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2021: General Discussion

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Yes but the argument that's being made is that AT is a prestige client for Leek Signs. As such, it's in their interest to do a good job for them as they can use the stuff they make for AT on their website/social media.
 
Rob said:
Leek Signs do appear to be very good at what they do. It is just a pity that Alton Towers sometimes end up using a signage company for 'theming'. Biggest case in point is what was the photo booth on Towers Street.
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Especially when they have studios north on site.
 
Rob said:
Biggest case in point is what was the photo booth on Towers Street.
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I do wonder if the original sign is under the box.

although printed photos are not as popular now there are digital options. hopefully the turret can get a new use instead soon.
 
Remember that signs like these are exposed to all manner of weather, and thus need to be robust in order to last longer. Vinyls are popular as they are completely weatherproof. Hand-painted signs would need extra protection from the elements to help them last longer.
 
Dave said:
it’s just a guess but maybe they kept a lot of staff on furlough until last minute in case the park couldn’t open.
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I'm not familiar with the precise in's & out's of the working of the furlough scheme. However my understanding is you cannot hire someone then put them onto furlough shortly after hire. You should delay the recruitment.

The vast majority of the staff at Towers are seasonal, who would typically start 2-3 weeks before the park is due to open so they can go through all the relevant training. This training would be delivered by non-seasonal staff who could have been on furlough and bought back into service say 4 weeks before the planned opening date.

Had the Covid roadmap changed & the park not been allowed to open on 12th April, I guess the seasonal staff would have been up the creek [you know the one I'm referring to]. They are on zero hour contracts & due to their hire date they would be in-eligible for furlough. I'm glad the park did get to open, I hasten to say!
 
Kraken27 said:
I'm not familiar with the precise in's & out's of the working of the furlough scheme. However my understanding is you cannot hire someone then put them onto furlough shortly after hire. You should delay the recruitment.

The vast majority of the staff at Towers are seasonal, who would typically start 2-3 weeks before the park is due to open so they can go through all the relevant training. This training would be delivered by non-seasonal staff who could have been on furlough and bought back into service say 4 weeks before the planned opening date.

Had the Covid roadmap changed & the park not been allowed to open on 12th April, I guess the seasonal staff would have been up the creek [you know the one I'm referring to]. They are on zero hour contracts & due to their hire date they would be in-eligible for furlough. I'm glad the park did get to open, I hasten to say!
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The staff who work on maintenance tend to be permanent, it’s F&B and rides that are more heavily seasonal.
 
Skyscraper said:
Vinyls are popular as they are completely weatherproof. Hand-painted signs would need extra protection from the elements to help them last longer.
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Not really, it's cos it's cheaper and you can do graphics. Both will fade over time.

I miss the hand painted signs too, not necessarily because they were hand painted but because they looked nicer. The vinyls are quite flat. But hey it's a small priority
 
Has the rusting, fading, scratched and filthy Oblivion queue line been sorted out yet? Other than the shocking state of Duel, the bereft Rapids and appalling area between fountain Square and the CCL "coming soon" fence - that was the most embarrassing area of the park for me last season.

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Matt.GC said:
Has the rusting, fading, scratched and filthy Oblivion queue line been sorted out yet? Other than the shocking state of Duel, the bereft Rapids and appalling area between fountain Square and the CCL "coming soon" fence - that was the most embarrassing area of the park for me last season.

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there has been some painting gone on the indoor sections of the queue, but nothing comprehensive. It also looks like the logos on the concrete walls have been repainted. However the queue line is still far from perfect in my eyes.
 
Who wants to bet that people have been asking why the indoor attractions are shut :tearsofjoy:

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Question for anyone who has been this week.

When the Retrosquad rides were first announced it was discussed that they would be run by the show people they are hired from as opposed to Towers staff.

Is that actually the case now they are up and running? I ask because there have been various comments I have seen about the slow loading times and low throughputs on these rides, which would surprise me if they are being run by the showmen because they are usually lighting quick at loading etc.
 
AT86 said:
Question for anyone who has been this week.

When the Retrosquad rides were first announced it was discussed that they would be run by the show people they are hired from as opposed to Towers staff.

Is that actually the case now they are up and running? I ask because there have been various comments I have seen about the slow loading times and low throughputs on these rides, which would surprise me if they are being run by the showmen because they are usually lighting quick at loading etc.
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From footage I've seen it looks like Towers own ride hosts are working on them. Not sure about the ops though
 
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