David Walliams has given his official seal of approval to Gangsta Granny: The Ride, Alton Towers Resort’s newest attraction based on his best-selling novel, Gangsta Granny.
David signed off the attraction ahead of its planned opening on May 17, before welcoming six local schoolchildren to be the first in the world to experience the unique ride.
The new multi-sensory ride experience will see guests join the main characters as they attempt the greatest heist in the history of the world: to steal the Crown Jewels.
The journey will see guests hop aboard a Royal Carriage as they set off on a tour of London’s Crown Jewels only to be swept-up in Ben and Granny’s escapade.
The ride will whizz, twist and spin through the sewers on a 360° special effect-laden, wild ride to break into the Crown Jewels vault. Passengers will see, feel, hear and even smell an electrifying and unique re-telling of the Gangsta Granny story.
David said: “It’s an incredible feeling, I did feel very emotional. I did think ‘wow, how has all this happened’ because the book was written just over 10 years ago, and it’s now famous enough to have its own ride at Alton Towers. I came here as a kid! So, it’s pretty mind-blowing.”
He added: “I just loved going on the ride, and I can’t wait to come back with my son and nephew because they are both under 10, I mean they both will absolutely freak out when they get to experience it. “
