EPCOT Announced: Mary Poppins Attraction in UK Pavilion

[n2hifi]

What a great thread drift... as I sit here sipping my English Afternoon Tea in a Mickey Mouse cup. I would love to see it in UK but the unused space in Canada would work too.

 

[marni1971]

I went to visit my friend who moved out to the UK a few years ago. He advised I try Weatherspoons since they are almost a staple, similar to how we have Denny's in the states. But I felt disappointed in price, quality, service, and amount of food served. I had a better Full English Breakfast at the small cafe around the corner from my friend's flat.

I've generally had really good food experiences at EPCOT (especially at Restaurant Marrakesh!), so let's hope it isn't Wetherspoon's quality.

Wasn’t in London was it? It’s generally more expensive for the same thing at a Weatherspoons down there. We usually have their full English as a treat and really enjoy it.

 

[gustaftp]

Wasn’t in London was it? It’s generally more expensive for the same thing at a Weatherspoons down there. We usually have their full English as a treat and really enjoy it.

It was at Victoria Station. It may not be fair for me to judge an entire chain off one experience, but that was my first impression.

Ironically, my friend told me that Nando’s was overpriced and overrated, but I loved it — how cheeky!

 

[trainplane3]

Tony just reinforcing why he'd be perfect for this pavilion...attraction...spinner...ride...thing...
https://www.ocregister.com/2019/09/...rd-into-an-enchanted-mary-poppins-wonderland/

 

[EPCOTCenterLover]

Involving Tony would be one of the smartest things Disney has done in years to improve Epcot.

 

[trainplane3]

Involving Tony would be one of the smartest things Disney has done in years to improve Epcot.

I have an odd feeling Tony wouldn't deal with whatever the mandate for new Epcot is and just walk out anyways. Probably one of the reasons why he's not involved in the company anymore, he wants to do his own thing like back in the WED days. (and probably because DLP wasn't the massive success they wanted, they bumped him out slowly)

 

[MisterPenguin]

Poor Dick...

 

[JayKZ]

One or two of those look OK, actually.

Anyone think JD is similar enough to bourbon to use that instead? ‘Cos we usually have some JD in the house!

It's a fine substitute. The only reason it isn't called bourbon is because it's made in Tennessee, not Kentucky.

 

[HauntedMansionFLA]

Did the construction walls go up yet?

 

[Duffman72]

It's a fine substitute. The only reason it isn't called bourbon is because it's made in Tennessee, not Kentucky.

Jack Daniel’s is not bourbon because before their barrel it, it is mellowed through maple charcoal. Bourbon can be made in any state as long as it follows the rules set forth by the US government.

High West and Heaven’s Door are examples of bourbons not made in Kentucky.

 

[deWild]

Did the construction walls go up yet?

More importantly, is this just going to be a walkthrough attraction or do I get to sit down and watch penguins dance at some point?

 

[nickys]

More importantly, is this just going to be a walkthrough attraction or do I get to sit down and watch penguins dance at some point?

@MisterPenguin, I have an idea for earning some extra cash. I could be your agent!

 

[wannabeBelle]

Involving Tony would be one of the smartest things Disney has done in years to improve Epcot.

This. Marie

 

[wannabeBelle]

I have an odd feeling Tony wouldn't deal with whatever the mandate for new Epcot is and just walk out anyways. Probably one of the reasons why he's not involved in the company anymore, he wants to do his own thing like back in the WED days. (and probably because DLP wasn't the massive success they wanted, they bumped him out slowly)

Also true. Marie

 

[Bocabear]

The design lead that did FEA had a lot of TOny Baxter/Old Disney Dark Ride Style.. It was very nicely done, especially the queue area...If they are going to use the same designer, I am sure it will turn out beautiful...but WHAT is it??

 

[deWild]

The design lead that did FEA had a lot of TOny Baxter/Old Disney Dark Ride Style.. It was very nicely done, especially the queue area...If they are going to use the same designer, I am sure it will turn out beautiful...but WHAT is it??

From what I’ve gathered, the attraction will be C or D ticket-esque. I don’t have time to go through the multiple pages of comments, but I remember there being a post saying it could be a flat ride. I don’t remember if there’s a post confirming this to be a dark ride. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if this is simply the addition of Cherry Tree Lane with a meet and greet for Mary & Bert.

 

[MisterPenguin]

From what I’ve gathered, the attraction will be C or D ticket-esque. I don’t have time to go through the multiple pages of comments, but I remember there being a post saying it could be a flat ride. I don’t remember if there’s a post confirming this to be a dark ride. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if this is simply the addition of Cherry Tree Lane with a meet and greet for Mary & Bert.

Let me catch you up then:

1. The mini-land of Cherry Tree Lane will be based on Mary Poppins Returns.​

2. There will be a dark "attraction". The candidates from various insiders are:​

a) a carousel, likely doubledecker​

b) a carousel, with projections (presumably surrounding all or part of the ride)​

c) a "spinner"​

d) still in flux, might not be a ride​

3. hundreds of posts of what people would like, which is likely to have no affect on the end product and provides no information​

 

[ᗩLᘿᑕ ֊ᗩζᗩᗰ]

Let me catch you up then:

1. The mini-land of Cherry Tree Lane will be based on Mary Poppins Returns.​

2. There will be a dark "attraction". The candidates from various insiders are:​

a) a carousel, likely doubledecker​

b) a carousel, with projections (presumably surrounding all or part of the ride)​

c) a "spinner"​

d) still in flux, might not be a ride​

3. hundreds of posts of what people would like, which is likely to have no affect on the end product and provides no information​

D is supposed to be "all of the above"
And when it doubt, pick C.

 

[marni1971]

From what I’ve gathered, the attraction will be C or D ticket-esque. I don’t have time to go through the multiple pages of comments, but I remember there being a post saying it could be a flat ride. I don’t remember if there’s a post confirming this to be a dark ride. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if this is simply the addition of Cherry Tree Lane with a meet and greet for Mary & Bert.

B-C.

 

[Bocabear]

So...Carousel or meet & Greet...possibly both.