User talk:Earflaps/sandbox3

Chessington
Hi BenBowser; what do you think of the current subheading scheme? Originally I was pretty firmly believed the zoo was an area, but you've since convinced me it should be separate somehow; but I also think it's ideal to have it at the top of the area list somehow, for the chronology and because of its importance (not all people will get to the bottom of the page).

I think I understand why you put the future developments section down there; I was confused originally because the section was a bit outdated (are some of the facts were therefore no longer 'future'). So, that leaves the recent developments section in history; the facts could probably be incorporated fine into the expansion to resort section, so I can't decide if the third subheading is overkill. Thoughts?
 * History subheadings

I've seen your format for the events on other pages as well, so agree it can be standard; though the headings list is so long right now, it'd be nice to cut the subheadings there down to bold, with no link. Thoughts? If other pages are likely to link to, say, "Festive Zoo Days," then I agree the subheadings make more sense. But I don't think they're popular terms, per se. We could have 'Festive Zoo Days' just redirect to the main events heading, I suppose.
 * Cutting down events subheading

Unless in a table or extended list, I've found prose to be the standard format, especially for areas, (if I remember right the Disney and Six Flag ones are generally that way) so I'd like to stick to that in order to help take down the 'format' tag
 * Listing attractions as bullet points in areas

Sorry for being all persnickety on the draft about your additions, ordinarily I wouldn't be so anal; the person who put the tags on the Chessington page is extremely...eh, let's say particular, so I want to make sure the bases are covered when I remove them. I still want to add in more third-party refs, that's why it's taking so long; by thanksgiving, hopefully.
 * Posting this thing

I was thinking the best way for me to go live with it then is section by section, so I can compare each section to your additions on the live page, and make sure the new facts are incorporated (and I'll either try and source them or 'cn' them). That way I don't just erase everything that's been added. Earflaps (talk) 14:12, 15 November 2013 (UTC)

Ideas
Hi there earflaps, in a reply from your above message, yes Chessington Zoo is separate from the theme parka and is classed as a separate attraction of the resort. As for the future developments thing, do you think that it would be possible for you to return the previous facts under their own heading but removing the paragraph about africa and about Zufar? If so i would be very greatfull if you did as i thought it was a well written section, thank you. One last thing, do you think that it would be possible for you to return to the bullet points for the attractions in the Current Park Areas section as i find it rather messy with the attractions just randomly labeled in each areas sub heading, i also hope that it isn't asking too much of you to put all the area pictures the right hand side of the Current Park areas heading as it makes the article easier to read.

Thank you. BenBowser — Preceding unsigned comment added by BenBowser (talk • contribs) 16:30, 15 November 2013 (UTC)

response

 * ''yes Chessington Zoo is separate from the theme parka and is classed as a separate attraction of the resort.
 * ✅ let's keep it separate Earflaps (talk) 13:30, 17 November 2013 (UTC)
 * ''As for the future developments thing, do you think that it would be possible for you to return the previous facts under their own heading but removing the paragraph about africa and about Zufar? If so i would be very greatfull if you did as i thought it was a well written section, thank you.
 * - could you do it for me? I'll admit I'm a bit confused because I'm not sure what you mean, I would hate to break up a section that works fine. Earflaps (talk) 13:30, 17 November 2013 (UTC)
 * ''One last thing, do you think that it would be possible for you to return to the bullet points for the attractions in the Current Park Areas section as i find it rather messy with the attractions just randomly labeled in each areas sub heading,
 * - I agree it does seem more tidy with the bullet points, but my Wiki spidy sense is telling me its unusual formatting; I tried looking at other really well-attended theme park pages (Disney, the big Six Flags one, the Busch gardens one), and couldn't find a clear trend. If you don't mind, bringing in a third party from the theme park portal might help; you could find someone, or I can bring back some likely names. I'll try and poke around in the WP:Style section too. Earflaps (talk) 13:30, 17 November 2013 (UTC)
 * ''i also hope that it isn't asking too much of you to put all the area pictures the right hand side of the Current Park areas heading as it makes the article easier to read.
 * ✅ no problem at all! I suck at decorating; feel free to move or replace photos (I've been switching ones from the gallery up into the areas section, then changing my mind a lot). Earflaps (talk) 13:30, 17 November 2013 (UTC)

=Options for areas format=

Market Square
Market Square is the central area of the park and has shops, video arcades and food stalls; it also contains the entrance to Safari Skyway, a monorail that opened in 1987 that gives a guided tour of the zoo, lawn and mansion area. The Carousel merry-go-round is located in Market Square, as is the ride Tiny Truckers, where children can drive their own vehicles. Hocus Pocus Hall is a house of mirrors located in the area's mansion, opened in 2003.

Fort Fun has arcade games, while the Chessington Shop sells Chessington merchandise. Restaurants and food include Adventures Chicken Shack, Market Square Donuts (hot doughnuts and ice cream), Ice Cream Factory (ice cream and milkshakes on peak days only), Pizza Pasta, and Sweet Shop.

Mexicana
Themed as a Mexican- inspired square and a Far West town in the American's Old West, the Mexicana area was called Calamity Canyon until 1999. Food includes the Mexican Cantina, which sells nachos and burritos on peak days. Chief rides include the steel sit down coaster Runaway Train. The family ride opened in 1987, with tracks going through tunnels and rocky scenery. It was closed in 2012 for upgrades, and scheduled for a 2014 reopening. Rattlesnake, a steel sit down Wild Mouse roller coaster, opened in 1998.

Pirates' Cove
Pirates' Cove is a small area adjacent to Transylvania. Food includes Chips Ahoy, which serves fish and chips on peak days. Rides include the Black Buccaneer, a swinging pirate ship that is painted black (hence the name) that opened in 1988 with the name Smugglers Galleon. Seastorm is a small, circular family boat ride that simulates a sea storm, and increases speed if a riders stays on a second time.

Mystic East
Mystic East is an oriental-themed area with a large Buddha statue taking center court. Food and shopping includes the restaurant Oriental Express and the merchandise and confectionery store Dragon's Lair, both only open on peak days. The two main rides are the Dragon Falls and Peeking Heights, an Observation Wheel. Dragon Falls is a 510 foot long log flume ride themed around the legend of Dragons. Peeking Heights opened in 2005, and from the top of the wheel the entire park is visible. Mystic East has the Extreme Games Zone, which has varying height restrictions.

Market Square
Market Square is the central area of the park and is themed to look like an old English market town.The area has shops, video arcades and food stalls; it also contains the entrance to Safari Skyway, a monorail that opened in 1986 offering a guided tour of the zoo, lawn and mansion area. This area has a few shops and restaurants.
 * Safari Skyway – Guided monorail tour of Chessington Zoo, opened in 1986. Any guests under 1.1m must be accompanied by an adult. Mack Rides.
 * Carousel - Old fashioned Merry-go-round.
 * Hocus Pocus Hall – a House of Mirrors that opened in 2003; any guests under 1.1m must be accompanied by an adult. Not for the faint hearted.
 * Tiny Truckers - Young adventures can enjoy their first driving experience.
 * Fort Fun Fort Amusement Centre – arcade games.

Food, Shopping & Facilities:
 * Chessington Shop – Chessington merchandise
 * Market Square Pizza Pasta - Pizza and Pasta Buffet, salads are available
 * Sweet Shop – candy shop
 * Ben and Jerrys – Ice Cream
 * Market Square Hotdogs - Hotdog outlet
 * Adventurers' Services - Guest assistance

Mexicana
Themed as a Mexican- inspired square and a Far West town in the American's Old West. This area used to be called Calamity Canyon and is now home to two roller coasters.
 * Rattlesnake – this steel sit down wild mouse ride opened in 1998; height limit 1,4m. Maurer Söhne. Any guests with a torso +51 inches will not be able to ride.
 * Runaway Train – this steel sit down coaster that opened in 1987 offers a themed mine train journey; height limit 90 cm. Mack Rides. Any guests with a torso +51 inches will not be able to ride. John Wardley designed this ride, along with Vampire and bubble works. John Wardley was one of the main designers at Tussuads for a number of years, and had a huge influence on the rides being create at its sister parks Thorpe Park and Alton Towers.

Food and Shopping:
 * Mexican Cantina – nachos, burritos.
 * Western Portrait Photo Collection – Shop were guests can purchase pictures taken from rides and attractions throughout their day.

Pirates' Cove
Pirates' Cove is an area adjacent to "Transylvania" and "Market Square"; it is home to 2 sea-inspired rides: the Black Buccaneer, a swinging pirate ship and Seastorm, a small circular ride.
 * Black Buccaneer – swinging pirate ship that is painted black (hence the name) that opened in 1988; height limit 1m. Huss.
 * Seastorm – a boat ride in a simulated sea storm. If a guest chooses to stay on the boat after it first stops, the ride will then resume but at a faster speed; height limit 90 cm. Mack Rides.

Food and Games:
 * Chips Ahoy – fish and chips.
 * Treasure Chest Games - fairground games

Mystic East
Mystic East is an oriental-themed area with a large Buddha statue taking center court; the two main rides are the Dragon Falls log flume and "Peeking Heights", an Observation Wheel.
 * Dragon Falls – a 510 long log flume ride themed around the legend of Dragons, opened in 1987; height limit 1,2m. Mack Rides.
 * Peeking Heights – a 25m tall 18 pod Ferris Wheel that opened in 2005; height limit none / 1,1m alone. Fabbri. From the top of the wheel, the entire park is visible, as well as much of Greater London and the South East of England.

Food and Games:
 * Oriental Express – Asian food, with views of Dragon Falls
 * Dragon's Lair – Games arcade

Market Square
Market Square is the central area of the park and has shops, video arcades and food stalls; it also contains the entrance to Safari Skyway, a monorail that opened in 1987 that gives a guided tour of the zoo, lawn and mansion area. The Carousel merry-go-round is located in Market Square, as is the ride Tiny Truckers, where children can drive their own vehicles. Hocus Pocus Hall is a house of mirrors located in the area's mansion, opened in 2003.

Fort Fun has arcade games, while the Chessington Shop sells Chessington merchandise. Restaurants and food include Adventures Chicken Shack, Market Square Donuts (hot doughnuts and ice cream), Ice Cream Factory (ice cream and milkshakes on peak days only), Pizza Pasta, and Sweet Shop.

Mexicana
Themed as a Mexican- inspired square and a Far West town in the American's Old West, the Mexicana area was called Calamity Canyon until 1999. Food includes the Mexican Cantina, which sells nachos and burritos on peak days. Chief rides include the steel sit down coaster Runaway Train. The family ride opened in 1987, with tracks going through tunnels and rocky scenery. It was closed in 2012 for upgrades, and scheduled for a 2014 reopening. Rattlesnake, a steel sit down Wild Mouse roller coaster, opened in 1998.

Pirates' Cove
Pirates' Cove is a small area adjacent to Transylvania. Food includes Chips Ahoy, which serves fish and chips on peak days. Rides include the Black Buccaneer, a swinging pirate ship that is painted black (hence the name) that opened in 1988 with the name Smugglers Galleon. Seastorm is a small, circular family boat ride that simulates a sea storm, and increases speed if a riders stays on a second time.

Mystic East
Mystic East is an oriental-themed area with a large Buddha statue taking center court. Food and shopping includes the restaurant Oriental Express and the merchandise and confectionery store Dragon's Lair, both only open on peak days. The two main rides are the Dragon Falls and Peeking Heights, an Observation Wheel. Dragon Falls is a 510 foot long log flume ride themed around the legend of Dragons. Peeking Heights opened in 2005, and from the top of the wheel the entire park is visible. Mystic East has the Extreme Games Zone, which has varying height restrictions.

Response
Hi there! In response to the above, I hope that you don't mind but some of the facts in the section above are Incorrect. Here is a list of the issues that I have found. Adventures' chicken shack is located in Chessington zoo, opposite the Sealion bay and not in Market square. Dragon's lair is no longer a shop and is now a games arcade. Runaway train closed for its refurbishment in 2013 not 2012. Safari Skyway opened in 1986, the year before the theme park opened, not 1987. And finally, all the food stalls and resturants are open everyday as of march 2013 and are not just available on peek days. Something else that I hope is possible, can you please use the first design idea on your list above but would it be possible for you to limit each area to one picture as its makes it easier to read, also can you please try and space the paragraphs out more are the pictures are too close together and it looks cluttered, sorry I hope this is ok, keep up the good work!

Benbowser