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Alton Towers closes World of David Walliams after five years

The theme park's David Walliams–themed attraction, which opened in 2021, has permanently shut following a regular review.

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What to know

  • The World of David Walliams attraction at Alton Towers has permanently closed after five years, having opened in 2021.
  • Alton Towers cited a regular review of rides and attractions as the reason, citing operational and guest experience considerations.
  • The themed area featured multiple Walliams-branded rides including Gangsta Granny: The Ride, Raj's Bouncy Bottom Burp, Royal Carousel, and Flavio's Fabulous Fandango.
  • The park has not yet announced plans for future use of the space.

David Walliams Children's author and entertainerAlton Towers Theme park operatorHarperCollins Children's Books Publishing partner

Alton Towers closes World of David Walliams after five years
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    “As we are no longer in the main season, guests are encouraged to check the Alton Towers Resort website and app for the latest attraction opening information ahead of their visit.”
    — Alton Towers

    1. 10 outlets first by Facebook, 7d ago · also The Bookseller, Deadline, Daily Star, The Sun, BBC, Evening Standard +3 · read ↗

  2. background

    World of David Walliams opens at Alton Towers — The theme park's creative team worked with David Walliams and HarperCollins Children's Books over several years to develop the World of David Walliams section, which opened in 2021.