked...
  14. GregBoxall

    First park you’ll be going to

    My first park will most likely be Thorpe, but as soon as we get the all clear to travel again I'll be straight off to Energylandia and Legendia!
  15. GregBoxall

    LEGOLAND Windsor | Duplo Dino Coaster | Mack Oval

    We got a ride on it today. Large trains, comfortable restraints and bold, colourful theming. Makes it the perfect coaster for young kids. Only downside is how quickly picks up a long queue.
  16. GregBoxall

    Legoland Windsor | LEGO Mythica | Flying Theatre

    Work walls have gone up and construction is underway. From Mia's Riding Adventure you can see they're alredy preparing the land and laying new pipes. Looking forward to watching this project come together!
  17. GregBoxall

    Busch Gardens Tampa | Iron Gwazi | RMC Gwazi | 2022

    As long as coronavirus doesn't stop the trip I should be heading over at the end of next month, can't wait to get on this!
  18. GregBoxall

    Coaster Themed Screensavers / Backgrounds.

    Recently updated mine after a trip to the Pleasure Beach, really happy with how the photo came out!
  19. GregBoxall

    Small News From The Theme Park Industry

    The Alton Towers website says that Coke Frestyle will be coming to the park for the 2020 season. I was hoping this would happen after the success they had at Thorpe Park. Maybe we'll also see it at Chessington soon.
  20. GregBoxall

    Thorpe Park: What could the future hold?

    With their latest post it feels like Thorpe are hinting towards changes with or around Stealth. I hope this isn't the case as it would feel like a massive waste of money considering all the other issues within the park.
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