Archive for RCCGB FORUM Message Board for Members of the Roller Coaster Club of Great Britain to discuss club events and all things theme park related.          RCCGB FORUM Forum Index -> UK Trips Steven Burns Loopathon 2008 Steve Caine. Just to let you know Pete is going to Loopy so grab a lift with us mate. Divide the costs up. Contact me via Facebook or this site. Or Carol direct isn't it smiler Not long guys looking forward to it now   bluea61 Don't think we'll make all of it this year, have to see whats going on. Would like to go to Drayton to do Troublesome Trucks. smiler Mate come to Drayton just to that coaster is good enough its a fantastic coaster im sure Adam will agree   nemesis scribe smiler wrote: Mate come to Drayton just to that coaster is good enough its a fantastic coaster im sure Adam will agree   Troublesome Trucks???? Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh yes, a top coaster - arrrrrrr make no mistake!!!!   Make it so Steve!! Troublesome Adem   stevencaine Steve can you let Pete and Carol know i will travel up with you are we going the Friday or the Saturday, Andy Hine MBE Invites posted this morning. Steven Burns Sorry dude, i did get your facebook message. Was gonna reply but was doing stuff. That's fine about the lift mate. You need to contact Smiler about staying with us. As me, Vicci, Pete and Carol are staying at the same place. You need to confirm with Rich. Ill message you with details later but leaving early on the Friday. Can you get to Carols area? As they are picking me and Vicci up from Stansted on our return from Spain around mid-day. oblivion Me and simon will definatly be there for both parks this year and our first time at peakstones as well! stealth fan Me and Mum hopefully will be there, but camping at the Star. smiler [quote="Big Stevie B"] You need to contact Smiler about staying with us. As me, Vicci, Pete and Carol are staying at the same place. You need to confirm with Rich. quote] Hes in the same caravan as you mate all sorted. Invite got this morning anyone having Altons wounderfull lunch this year   Steven Burns Cool lol, just remember our dibs! lol STEALTHYBUTBAD stansted airport eh sevie b ? thats about ten minutes from my house. Am looing forward to loopy even though ill only be doing the saturday this year as im off to paris for a few days on the sunday   Sir_LANs-a-lot smiler wrote: Invite got this morning anyone having Altons wounderfull lunch this year   Heh.. Oh dear, I fear I may have made a mistake in choosing the Alton Lunch... Not having done a Loopathon before (I know, I know... shame on ME!, but there were extenuating circumstances...), I thought I'd go for the whole 'experience'. Looking forward to the Dark ERS on Nemmy though stealth fan We wont be be falling for the sausage roll with no sausage trick. Drayton Manor's buffet is a different matter though, always a good spread, and it's real food Oh, and looking foward to the rides too. It mentions Rita in the itinery as part of the ERS in the morning, s that so, or is it straight after Oblivion? oblivion Got the invite this morning, won't be having the lunch at Alton though! Hope the weather improves for the trip but i'm looking forward to it no matter what coz havn't seen everyone since Blackpool. x smiler stealth fan wrote: It mentions Rita in the itinery as part of the ERS in the morning, s that so, or is it straight after Oblivion? The oblivion may well be shared with hotel guess as there in the park from 9 as me and jess went last week. After Spinball etc we went to Rita at bout 9:40 and already there was quite a big que even before the que lines open so not sure most probs like the malestrom take over its there if you wish to do it. Rogue Haha, definitely won't be having the Alton Towers buffet, I already made that mistake once!! bradpeet So last year was my first loopathon.  But I don't see what was wrong with the Alton Towers buffet. I also don't see why everybody raves about the one at Drayton manor - especially since they ran out of food last year! frosty My first Loopy and it will be my first visit to Alton and Drayton (gasp), so I was going to opt for Alton's finest quisine! Now I'm wondering if I should give it a miss. It can't be that bad can it? Steven Burns frosty wrote: My first Loopy and it will be my first visit to Alton and Drayton (gasp), so I was going to opt for Alton's finest quisine! Now I'm wondering if I should give it a miss. It can't be that bad can it? Not being nasty because Nev and the park have arranged it for us. But on my past experience. MISS IT ! Draytons buffet is lush! Sir_LANs-a-lot Are you trying to tell us that there will be no Roast suckling pig and Lobster Thermidore? Graboy I did this about 8 years ago and I remember the choices for veggies was poor, and I wonder whether much has changed...? I'm presuming most people giving it a miss aren't veggies, so I'm really wondering how bad it is?.... Happy Helen oblivion wrote: Got the invite this morning, won't be having the lunch at Alton though! Hope the weather improves for the trip but i'm looking forward to it no matter what coz havn't seen everyone since Blackpool. x Got my invite Saturday morning too. I havn't seen everybody since Blackpool. Nimmykins As a vegetarian I'm opting out of the Alton buffet as on the two occasions I've had it, there's been nothing but a few wedges and cake, and that's not worth £8. Paul's on his first club trip and I've told him he's not having buffet! Drayton always put on a great spread. Graboy Thanks Sarah. That's made up my mind! Actually, it seems nothing has changed as the food on offer was pretty poor back when I did it. £8 saved and here's looking forward to the DM spread! Cheers, Spanners Oh you can't miss the suprise sausage rolls....the suprise was they weren't sausage rolls.. I'm skipping the lunch as well. Happy Helen I think at Alton Towers it on the invite that it is a cooked meal like at the Blackpool Bash. Rogue Spanners wrote: Oh you can't miss the suprise sausage rolls....the suprise was they weren't sausage rolls.. I'm skipping the lunch as well. I think when I last had the buffet and had the "sausage rolls" mine were full of mustard powder Coaster Police I've had the Alton buffet for the past few years and i'm not sure what the problem is. OK, so it's not the best in the world, but then i'm not paying £50 in a restaurant for it. As buffet's go, it's fine tho. There was a decent choice (i'm not veggie), and once the initial wave of people has gone through the line, you can keep helping yourself until it's all gone. For £8 you'd do well to beat it using the on-site froth food places. Only thing that could be improved, was if the beer was included in the price    Then you'd always get Ryan to loopy   bradpeet Coaster Police wrote: I've had the Alton buffet for the past few years and i'm not sure what the problem is. OK, so it's not the best in the world, but then i'm not paying £50 in a restaurant for it. As buffet's go, it's fine tho. There was a decent choice (i'm not veggie), and once the initial wave of people has gone through the line, you can keep helping yourself until it's all gone. For £8 you'd do well to beat it using the on-site froth food places. Just don't wait for the first wave of people to go through at Drayton!  I did that last year, to find there was not much left at all - and many things had completely run out.  And yet nobody else on here seems to complain about that. Jester bradpeet wrote: Just don't wait for the first wave of people to go through at Drayton!  I did that last year, to find there was not much left at all - and many things had completely run out.  And yet nobody else on here seems to complain about that. Perhaps that's because if you'd waited a few minutes longer they would have come out and filled the plates back up again! In all the years I've been going to Drayton, I've never seen their buffet run 'dry'. Nimmykins Jester wrote: bradpeet wrote: Just don't wait for the first wave of people to go through at Drayton!  I did that last year, to find there was not much left at all - and many things had completely run out.  And yet nobody else on here seems to complain about that. Perhaps that's because if you'd waited a few minutes longer thaey would have come out and filled the plates back up again! In all the years I've been going to Drayton, I've never seen their buffet run 'dry'. Same here. Rogue The puddings/cakes were lush at Drayton last year   oblivion We are gonna have to come home on the sunday and miss Drayton due to early starts on monday morning for uni. . Was looking forward to  getting back there as well, havn't been since loopathon 2006! Oh well we still have 2 days at Alton and the peakstones experience to look forward to! bradpeet Jester wrote: bradpeet wrote: Just don't wait for the first wave of people to go through at Drayton!  I did that last year, to find there was not much left at all - and many things had completely run out.  And yet nobody else on here seems to complain about that. Perhaps that's because if you'd waited a few minutes longer they would have come out and filled the plates back up again! In all the years I've been going to Drayton, I've never seen their buffet run 'dry'. Oh believe me - I didn't go off in a sulk.  I stayed and watched and waited, but other than a few of the 'snacky' things, there was no sign of plates being refilled. stevencaine I do tend to agree there was not much left for seconds sueysue Never done a Loopathon before, but after reading the posts about the lunches, I'm thinking that maybe a huge breakfast would be a good idea! stealth fan Going to be taking a doggie bag to Drayton. I could do with some extra grub for work   STEALTHYBUTBAD personally , ive had the lunches at alton towers since my first loopathon back in 2003 and havent noticed many problems to be honest. I must admit they could do with some more hot dishes like pizzas or something but otherwise im fine with them.  The Drayton Manor lunch is as everyone says very very nice. Rosbird My first trip Im now allowed to post all over the forum so heres my first one out of the newbie lounge Loopathon will be my first Club Event so im looking forward to having a mad weekend with you all! STEALTHYBUTBAD mad weekend ? oh yeah ! its gonna be a wicked trip mate ! make new friends , join the fun - simple as that ! laugh at andy hines "jokes" too lol. frosty STEALTHYBUTBAD wrote: laugh at andy hines "jokes" too lol. Steady on, that would be taking things too far STEALTHYBUTBAD very true frosty ! lol. Should have said groaned at andy hines jokes lol. nemesis scribe Ooooooooh Loopy is just over a week away     Anyone else getting excited   butler I am not getting excited Adam. THis may, however, have more to with the fact that I am not attending. Hope you have a sparkling time Ad Happy Helen Yes, I am very excited and will be pleased to see you all ! stealth fan I'm excited that I'm doing thorpe and paultons during the week, 3 days at AT and Drayton Manor. When will the trip badges be coming through? nemesis scribe stealth fan wrote: I'm excited that I'm doing thorpe and paultons during the week, 3 days at AT and Drayton Manor. When will the trip badges be coming through? The booking dealine is 29th Sept, so they will be shortly after that. I have loopy on the sat / sun then off to Port Aventura on the Monday!   Loopy will be a great weekend and really looking forward to seeing everyone again   Andy Hine MBE I've just finished stuffing the Loopathon trip badges, etc., and will post them in the morning. There are codes on some badges which are as follows: SP = Season Pass AT = Alton only DMP = Drayton only If you are bring guests please issue them with the correct badge. If you have been sent the wrong badges or are missing the lunch voucher, don't panic! (and don't send me abusive e-mails like I get off some when I make a mistake!).  Just e-mail me andy@rccgb.co.uk stating what you got and what you should have got and I'll bring the correct ones with me next weekend, and sort you out at the gate!!   I'm off to bed now! Goodnight! Sir_LANs-a-lot Cheers Nev! Andy Hine MBE I have a booking from with no name or membership number on it   It is for 2 people for Drayton Manor Park only.   if you have booked 2 people for DMP only and do not get your trip details in the next couple of days, please e-mail me (andy@rccgb.co.uk). Spanners Posted mine a bit late and in the rush don't think I put my mem number on the cheque, I know I should know better by now. I did stick my add on the back though. Sorry Nev..   Jackie We are still paying for our wonderful wedding, so will not be attending this year.......first ever year we have not attended a club trip, and first ever time I have missed Loopathon. See you all in the 2009 season. - Enjoy! Jackie, Lee and Tegan sueysue Got my Loopa ticket today - thanks Nev.  A takeover of Maelstrom at Drayton - yay! frosty Maelstrom - shudder. That be one of those twirly spinny things, I'm a little panicked now coaster-andy Frosty you done Top Thrill Dragster Maelstrom should be easy to do. A take over yer to right I love the ride. nemesis scribe frosty wrote: Maelstrom - shudder. That be one of those twirly spinny things, I'm a little panicked now Nothing to panic over Frosty - Maelstrom is the best flat ride in the UK IMHO. Looks worse than it is to be honest. Plus, you get loads of airtime and pull some great G's!! Maelstrom rocks!!! Oh, the second best flat ride is Golden Nuggets, also at Drayton Manor!! yee-ahh cowboy!!!   Got my trip badge today too   Rogue Trip badges arrived here too, can't wait   Hope everyone has got their winter warmers out though as the weather is meant to drop really cold by the weekend with winds from the north STEALTHYBUTBAD got my saturday trip badge and lunch voucher in the post today too ! cheers andy and ill see all of my fellow coaster enthusiasts on saturday    . stealth fan Got our badges today aswell. Roll on thursday, as we are doing extra days at the Towers. STEALTHYBUTBAD im only doing the one day this year as im off to disneyland paris on sunday. Sir_LANs-a-lot Trip docs arrived yesterday - Cheers Nev. Note: Must not forget to bring letter with you in addition to badges!   bluea61 frosty wrote: Maelstrom - shudder. That be one of those twirly spinny things, I'm a little panicked now Maelstrom is excellent, for a spinner its not as bad as it looks. Hayley hates spinners, especially Vortex, but she loves Maelstrom. Its like everything really. Try it once, if you hate it you never have to do it again, although you may be suprised and love it. stealth fan Maelstrom is a great ride. Always have a good ride on it. Andy Hine MBE USA 2008 - Koaster Krazy Attendees To everyone attending Loopathon who was on "USA 2008 ~ Koaster Krazy" I have been sent some extra Cedar Point souvenir T-shirts (the ones they gave us when we entered the park).  I only have a few (limited sizes).  If you want one* and are prepared to make a small donation (£2-£3) to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk that Dryaton Manor Managing Director Colin Bryan is doing on Sunday morning please see the merchandise team on Saturday at Alton Towers. *Only available to those who were on the USA trip. Andy Hine MBE Special Offer! I have just arranged a deal with YourDay (the souvenir DVD company who video you on the rides). All members at Loopathon will be able to get a 20% discount on the purchase of a DVD - which now includes 8 rides! All you have to do is show your RCCGB trip badge or membership card or wristband (which I'll give you on Saturday).   krusty_the_clown see other topic in 'UK park news' but this has now been confirmed as the final season for the corkscrew http://www.altontowers.com/pages/.../thrills/goodbye-to-the-corkscrew make sure you get your last ride on this historic coaster on Saturday frosty Saturday will be my first and possibly last ride(s) on this coaster. They may take it away - but not before the tick is gained. bradpeet frosty wrote: They may take it away - but not before the tick is gained. Good on you Steve   Taken together with Nev's earlier posting, it looks like I might actually use the "Your Day" thingy.  Although that does mean I must remember to ride Nemesis before the ERS. Does anybody know what the options are?  I know there is a single ride version, and an 8 rides version - but is there anything in between (cost wise)? Rosbird Yay one more day at work :-) Cant wait to get up there, i wish it was friday already. It'll be my first ride on the corkscrew too, ive been to Alton Towers before, but it was closed for maintenance that day At least i can add it to my list before it goes Cant wait to see you all! See you tomorrow afternoon sueysue (aka Mum) lol   sueysue Oooooooo - I'm so excited, I just can't hide it! nemesis scribe Loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooopy!!!!!! Not long now!!       adey car loaded and ready to go. going to the star camp site to put tent up then going to the hex tree. Rosbird On way We are loading the car and getting going Staying at the Travel Lodge at Burton on Trent, A38 southbound. Anyone else there? Bet there arent lol See you all tomorrow, newbie members Ros and Darren popping their cherries   mophead Looks like the weather will be almost as good as it was at Oakwood. Auntie Murial Hope everybody has an awesome time at Loopathon - sorry i cannot be there to enjoy the fun, will miss everyone terribly Nemesis Nick Coaster Police wrote: I've had the Alton buffet for the past few years and i'm not sure what the problem is. OK, so it's not the best in the world, but then i'm not paying £50 in a restaurant for it. As buffet's go, it's fine tho. There was a decent choice (i'm not veggie), and once the initial wave of people has gone through the line, you can keep helping yourself until it's all gone. For £8 you'd do well to beat it using the on-site froth food places. Only thing that could be improved, was if the beer was included in the price    Then you'd always get Ryan to loopy   I had the Alton lunch when I went to Loopathon day 1 in 2005 and 2006, and was quite happy with it. Someone once told me that I should try the Drayton Manor lunch, and reckoned that, once tasted, I won't want the Alton lunch again.  I've never been to day 2 of the Loopathon at Drayton Manor, so to this day have no experience of the Drayton lunch.  Is it really superior to the Alton one? Last year I didn't attend either day of Loopathon.  Nor will I be attending either day of Loopathon this year.  Hopefully I'll see you all at Blackpool Bash 2009.  Meanwhile, to those of you attending either or both days of Loopathon tomorrow and/or Sunday, have fun! Nemesis Nick frosty wrote: Maelstrom - shudder. That be one of those twirly spinny things, I'm a little panicked now Having an ERS on Maelstrom are you this Sunday at Drayton?  I've just looked at the Drayton Manor Park site and realised what Maelstrom is, a thrill ride which swings and spins. During the ERS on Roller Coaster at this year's Summer Bash at Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, I clocked up no fewer than eight goes on Roller Coaster.  I'd probably be sick if I tried four goes on Maelstrom let alone eight.   I did ride Evolution at Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach during the Summer Bash this year.  Just like Maelstrom, that swings and spins, and was a thrilling experience, but once was enough.  Also I had one go on Bling during this year's Blackpool Bash, but once was enough. krusty_the_clown Please now use topic in 'club trip reports'        RCCGB FORUM Forum Index -> UK Trips Page 1 of 1