News Announced: Mary Poppins Attraction in UK Pavilion

[jaxonp]

So we know that something is far along for France, and now maybe something for the UK... @marni1971 can you comment if there are any other countries with proposals that are stronger than UK or is it just France that seems to have the most attention right now.

 

[networkpro]

Surely that space could be easily moved to other areas of the park....

Enclosed thermoregulated space ? Nahh. If you've ever been in the bathrooms there you'd know.

 

[HauntedMansionFLA]

I'm thinking Mary Poppins as far as IPs go.

New movie coming out .........

 

[RobbinsDad]

I'm thinking any new ride built in the UK pavilion will most likely replace the hedge maze.

That was my first thoughts as well. Something with a small footprint like a spinner.

 

[RobbinsDad]

You'd be surprised how many corporate events and Disney events are held there during the year.

I've personally been to 2. It's a hot venue for convention shindigs.

 

[MichWolv]

I for one would love a Mary Poppins themed attraction, picture jumping into the chalk drawings and having an adventure just like the Banks' children did. Could be sorta awesome!!! Marie

I've always thought that Mary Poppins is the perfect property for a souped-up meet n greet like Enchanted Tales with Belle. Bert would come talk to us in the entry room, and instead of walking through the mirror, we'd get to jump into the painting. Some kids would get to ride on carousel horses while others dance with audio animatronic penguins. And finally we'd meet Mary and several lucky volunteers would get to have a tea party on the ceiling because we all love to laugh.

 

[jaxonp]

That was my first thoughts as well. Something with a small footprint like a spinner.

Please, nothing that spins near Rose and Crown.

 

[wm49rs]

Of course 'you know'.

Yes, now that you mention it, he does. Or were you simply being a prat again?

 

[JenniferS]

Yes, now that you mention it, he does. Or were you simply being a prat again?

Is "March Break" a thing in the U.K.?

 

[AndrewsJ]

Those famous insiders always have that fallback of the 'nothing has been finalized' excuse.

Still waiting for the rumoured Epcot expansion, Tomorrow Land expansion, etc etc - all rumours started by these famous insiders. Surely they are bound to get one rite soon enough.

Our famous insiders always get it right. Show some respect. We are blessed to have several incredibly generous and accurate insiders here.

 

[HMF]

Our famous insiders always get it right. Show some respect. We are blessed to have several incredibly generous and accurate insiders here.

They are usually right and when they are wrong it is because Disney changes their minds.

 

[Foolish Mortal]

Our famous insiders always get it right. Show some respect. We are blessed to have several incredibly generous and accurate insiders here.

I smell a troll

 

[AndrewsJ]

I smell a troll

Me or the poster I replied to?

 

[Foolish Mortal]

Me or the poster I replied to?

the "poster" you replied to

 

[AndrewsJ]

the "poster" you replied to

I think you are correct. And of course I took the bait but I think the insiders here make this a pretty special place.

 

[Clyde Birdbrain]

I've seen a rumor on Facebook that a Loch Ness monster inspired attraction may be coming to the UK Pavilion.

I don't think it would be a good idea to add a Loch Ness attraction to the UK pavilion in a time when there is so much talk about Scotland's independence. Unless they use an expansion pad ... then they'd have an instant new World Showcase country if Scotland were to separate.

 

[the.dreamfinder]

And here I was thinking they were going to bring Loch Ness Landing from AK back from the dead...

But if anything..How big is the footprint of the World Showplace since it fits snuggly between UK & Canada?

Isn't World Showplace sitting on UK's attraction expansion pad going back to opening day?

 

[mouse_luv]

If they're adding an IP attraction to the UK my vote is for something "Brave" themed. Please oh please!!

Although, Mr Toad revived would make my 5 year old heart cry happy tears!

 

[wannabeBelle]

Tony Baxter's fantastic ride concept related to Mary Poppins sure would be a great addition to the UK Pavilion at Epcot.

Tony's 'Jolly Holiday' concept, as told ( and shown ) by the man himself.



Exactly the type of unique , engaging, and timeless Attraction that could enhance the Guest experience.



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This!!!! Just amazing. I love it!!!! Marie

 

[Disneyfan_76]

I would actually be OK with this. Sure , I would prefer something more of a UK travelogue but if we must go the IP route, This is much less objectionable than Gran Fiesta, Frozen or Ratatouille.

Well, I was thinking too that it would be really easy to 'hide' the attraction by making the entrance a blue police box against a wall, then just a long tunnel to where the show building would be. It could be minimally obtrusive. They could even have multiple boxes with multiple tunnels leading to the same area. Of course they don't have to 'buy' the IP. They could always work out a deal with the BBC, similar to AVATAR.