Slammer operated at Thorpe Park until late 2016. Little was known about what was going to happen with Slammer until 4th May 2017 when it was confirmed that Slammer wouldn’t return.
Slammer remains standing and unused since, while the ride no longer operates, it’s used as an area to train new ride hosts.
Planning Permission has been requested on the 21st November 2024 for the removes of Slammer, planned to take place in January/February 2025 prior to the new season.
On the 9th December 2024 they received permissiuon to go ahead with the removal of Slammer “In reference to the above Order, Runnymede Borough Council have considered the above proposal and determined that PRIOR APPROVAL IS NOT REQUIRED. You are now free to continue with the above proposal in accordance with the relevant legislation, including any relevant conditions. “