Cadbury Chocolate Quest Is OPEN! Cadbury World NEW Dark Ride POV & Review!

Cadbury World located in Bournville have unveiled Cadbury Chocolate Quest, a brand new interactive trackless dark ride! In this vlog we experience the attraction on opening day along with sharing on ride footage and our detailed review. We also check out some of the other changes made to Cadbury World for 2024!
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Thanks for watching! As mentioned in the video, check out our vlog from November featuring Cadabra here ➡️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z53Rg5eZbZplo9ksi=jmECF84JE6Xt3lgY

[@Preppyqueenxoxo-jx7bc]

Hi !! OMG I ❤ both of you I’ve watched for you years and I commented on one of your videos asking if it was possible to come today the day before Easter I wasn’t confident you would but you did I’m so glad I bumped into you 4 times lol 😂also I’ve got to say Charlotte your so pretty !! Xxx

[@poke-box6392]

Thanks for having a photo with me near hex at Alton Towers today Shawn and Charlotte

[@ChrisClifton-ni6ul]

I saw the next to the ice cream van at cbebeis ​@@poke-box6392

[@user-xj9vo8ue5g]

I had my first time on cadabra ride

[@thedman1696]

Love that the ride is like "grab ALL the ingredients we use guys, cocoa and milk, definitely not a crap load of sugar okay"

[@atimeformemories]

Getting rid of Cadabra for this is unforgivable

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Such a shame to see it go!

[@themeparkoffride]

i feel like they should've kept cadabra it was a classic it's such a shame they closed it down

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We miss it already!

[@TheResortExplorer]

'A piece of childhood history gone, and replaced with screens' - Shawn Sanbrooke, 2024

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Such a shame. This should have been an addition to the experience instead of a replacement!

[@OllieCoaster]

Shush James lmao

[@TheResortExplorer]

@@OllieCoaster :(

[@Themeparkchloe]

Willy wonka experience: the ride

[@SamsVlogstrainsmore]

They get rid of Cadabra and replace with some screen based ride seems a huge disappointment. I remember going to Cadbury a few times over the years and always enjoyed going on Cadabra.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It was a great ride. Sad to see it close and replaced by this!

[@stevelightning]

my favorite of cadabra was the cabrarys parrot popping out and giving you a jump scare when your not expecting it that will always remian in my mind as the best part of the ride

[@lucyann5265]

Went Cadburys World yesterday. Had an absolute blast! Glad you both enjoyed your visit!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Hope you had fun!

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

I'm really disappointed with this ride now I've seen it. Too dark, uninteresting, hard on the eyes & ears.

[@scottyg4632]

Did the ride have like a drop or was it the screens making it seem like a drop? Pregnant and taking my 2 year old tomorrow so hoping not otherwise I’ll not be able to go on 🤣

[@jonhobbs5618]

My best memory of cadabra is when I went with my primary School and I got too scared to get on and because they felt bad I got a curliewirly and a double decker

[@stephmatthews714]

Bring back Cadabra!!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We miss it already!

[@danielbillingsley8073]

Such a shame that the year Cadbury focuses on its 200th anniversary, expanding its archives and celebrating, it goes and replaces its oldest ride that brought a lot of happy memories and childhood nostalgia...

[@Cablesmith]

Cadabra has some really great scenes with excellent animatronics! Can’t believe they’ve replaced it with this

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It’s such a shame as it was a beautiful ride!

[@duke68012]

I loved the branding and experience for "Cadbury Essence" which lasted a very short time in the building where the 4D cinema now is, can never find much about it online but the logo for the attraction was stunning

[@jezzermeii]

It's an interactive attraction, like you say. So, why didn't they provide us with something other than a screen to interact with? I know it's a poor example, because it's not exactly in the best of nick, but think about Golden Nugget/Sheriff's Showdown at Drayton Manor! I wish we had more investments into modern versions of that!

[@ThoosieJP]

I feel the mistake is that this is Cadabra's replacement. Also, I find it a mistake that this is at the end of the experience, especially with downtime. I'm one that wants to do an attraction that I want to do first, in case it goes down. Hopefully they replace Cadabra with something just as interesting and great. You have the skeleton for it already, why not use it

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It would be good to see them reuse the ride system, however I can’t see it happening unfortunately!

[@neiluk2006]

BRING BACK CADABRA, THIS IS A JOKE! Yes Cadabra was old, but thats what gave it it's charm. Will not be rushing back there anytime soon.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We miss it already!

[@miaemily2411]

I’m still holding out hope that I’ll win a chuckle bean from the ride 😊, also great video as always it’s very refreshing that you are both so honest with your opinions.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you! We’ll always share our honest review and constructive feedback!

[@outaboutuk9955]

Your honesty is always appreciated 😊

[@darkridearts]

I can't remember the last time I had a Cadbury. I'll have to get a fruit and nut bar tomorrow

[@lambertbrother1628]

One time me and my family were on Cadabra when it broke down. We were stuck for quite a while while they tried to fix it, which would have been fine except that our cart stopped perfectly under the fan, meaning we were very cold the whole time

[@Leah_izzy]

I was able to see you guys out the window when queuing up for the ride

[@grahamgalton6949]

Alton Towers haven’t opened a museum because half the old stuff is in your garden 😂

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They have so much in the archives that would be amazing on display!

[@princess_sarina_aria_elysia]

Imagine if this eventually became the UKs Hersey Park. Not sure where they’d fit Candymonium in that building though 😆

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It would be good to see more rides added!

[@HotBread232]

The lack of a Queue line really baffles me honestly. I like how free flow cadburys world is, You can walk through the different parts at your own pace. Now having to Queue through advertising alley forces you to the pace of the queue

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Unfortunately so. It really needs looking at!

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

So they're giving back some chocolate at the entrance to the attraction but only 4 bars ? Back in the day when Cadbury World was younger, you got a goody bag with much more chocolate at the entrance & they had a lovely bouncy castle with inflated chocolate bars to hug so much fun. They should bring that back.

[@lukegreen5341]

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[@cloflowclo]

I always thought the Cadabra ride was slightly creepy with the slightly creepy beans but it had its charm and it was practical effects. Duel proves that you can have practical effects and a shooter, the screens feel lazy which is sad considering the money Merlin is putting in. I’m only 20 so I’m not too nostalgic for the old ride but still considering they are in two different areas it doesn’t make much sense to close one ride for the other.

[@JessPea]

personally thought the concept of the idea was a bit odd about what goes into a dairy milk bar when thats literally what the entire cadbury world experience covers 😅 looking at the pov they really couldve done so much more with that rather than just 90% screen 10% physical set it just wasn't consistent, they shouldve learned or even maintained some of the cadabra theming to give it more of an old school charm. either way, hopefully the feedback merlin get on this ride given its the first investment since the acquisition will help them build better attractions, and in a way that doesn't insult cadabra that had to close for this

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I completely agree! Hopefully we’ll see many more investments made into the attraction from Merlin!

[@darkridearts]

It's the way of so many "dark rides" these days...

[@staceybaggott2097]

It's so sad that cadabra has gone. That was the best part of Cadbury, plus the new ride looks rubbish in comparison. I definitely think Cadbury world needs some improvement, but they have really missed the mark with this.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It’ll definitely be missed! This new interactive ride should have gone in as a second ride instead of them closing Cadabra!

[@wakeywarrior]

There’s a very similar free ride like this at Hershey. You don’t shoot anything though it’s just a dark ride. This is in the visitor centre outside the theme park there.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We love the dark ride at Hershey’s Chocolate World!

[@laurawhite1679]

Wow the new ride at Cadbury world looks amazing ❤

[@benjamincatling5827]

Trim is looking fresh Shawn

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thanks!

[@Dreaxm-]

I met you thanks for the photo.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Great to meet you!

[@paulshirley6383]

Cadbury Chocolate Quest Is OPEN! Cadbury World NEW Dark Ride POV & Review! LOVE LOUIS SHIRLEY

[@Stuntman707]

Looks good. I agree with Charlotte, Twirl is one of my favourites. On the up side, there is a big unused indoor space now Merlin could do a lot more with. Why is there a mirror room?

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It would be good to see them continue to add more to the attraction!

[@neiluk2006]

WTF. The new ride looks AWFUL. How could they get rid of Cadabra and the Chuckle Beans. I remember going on it as a kid, and took my daughter on it last year. She will be disappointed!.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It’s such a shame

[@Mitjitsu]

The trackless technology does look impressive given trackless is usually perceived as being slow and requiring a lot space for maneuver. The shortness of the ride, as opposed to the heavy reliance on screens is what concerns me the most.

[@graemecassidy5647]

I think this place could be quite a good mini theme park, but only if you could ride everything as many times as you liked. I'd have thought that the appeal of an interactive ride is partly riding it again and trying to beat your score. They could also have an indoor boat ride about voyaging to the Americas.

[@EhanAdnan-wz8ru]

Who loves Cadbury world

[@EhanAdnan-wz8ru]

Yaya

[@poke-box6392]

Thanks for letting me have a photo with you today, you guys are the best

[@Preppyqueenxoxo-jx7bc]

Did you go Alton towers today ?

[@poke-box6392]

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[@poke-box6392]

Yes and I met them in the place that leads to hex

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Great to see you!

[@ScottAinge-tm4lz]

Happy easter shawn and charlotte

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

You too!

[@TreasureWOMAN]

11:35 kiddie rides

[@SebsAdventures]

That ride looks delicous 😅😅

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

So tasty!

[@LukasKG12]

😅😅

[@kaywalker9549]

I agree with you both about the new Cadbury Quest ride. We visited on 24 March hoping to get on Cadabra before it closed but it had a technical fault and wasn't open so watched your vlog for it. Looking at your vlog for the new ride I'm disappointed too. It looked a bit booring with all the screens and there were far too many monkeys so looked quite repetitive. Yes why couldn't both rides be kept open, it would have meant more to see there. I know the main reason for visiting has always been the self tour around the history of Cadbury Chocolate (which was well set out) but now Merlin has taken over, hopefully they will expand the outside area. I also agree more family rides are needed, themed, like you suggested, teacups, carousel and a couple of small coasters as there's really only the 4D show and a kiddies play & picnic area at the moment. Are they just giving 2 free chocolate bars out now to each person, we got 4 bars each

[@GenerationRecords]

Do you think there's a chance a re-imagined version of Cadabra could come back or is it gone for good?

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Possibly so, however with them giving away some of the old props it’s looking doubtful!

[@Ilovemyself512]

You guys are my favourite KZbinrs and I watch all your videos ❤❤ I love you guys ❤❤❤

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you so much!

[@Coaster_Crazy]

Wow that looks so boring……and it’s obvious that it’s not finished yet either with the chocolate mould fountains at the end !! Also I thought you got another chocolate bar at the end which was made during the ride !? Such a shame they can’t keep both dark rides

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They really should have added this but still kept Cadabra. Such a shame!

[@Altontowerslovers-gt4life]

This kinda of reminds me of gangsta granny but much more screen heavy. They should put more theming on to it.

[@tinadickinson66]

That ride looks almost identical, but slightly more modern, than the Knights Quest at Lego Discovery Centre in Manchester. I expected more but i just got a short ride with a few screens to shoot at. Very disappointing.

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

The flickering screens look awful & the sound from Freddo I couldn't hear. But the screens are headache/fit inducing !

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

The audio wasn’t great however the screens were only flickering because of the camera, it wasn’t like that in person!

[@OliWatkins-pb6yq]

Loved the vlog, keep up the great work!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@Themeparkchloe]

Can you, Jack silkstone, park spill, thrill riders and digital Dan all go to Alton towers on April 2nd? Please do! It’ll be awesome!

[@olliexx]

When’s the next time you are on the construction site of The new coaster at Drayton?

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Stay tuned for another update soon!

[@kazt9826]

We went the other day and I think it’s gone down hill-you only get 2 bars of choc on the tour each now and taking the cadabra ride away has spoiled it. I think they’re still working on parts of it but atm it’s not really worth the money.

[@coolchick7197]

Quite interesting with what they’ve done with the new ride…I’ve been to Cadbury world once as a kid many years ago I think I must’ve been about 9/10 that sort of age so it’s been a while!! Looking forward to getting back though and giving this a go….on another note I’m back at Thorpe park tomorrow for Mardi Gras

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thanks for sharing!

[@SammieCrafts]

Aww no so sad the chuckle beans have gone, I much prefer a dark ride where you are looking and watching moving scenes not an interactive it’s distracting in my opinion. What a shame I think it’s spoilt Cadbury now!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It’s such a shame we’ve lost Cadabra for this!

[@SammieCrafts]

@@ThemeParkWorldwide 😭

[@user-kl4vx2zh3o]

This new Dark ride looks like fun

[@TreasureWOMAN]

Have they got coin operated kiddie ride there

[@Fazcoasters]

I’m wondering if this is gonna be a supporting attraction and a much better attraction is gonna go where Cadabra was

[@chrisbaker9767]

very good video Shawn and Charlotte from Cadbury World located in Bournville have unveiled Cadbury Chocolate Quest. keep the good videos coming on the channel, Shawn and Charlotte. 😀😀😎👍👍

[@JamesDean-cy6pm]

I’m really surprised, looks fantastic IMO.

[@SebsAdventures]

Wow, that looks amazing, but definitely a disappointment, too short.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It was very short and screen focused unfortunately

[@sharonellis8776]

Hi guys. I went here last year in early December. The Cadabra ride was so much better xx

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It was a fantastic ride!

[@darkride_enthusiast69420]

cant wait to ride this

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Enjoy!

[@reece2831]

My memory was the chuckle beans moving around on Cadabra

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They were awesome!

[@reece2831]

My memory was the chuckle beans moving around on Cadabra

[@reece2831]

It's sad to see Cadabra go, it really is 😪

[@Travelmatt23]

Whilst it’s far from being the worst dark ride out there, it does feel a shame that what looks an ok attraction could have easily been a great one. Will definitely miss Cadabra whenever I get back to visiting.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Definitely, it’s a shame that this wasn’t an addition to the experience instead of a replacement!

[@Travelmatt23]

I’m guessing the location of Cadabra has been boarded up, with the walking path rerouted slightly?

[@shongage]

the ride is like a really bad mobile phone game

[@Lighting_Desk]

Very good to see this attraction getting a lot of TLC. Its definitely heading in the right direction now. Still wanna go obvs.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Definitely. Hopefully we see some upgrades to other areas!

[@crazykellymarie2567]

Amazing vlog guys as always , was fantastic to meet you as always.❤ Xxx

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@stephencrouch1348]

Every time we go to Jungle Jims, we always buy a bunch of the real Cadbury bars. Not those Hershey knock offs. Good Stuff!

[@j1m909]

Cadbury world is the biggest rip off going. Next to nothing there for kids, silly prices and has hardly changed for 25 years....

[@ag-zu1yk]

I went at the weekend, my friend's choice....it's changed A LOT since Merlin has taken over, and it's so much worse than it was!

[@derelictCHEESEBURGER]

Won’t be going back to CW anytime soon, getting rid of the bean ride is insane! Best part of the experience

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It was!

[@gothicgorey]

I have had longer farts. Absolutely terrible like going choosing a tv in curry’s

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It wasn’t a great experience sadly

[@pickletee]

That's so random 😂 what's wrong with Currys?

[@gothicgorey]

@@pickletee so many tv’s was a shit joke. But that attraction is just a cheap lazy one out a few screens up and watch the animations 🤣

[@Leftpeg8379]

If they could just do a refurb on Cadabra that would be sound

[@edbrown2998]

Hmm, I'm not sure about your idea of theming a coaster to Crunchie, I think that's tempting fate for accidents... maybe a Curly Wurly might be a better option? :D

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Either way, a chocolate themed family coaster would be great outside!

[@geetawatson8532]

Love Watching your videos! Hope you enjoyed!!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@kirky100_themeparks]

There doing a give away for the chuckle beans in cadabra

[@user-en9ks9wb5y]

60 people can l have a holiday

[@OLIMERCER87]

🥚🍫🍫🥚 What an unfortunate let down in places 😕😞 that's a massive shame. What a slight bad false advisement regarding a free easter egg as well. At least there were some good moments that stood out, happy easter to you both.

[@bradleyjenks5911]

I MET HIM AT CADBURYS WORLD

[@dbarden89]

Merlin strikes again 😑

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They really have missed the mark with this one!

[@yinflubbahubba8265]

I will really miss Cadabra but the new ride looks fun too. 🙂 I’m a little worried about the Cadbury Gorilla though, is he still there in Advertising Avenue?

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

He has gone sadly!

[@neiluk2006]

​@ThemeParkWorldwide they've got rid of the gorilla playing the drums? Wtf! Cadbury world getting rid of all the best bits!

[@phil_jeffrey]

Looks similar to Knotts Beary Tales

[@ScaredyCatRidesRides]

Went yesterday having never been before so (thankfully) not having the nostalgia for it. Completely agree RE the Bournville experiences. I really loved that whereas I felt the factory tour was a little sad at times. Hopefully the Bournville experience is an indication of what some sparkle magic can do to the rest of it. On the ride: Yeah. I thought it was fine. I couldn't say more than fine. I think the kids will enjoy it and I suppose that is who it's for. It did make me a little sad because I love trackless dark rides and the UK should really have more of them considering the climate and it was just a bit underwhelming. That said, I was suprised by how good the 4D cinema was and happy I bought home a chocolate haul so not a bad day by any account

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@littlelove13]

I went to cadburys world with my sister when I was six and I remember the old ride, this one’s way too ‘iPad kid’ because the whole thing is screens

[@deannaarlington1666]

Cadbury made the trackless ride look good but in reality it doent look that good like on cadabrough young kids could enjoy it but this new trackless ride looks harder for them to enjoy or get involved in

[@SW-tz2jn]

Is the new ride plus size friendly? I’m heading there soon and worried I won’t fit. Want to save myself any embarrassment

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

The lapbar does seem quite roomy!

[@MartsTravel]

Exactly free up the queues for little kids who will enjoy it.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They really need to sort out a proper themed queue line for this!

[@MartsTravel]

@ThemeParkWorldwide totally agree, especially a way through for people who dont want to go on it and pass through

[@Reu2Reu]

Nice

[@darkcamel77]

Are you going to do a planet coaster series soon? because i got an idea where you make a park based off of the new proposed parks in Oklahoma and Dakota but with your own twist

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We have no plans to at the moment however this could change in the future!

[@DylanByrne-et3ss]

Theme park worldwide

[@Mindfuljourneywithme111]

Appreciate your honest review! Loved cadabra 💓 looks so screen heavy, wouldn’t enjoy that very much myself

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@GabriellaValentine8]

On entry didn’t you used to get 4 different chocolate bars per person? When we visited last year I swear we got 4

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It seems like they spread them out now throughout the attraction

[@sadiporter2966]

you didn't get a "gesture egg"?

[@jamesabbott5242]

Awesome Video Guys 😄😄

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@DawsonsMemes]

Wonder what there going to put in the old Cadabra area?

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

We don’t know at this stage!

[@topherwolf1113]

This looks very disappointing considering they've ditched Cadabra for it!

[@pamclapham5151]

I wasn't impressed with the new ride. I really liked the Cadabra ride, it was suitable for all ages/heights. I agree the Museum looks so much better.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They have done a great job with the museum

[@attractionshubno1]

Great video as always Shawn and Charlotte

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you

[@attractionshubno1]

@@ThemeParkWorldwide as always, you are welcome