Theme park closes David Walliams-themed area

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3 Nov 2026 • 8:12 PM MYT
The Independent
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Theme park closes David Walliams-themed area

  • Alton Towers has announced that its World of David Walliams attraction will close permanently.
  • The themed area originally opened in 2021 following a collaboration with the author and publisher HarperCollins.
  • The decision comes after HarperCollins dropped Walliams and began phasing out his books following allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
  • Walliams has strongly denied all allegations of inappropriate conduct and stated he was never informed of any investigation by the publisher.
  • Alton Towers confirmed the closure forms part of its routine annual operational review, with no future plans for the space yet announced.

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