The World of David Walliams at Alton Towers is to close its doors just five years after opening to huge fanfare – in the latest blow to the comedian following his spectacular fall from grace.
The attraction, which opened in May 2021, is being permanently axed as part of Merlin Entertainments’ annual review of its rides and attractions at the end of the main season.
Inspired by Walliams’ books for children, its flagship ride was Gangsta Granny, an £18million attraction, as well as two other rides based on his Gangsta Granny book: Flavio’s Fabulous Fandango and Royal Carousel.
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