Pleasurewood Hills

[James]

Parks using Snapchat

 

[Khanage]

I don't know how it works in honesty. I just downloaded Snapchat again, after using it previously and then getting bored. They seemed to have added a story mode, I think you can add people to your list and then you can see there story, maybe they have to add you. I dunno...

 

[Scott]

Anyone can add them at pwhills.

I presume they do physically send it to everyone on their list - but they can also post it as their 'story' which is a snap that appears at the top of all of your followers friend lists for 24hrs.

I don't see any real issue with using the service to be honest... It's a growing social media platform and is quite a good way to get people talking.

 

[Ian]

Actually, I think it's quite a clever marketing idea! It's a great way to send out little teasers which are only available very briefly, and should be an easy way to trickle information whilst creating discussion. It's also a dirt cheap way to do it, making it ideal for parks who can't afford to project their logo onto Big Ben, or have blipverts on every ad break

 

[Sam]

We can't wait to start painting and theming this bad boy #ILOVEPWH — at Pleasurewood Hills.

Glad to hear they're planning on theming it!

 

[Scott]

They were meant to reveal the name a couple of weeks back but are just waiting confirmation from the parent company before they go ahead with the re-paint and re-theme.

Hopefully they will get the cash needed - as far as I'm aware the parent company were so impressed with what they did on a shoestring for Hobs Pit that they released more cash during construction of it.

 

[Scott]

We have a name! Pleasurewood have just posted this onto Facebook:

 

[Sam]

Silly name, but if this is going to be themed around a giant marble run, the theming has the potential to be incredible.

I'm imagining this kind of vibe!

 

[Scott]

Ha that would actually work well with the mass of supports that a Maurer mouse has.

 

[Khanage]

Those marble runs were brilliant!!

As for the ride, I think it's a great name I feel however that the theming may be minimal perhaps echoing Spinball whizzers style.

 

[Scott]

A few updates from the park over on Unofficial Pleasurewood...

- The original name and theme for the Wild Mouse was to be 'Ricochet'

No spinners guys! Although what a great idea...who knows! The original name put on the table by us in the office was 'Ricochet!' - Themed to a Wild West theme. The cars were going to bullets, the station as a revolver etc - Marshall's for operatives etc. This was deemed too 'aggressive' for a ride after the launch of HoBs PiT, Looping very much want to promote a 'Family' ride with this coaster and have opted for 'Marble Madness' - Think bright, brash, fun and impressive to look at rather then a full on theme as such. It will look really good when completed, each car will have different expression - I've seen some of the artwork already and it's really nicely done. Hope that clears a few things up for you.

- The Sean Alexander show has left the park and the castle theatre will be used for character meet and greets until a replacement is sourced.

- A high dive stunt show will be operating on park during the summer holidays.

- The investment into Enigma has been postponed due to the new coaster. Minimal cosmetic work will continue to take place this season.

 

[Sam]

Just posted by PWH's Facebook - Snake in the Grass getting a bit of a refurb.

And here's what it looked like before...

Nice job they've done there!

Hopefully the ride's station will get a bit of a refresh sometime as well.

 

[Scott]

Some new ride logos that the park uploaded to snapchat this morning. Look professional and add to the positive changes the park are making.

EDIT: And some more:

 

[Sam]

We couldn't resist. We had to show you our first mock up of what to expect with Marble Madness! #ILOVEPWH — at Pleasurewood Hills.

Looks jolly and lively - just what the doctor ordered!

 

[Scott]

A post on Facebook reminded me of a couple of facts:

- For the first time in the parks history it will have FOUR coasters.
- Marble Madness marks the 10th new ride in 4 years. With no rides leaving.

Also - in response to fans, 'Snake in the Grass' is renamed back to 'The Rattlesnake'

 

[Scott]

And the award for most unnecessary queue jump system goes to...

Pleasurewood Hills!

 

[Lordy]

Isn't it ten new rides in 3 years? I dont think they added anything new in 2011.

 

[Sam]

Isn't it ten new rides in 3 years? I dont think they added anything new in 2011.

It isn't that hard to find the park's timeline on Scott's fansite - it's in his signature.

2011 brought Laser Labyrinth, not really a ride but parks always say stuff like that is.

 

[Scott]

Isn't it ten new rides in 3 years? I dont think they added anything new in 2011.

It isn't that hard to find the park's timeline on Scott's fansite - it's in his signature.

2011 brought Laser Labyrinth, not really a ride but parks always say stuff like that is.

Just to point out - it's not my site, I just advertise it. There is a timeline on there though

 

[MattyH]

So, pleasurewood hills are teasing this with no official launch date confirmed so far, but the local advertisement has been poor IMO