[2025 Event] Thomas' Birthday
- Thread starter Elise
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What was the point of last week’s event then if his having a big birthday party in May.
ANOTHER thomas birthday event? bit of an overkill considering we've just had one for Feb half term.
Elise
Administrator
I do wonder this.
Feels like when AltonTowers did the Cbeebies Land celebration twice last year.
Elise
Administrator
More infomation is here!
We’re celebrating with FREE entry for anyone named Thomas from 9th – 12th & 16th – 19th May (Just bring ID)!
Plus:
Enjoy a calmer start with Quiet Mornings on 9th & 16th May
Follow Thomas’ Quiet Quest – a gentle trail with a prize to collect!
Win £100 of Thomas Land goodies – one lucky guest every day!
Find out more:
www.draytonmanor.co.uk
Also, if your name is Thomas, theres free entry on select dates!
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I can see what they are going for and its a nice idea partnering with the National Autistic Society however I feel like these things shouldn't be "restricted" to just being for an event.. They don't quite work with the celebration theme either. (Maybe it is a trial for future quiet mornings ?)
I was hoping for another cake trail like the half term for this event as it was more birthday-themed.
I don't know, this doesn't scream birthday celebration to me.
What do you think?
We’re celebrating with FREE entry for anyone named Thomas from 9th – 12th & 16th – 19th May (Just bring ID)!
Plus:
Find out more:
Thomas & Friends 80th Anniversary
Join the ultimate anniversary celebration as Thomas turns 80 at Drayton Manor this May - full steam ahead for a day of fun, laughter, and adventure!
Also, if your name is Thomas, theres free entry on select dates!
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I can see what they are going for and its a nice idea partnering with the National Autistic Society however I feel like these things shouldn't be "restricted" to just being for an event.. They don't quite work with the celebration theme either. (Maybe it is a trial for future quiet mornings ?)
I was hoping for another cake trail like the half term for this event as it was more birthday-themed.
I don't know, this doesn't scream birthday celebration to me.
What do you think?
I think this is better classified as a clutching at straws event.
I can't see this pulling many in. Think they should have left it to one event for Thomas. Need to improve the marketing for these events rather than being last minute .com! Doing things when kids are at school for quiet mornings, suggests a cut in cost as fewer entertainers are needed so a way of cutting costs. Probably be very young children who get in for for free attending only on the quiet days.
Hopefully they will put more effort into future events. This is more of a case of lets add something to a normal opening and call it an event.
I can't see this pulling many in. Think they should have left it to one event for Thomas. Need to improve the marketing for these events rather than being last minute .com! Doing things when kids are at school for quiet mornings, suggests a cut in cost as fewer entertainers are needed so a way of cutting costs. Probably be very young children who get in for for free attending only on the quiet days.
Hopefully they will put more effort into future events. This is more of a case of lets add something to a normal opening and call it an event.
Elise
Administrator
Not much of it is really Thomas related which is a shame. We don't really enjoy ThomasLand as we aren't the target audience, however this event seems to be lacking in the theme even for those who are a fan of the series.
The Quiet Quest Trail is pretty similar to other trails in the past, which is a nice repeat-occurrence, but nothing special (Especially if the reward is another sticker & sweet - I want to say it will be something more considering the website has a recommended donation of £2.50 for the trail though)
No mention of any themed shows/special shows which is a shame as they're an event staple... Cutting ents is always unfortunate and not something I am keen on (As a performer myself)
The Quiet Quest Trail is pretty similar to other trails in the past, which is a nice repeat-occurrence, but nothing special (Especially if the reward is another sticker & sweet - I want to say it will be something more considering the website has a recommended donation of £2.50 for the trail though)
No mention of any themed shows/special shows which is a shame as they're an event staple... Cutting ents is always unfortunate and not something I am keen on (As a performer myself)