David Walliams attraction closes at Alton Towers theme park
The World of David Walliams opened in 2021. This themed section at Alton Towers has now permanently closed. No replacement plans have been announced yet.
Alton Towers in Staffordshire has shut the World of David Walliams attraction. It had opened in 2021.
The park's creative team worked with Walliams and publisher HarperCollins to develop the section. It featured four rides including Gangsta Granny: The Ride and Raj's Bouncy Bottom Burp.
The decision came after reviewing how the rides were run and what guests thought. Alton Towers said it will announce plans for the area once they are confirmed.
Walliams is one of Britain's most successful children's authors. More than 60 million copies of some of his books have been sold around the world.
- Alton Towers, Staffordshire
- Location
- 2021
- Opening year
- More than 60 million copies
- Walliams books sold worldwide
- More than 40
- Walliams books published
Why it mattersTheme parks regularly change their attractions to keep visitors interested. When attractions close, it shows what families and children want to see.
AustraliaNo direct Australian impact, though Australian families visiting UK theme parks will no longer find this attraction option.
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