Alton Towers closes World of David Walliams
Alton Towers has permanently closed 'The World of David Walliams' attraction, which opened in 2021. The park stated the decision follows a regular assessment of its attraction offerings.
Why it matters
Marks the removal of a major branded attraction from a prominent UK theme park.
Image source, Merlin Entertainment Image caption, Alton Towers confirmed that The World of David Walliams would close on Tuesday
The World of David Walliams attraction at Alton Towers has permanently closed, the theme park has announced.
The park's creative team worked with Walliams and HarperCollins Children's Books over a number of years to develop the section of the resort, which opened in 2021.
"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," the park said in a statement on its website.
Alton Towers says the closure comes as the "regularly assess all elements of our attraction offering".
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