Megaphobia Retracked.

[Lofty]

The foundations of the park are great - good setting, layout is good, lots of space for expansion. Sadly, it's just been left to depreciate.

It would be great if the park was either purchased by another provider, or given a real new lease of life and brought into the modern ages.It really does have the potential to be a brilliant park, it just needs love and care and significant investment.

 

[Tonkso]

I've long wondered what could happen if we reduced the tax burden on the industry, it's clear these parks help drive tourism and bring money into the area, maybe it's time to let them keep some extra cash, clean up and invest? Oakwood would be a very attractive visit if it could add another large coaster.

I'm generally against tax-cuts for big business, but there's definitely an argument to be made here that the parks will generate more revenue if they can afford to attract more visitors, which in turn leads to overnight stays, restaurant visits and a general boost to the local hospitality industry, especially in areas like that which surrounds Oakwood. It's one of those 'cut taxes to raise more tax revenue' gambles.

 

[bladeboy]

I would say Looping Group would do a good job - they seem to be good at refurbishing parks. But then not all parks seem to get good new investments - Pleasurewood Hills has lost a few rides and not had anything new in a while.

Oakwood did get a Disk’o a few years ago but it needs something new on a more regular basis. Also presentation is lacking on that ride.

 

[James W]

I would say Looping Group would do a good job - they seem to be good at refurbishing parks. But then not all parks seem to get good new investments - Pleasurewood Hills has lost a few rides and not had anything new in a while.

Oakwood did get a Disk’o a few years ago but it needs something new on a more regular basis. Also presentation is lacking on that ride.

A Disk'o manufactured by 'DINIS Amusement Equipment'

 

[bladeboy]

Mixed news from Oakwood. They’ve just announced a season of events - it looks pretty good to be fair and I’m sure will help sell some season passes.

Events | Oakwood Theme Park

Join us for spooks, fireworks and late night riding from August to November at Oakwood Theme Park. Enjoy it all with a Season and Annual Pass.

www.oakwoodthemepark.co.uk

However, on further inspection of the website it appears that for the pirate Easter event only a fraction of the park’s rides will be open with none of the thrill rides open.

Pirate Invasion | Oakwood Theme Park

The Best Adventure Park in Wales

www.oakwoodthemepark.co.uk

It states that Megafobia won’t be opening until May, which is fair given the extensive works. But there’s no good reason for the Spooky 3D not to be ready and the fact they’re not opening any of their other headline rides (with no real mention on the website unless you look at the park map) does not bode well.

 

[Swat]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1637048805601288192

 

[Matt N]

Is that them adding a double up to Megafobia, by any chance?

That should definitely increase the airtime on the ride!

 

[Swat]

Is that them adding a double up to Megafobia, by any chance?

That should definitely increase the airtime on the ride!

They are indeed, it’s a very fast part of the ride there it’s going to be a great airtime moment!

 

[Lofty]

Is that not a double up? The sign on the left is facing towards the camera...

 

[Swat]

Is that not a double up? The sign on the left is facing towards the camera...

Yeah, looks like they're adding a double up so they're also reprofiling aspects which is exciting!

 

[Mit deLuxe]

Great work from the team at Oakwood:

Bounce up and running.
Retheme of spooky 3D (Would prefer Voodo Mansion Back)
Pirate Ship rework.
Megafobia retrack.

I would wish they would sort these four things out.

Oakwood signage in front of the lake needs removing
Bring back the drinks Island.
The food options.
Speed area (especially the extremely wide queue).

If they looked at Silver Dollar City for inspiration this park would grow attendance massively.

EDIT- And plant more trees around speed and the entrance.

 

[Swat]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1637887790137352218

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1637887806360920079

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1637887818495041548

 

[supersion]

There were a couple more photographs posted on their Facebook page, and it seems that there's potentially a small double down on the hill before the first turnaround which could be quite fun! Definitely great to see work going into Megafobia!

Photo Credit : https://www.facebook.com/europeancoasterclub