Alton Towers permanently closes David Walliams attraction
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 3 Nov, 20:51 · Archive
Alton Towers has permanently shut the World Of David Walliams attraction, which opened in 2021.
Alton Towers theme park has permanently closed the World Of David Walliams attraction with immediate effect from 3 November 2026. The dedicated area featured rides based on Walliams' popular children's books, including Gangsta Granny: The Ride, Raj's Bouncy Bottom Burp and The Royal Carousel, alongside Raj's Shop and The Burger Kitchen.
Merlin Entertainment, which operates the Staffordshire theme park, said in a statement: 'As the 2026 peak season at Alton Towers Resort comes to an end and following our regular review of rides and attractions across the resort, we have taken the decision to permanently close the World Of David Walliams.' The decision was made following consideration of operational and guest experience factors. Details of the future use of the space will be revealed once finalised.
The attraction opened in May 2021. The closure comes months after Walliams' book publisher HarperCollins ended their relationship with him in December 2025 following an investigation into allegations he had 'harassed' young women. Walliams has strongly denied the claims, stating he was never informed of any allegations or given an opportunity to respond to the investigation.
How it is being reported
- World of David Walliams attraction at Alton Towers closes permanentlyMerlin Entertainments confirmed the theme park attraction has shut following a review of rides and attractions at the end of the 2026 peak seasonDaily Record · 3 Nov, 18:54
- World Of David Walliams attraction permanently closes at Alton TowersTHEME park Alton Towers has permanently closed its World Of David Walliams attraction with immediate effectThe National · 3 Nov, 14:05
- David Walliams' attraction at Alton Towers permanently closed after five yearsWorld of David Walliams featured rides based on the author's popular children's booksDaily Record · 3 Nov, 13:56
In this story: David Walliams · Alton Towers · Merlin Entertainment · HarperCollins
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