Valhalla Is Back! | Blackpool Pleasure Beach Launch Event | My First Ride & Thoughts | 10th May 2023

[@UncleIanYorkshire]

Great video, Jim. It's been a while since we did it, and I can't wait to get back.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Cheers Ian. I'm still shocked at how good it is. World Class 👌

[@bluovalgal]

Dang, you know it's a real water ride when you come off soaked and need a change of clothes! The chicken looked really good, too. I hope you guys vlog this particular park, if you guys visit again. I find it so interesting to watch amusement parks in other countries. Thanks so much! Have a wonderful weekend! :) Barbara

[@TD3Vlogs]

Hi Barbara- we are back there as a family at the beginning of June as its the lads birthdays and we will be doing a fully vlog. Thanks for watching and have a restful Sunday ❤️

[@NormalGirlVlogging]

Go on Jim with u own vlog!! 😄 The ride looks and sounds so good, just a shame it’s so far for us. Might have to make a trip up soon tho as we still talk about the ice cream shop 😆 xx

[@TD3Vlogs]

I was tired of waiting in the shadows and wanted to have a voice 😉😂 Come back Steph... all is forgiven haha. Thanks for watching G

[@NormalGirlVlogging]

Ha ha u did a great job xx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thank you. The cheque is in the post 😂

[@lunacampello]

Great vlog! Valhalla looks amazing! It's strange seeing you alone, but you did Great! Wishing the 3 of you a lovely Sunday from us in the Sunny Netherlands 🇳🇱 x

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Morag, I appreciate that. We are looking at visiting the Sunny (hopefully) Netherlands in August if we can make it work and to finally get to Efteling. We are planning 2 days in the park - would that be enough to get everything done? Thanks again and happy Sunday 😊

[@lunacampello]

@@TD3Vlogs Hi, I hope you had a great weekend. Efteling is a huge park and unfortunately in August it can get very busy. Which dates are you looking at ? As here in the NL we split the summer holidays over 3 different start dates. We live in the middle of the NL so we are first to start holidays on 7th July and go back 20 August. So after 29 August it will be a little quieter at the park. Two days, you could do it. If you plan and ride maybe symbolica first then also flying dutchman and filling in your time with the fairytale forest . Where are you planning on staying ? Also, toverland would take maybe just over an hour from efteling and its amazing. Their expansion ideas will make it bigger than the efteling over the next few years. I'm happy to help with any info you need and also if you need discount codes for the tickets, I can get you them. Have a great week and happy weekend :)

[@TD3Vlogs]

We are actually looking at the 29th August for two days and then one full day in Amsterdam. We have looked at the Efteling Hotel to get the tickets included. Thank you for the advice 😊

[@lunacampello]

Oh wow that's perfect timing, as we go back 20 August and the South go back 27 August. So it's only the North of the NL on holiday, so it will be much quieter! The hotel is beautiful, we have stayed twice. Once in a themed room and the other in just a normal room and both were great. You will have a great time and having a day in Amsterdam would finish it all off perfectly! The Nam kee is the be Chinese in China Town! My boys love it! Have fun and thank you for always uploading fantastic and honest vligs, we love them! Noah is also loving all the new words you use :)

[@sandrapowers9294]

Hi Jim you did fantastic job.I love anything to do with history. My days of theme parks are long gone so I always enjoy others having fun adventures.All the best from Canada.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Sandra, I really appreciate your kindness. Funnily enough I thought of you yesterday when I crossed the road (tram tracks) to look at the Sea before I drove home - I remember us taking about it years ago.

[@sandrapowers9294]

@@TD3Vlogs yes good old Corrie,Rita is still on the show.

[@TD3Vlogs]

It's brilliant that her and William Roche who plays Ken are still going strong

[@CharlotteElizabethxo]

Well who on earth expected this Despicable 1 on this fine Wednesday evening?! Nice one Jim, very well done! Ride looks fab, real fire effects would frighten me not gunna lie, but the chicken and chips would make up for it 😂🔥🐔

[@TD3Vlogs]

I honestly don't know how you guys all talk so naturally to a camera. I was like a do doing a you know what at the start and was practically whimpering for Steph to rescue me 🙈😂 Thanks for watching 😊

[@Beaubons]

Great vlog, thank you for sharing! The updated Valahall looks great. Talking of the ponchos, we had a family trip to Blackpool in 2006 and rode Valhalla repeatedly, having a contest to see who could stay the most dry... My brother won because he had tucked the hood of his poncho in his mouth! Looked a right plonker in the photos but he was dead chuffed with himself. Funny looking back now we're in our 30s😂 thanks for bringing back the memories😂 hope to see more vlogs soon👍

[@TD3Vlogs]

Classic 😂 I had heard how wet you got on it but thought it was an exaggeration! Really glad its brought back some memories and hopefully you can get back and try it again soon. Thanks very much for watching 👍👍👍

[@annabelle-wh]

Great vlog! Can’t wait to experience it for myself this year ☺️ not looking forward to getting absolutely soaked though 🤦‍♀️🤣

[@TD3Vlogs]

I can't help but think how amazing it would be on a hot summers day although looking out of the window this morning, that seems a long way off 😂 Thanks very much for watching 👍👍

[@avadonald3383]

Great solo vlog Jim! Ride looks fab😀. Have a great week!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thank you but I think I'll leave Steph to it in future 😂👍

[@cazwaz1718]

Thanks Jim good solo vlog.... Ride looks amazing 😊

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thank you Caz. Appreciate that. The ride is Incredible!!!

[@samwalker3180]

Definitely gone rogue alone!!! Very well done jim, and waterproof gear is a must especially in blackpool!!!😂😂 although in orlando, that would be cheating😂

[@TD3Vlogs]

I won't be going rogue again in a hurry 😂 Thanks for watching Sam & totally agree - ponchos in Orlando is a big no no from me👍

[@ellenwatson1152]

Loving the solo vlogging confidence, nice one jim! Great vid 👍🏻

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Ellen. I really appreciate that but I won't be making it a regular occurence 😂 Thanks again

[@masterjamie1999]

Can't believe you've never been on Valhalla! Haven't been for years but from what I remember of it it's the best ride in the UK, was my favourite as a kid too never went BPB without a full change of clothes haha

[@TD3Vlogs]

We've always wanted too and I remember us being there on a roasting day and it was shut because the water board were telling people to conserve water 🙈😂 I was glad of my waterproofs today for sure lol

[@carolinemunro1557]

Looks amazing, great blog 👍

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Caroline. I'll leave them to Steph in future though 😂

[@janetwhitten3945]

I have never been brave enough to try this lol. River caves are my sort of thing lol. The flying ships are most thrilling thing I have tried in Blackpool and I hated them lol X

[@TD3Vlogs]

It's definitely worth doing next time you are there. Its beautifully done and definitely one of my favourites now. Thank you very much for watching 😊👍👍👍

[@lynsutton9730]

Loved the vlog Jim!!! I did miss steph and Jimmy.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Lyn and so did I ❤️

[@GarethLauraTV]

Great solo vlog - good overview loved the promo vid added in showing us some sneak peaks. I’m in the same boat never ridden it but I think this year is my year to ride it too 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 keep on vlogging 🫶🏻

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks a lot G. You're gonna love it mate. Its incredible inside and the promo vid does it more justice than my ramblings. Just remember to take a snorkel mate 😂 Hope you and Laura are happy and well old bud

[@krisb3576]

Nice Job Jim! Thanks for including your KZbin family.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Cheers Kris, I won't be making a habit of it. Definitely handing the camera back to Steph 😂 Appreciate you watching 👍👍👍

[@TheStrangerCouple]

Oh now that’s cool!!! I’m sending this over to my mum and Kev they are hooked on the Vikings history a & the series of course so this right up there street! Poncho’s all the way buddy 🤣 🖤

[@TD3Vlogs]

It's phenomenal. I'm certain that they'd love it as would you two. You could go to Pasaje del Terror there was well - It's supposed to be terrifying (more than anything at HHN) and open all year round. I've never had the courage to do it yet! Looking forward to the Florida vlogs 🙌

[@mkdebs9807]

I went on it years ago and that was really good. I must arrange a trip up there at some point.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Make a weekend of it. It's Blackpool so there will be a Robbie tribute act going on somewhere 😉😂

[@thomasbatts7755]

Looks awesome!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks for watching, it's a reallly impressive ride 👍👍👍

[@crystaldavis6463]

This was a really great video! I love a flume.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Cheers Crystal, very much appreciated as I was very nervous flying solo. It's a spectacular ride and drop. It reminds me of a cross between Dudley Doo and The Mummy at Universal. So good 😊

[@BEACHLIFE78]

Great vlog mate valhalla looked class as did the food.Maybe waterproof undercrackers next time lol 🙂👍

[@TD3Vlogs]

I prefer offering the odd sarcastic comment in the back ground to be honest mate. It's either that or go commando 😂 Cheers for watching squire.

[@julie8292]

Oooh what a lovely unexpected treat this was! Bless you Jim you did amazing on your own well done 👏 you looked so lonely in that pic on your own though! Also tmi on the wet undergarments lol 🙈🙈🤣🤣ride looks and sounds amazing though! You should have vlogged the rest of your day there. Will Steph brave it next time? ❤xx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Hi Julie and thank you. I definitely prefer Steph being in charge of the camera as I get far too nervous on my own. I definitely over shared about my undercrackers lol. I did vlog the rest of my day but not sure if that will ever make it out of the archives 😂😂😂

[@julie8292]

Yes you’ve got to share that vlog with us! Get Steph to do a poll to see how many would like to see it lol 😂❤️xx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Probably be One vote for 😂😂😂 Thanks for being so kind

[@julie8292]

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[@kevincrouch2732]

Never imagined seeing you clad in diving gear on a water ride - brilliant vlog - Kevin & Cyndy

[@TD3Vlogs]

I'm going to squeeze in to a wetsuit or mankini next time 🙈😂 Thanks for watching guys 👍👍👍

[@kevincrouch2732]

Perhaps best not to film the mankini

[@TD3Vlogs]

Fair 😂😂😂

[@donnadrennan4989]

Going next weekend will deffo give this a try xx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Have a brilliant time Donna. I'd love to hear what you think of it. You're in for a treat 😎

[@TinkerTales]

Loved the original Valhalla so very excited to try the revamp! Fun fact….Adam Slevin who did the re theme was my manager when I worked in entertainments at Thorpe Park 😂💜

[@TD3Vlogs]

No way! Amanda Thompson mentioned him by name a few times when she spoke but he was apparently in the station avoiding the spotlight and praise. Done a spectacular job. I still cant believe how good it is. Hope you and my fave Boy in blue are both ok ❤️

[@TinkerTales]

@@TD3Vlogs we’re not doing too bad thanks Jim, been a stressful couple of months as my mum had a stroke so I’ve been up and down to London a lot. 😴

[@TD3Vlogs]

I'm so sorry to hear that and hope she is doing better now. Sending our love ❤️

[@VenMTF]

I am so glad II is back open! I have only been on it once then it closed!

[@TD3Vlogs]

I'd definitely recommend getting back on a term time midweek day if you can - everything was a walk on including Valahalla and the big coasters.

[@sarahcook4464]

Where’s your Mr Funshine poncho & Viking hat?? 😂 great Vlog Jim!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Brought the poncho home to persuade Steph to do some water rides this season 😉 Thanks for watching Sarah. I appreciate it. TD1 🤣

[@lloydbrock2711]

The lonesome flume rider photo Jim!!! Wheres that going in the house? Is it wrong that it made me laugh lots? 😂

[@TD3Vlogs]

It will be taking pride of place somewhere 😂 Steph was laughing at me being a loner on the boat too. I prefer to think of myself being the captain 😉

[@jennybritton4115]

Go on Jim lad 😀 Can’t wait to get back on Valhalla. You’re right, it is a soaker 😂

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Jenny. I won't be let loose again in a hurry 😂 I can't believe how wet it gets people. Great fun 👍👍👍

[@markfoden765]

Cracking job jim and gotta say i think your more a natural on camera than you think,looks a great ride and the food afterwards looked really good,did you manage to have a chat with shawn & Charlotte as saw them stood at the front🙂👍

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Mark, appreciate that but some people have reported splinters after watching the vlog 😂 Yes, I got to say hello to them which was nice 👍

[@TheStrangerCouple]

Ahh Happiest of Birthdays to Jim & Jimmy. We are wondering how Valhalla compares to Bluto’s Boatwash or Ripsaw Falls for a soaking? 🖤

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thank you. Its definitely a Pluto style soaking but it's bloody brilliant 👌

[@paulhilton8521]

Awesome job Jim. Got major Goonies vibes too.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks buddy. I don't know about you but I still dream of a Goonies ride or water slide in a park somewhere ☠️ Thanks for watching 👍👍👍

[@donnadrennan4989]

Oh no way we come to pleasure beach this week we missed you guys gutted xxxx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Hi Donna. Don't worry - you only missed me so I'd take that as a win. Have a brilliant time and take some spare clothes if you're braving Valhalla 😂👍👍👍

[@xsm5525]

the Curse at Alton manor: I am THEE dark ride of 2023 Valhalla: has entered the chat

[@TD3Vlogs]

😂😂😂 Curse: Leaves chat

[@eugenemcgeever2719]

It was a very good travel day blog today of you chilling out on Valhalla Launch Event , chilling out and relaxing having your lunch some drinks in Lokis bar in blackpool pleasure Beach the despicable three

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks for watching Eugene. Really appreciate it mate 👍👍👍

[@kevincook2591]

Great vid Jim, missed Jimmy and Steph though😄

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks mate. Don't think I'll be doing many 😂👍

[@Hellopumkin72]

Omg ❤ what an amazing surprise 🎉 you've made my night x

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks very much for watching - I really appreciate it and I can only apologise for the absence of Steph and Jimmy 😂👍👍👍

[@Hellopumkin72]

@@TD3Vlogs I didn't realise that it was just you 🙈 I would of said where's despicable two and three 🤣 you need to get t-shirts made 👌

[@TD3Vlogs]

Steph agreed to let me loose. I don't think I'll fly solo again though 😂

[@Hellopumkin72]

@@TD3Vlogs 👌🤣 you did very well 😁 your a pro 👍 but must admit really not the same with out the who fam 🥰

[@TD3Vlogs]

I'd have loved to have had Steph and Jimmy with me but they went and put work and school first 😉😂

[@joegarYT]

Looked amazing!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Cheers Joe. It's a terrific ride 👌

[@joegarYT]

@@TD3Vlogs I'll see if I can go one day

[@yourexperienceguide]

Good to see you today mate!

[@TD3Vlogs]

You too Scott and nice to see a familiar face. Thanks for being welcoming as always mate and enjoy your trip this weekend 🦇

[@krisb3576]

Enjoyed the Drayton Park video on their main channel. I trust your theme park reviews!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks Kris. Appreciate that. We were at Pleasure Beach on Friday and there will be a vlog of that at 18:00 today 🎢👍

[@susanglasgow8992]

That one doesn’t look to scary. May have to give it a go being as I only live about half a mile from Pleasure beach!!! 🤣xxx

[@TD3Vlogs]

Honest Susan - it's brilliant and well worth a visit to experience it. It would be handy being so close to home if you did it as a last ride of the day. You could be home and dry with a cuppa in no time 😊

[@NicNic932]

Strange to see Jim taking front and centre all on his own but great vlog all the same 👍🏼

[@TD3Vlogs]

I don't think I'll be doing too many haha. It was far to nerve wracking! Thanks for watching 😊

[@NicNic932]

@@TD3Vlogs I noticed that in the start but once you got over that first part of the vlog u done great so should definitely try it again. I will always watch I think you guys are great ❤️

[@TD3Vlogs]

I really appreciate that. Means a lot 😊👍👍👍

[@yugioht42]

Valhalla was a reopening as it was a lengthy refurbishment over two years. Honestly I doubt they changed much as it’s one wet ride old and new. All I know is Shaun of theme park worldwide was there along with most of his crew. Charlotte of course hates water rides due to her inability to swim and her fear of deep water. Although she was there.

[@TD3Vlogs]

It's difficult for me to comment having not been on it before but it's definitely world class and easily one of the best rides in the UK

[@sarahroberts6672]

Well done Jim :)

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thank you Sarah, really appreciate it. I won't be making a habit of it in future 😂

[@Mike_Vlogs_YT]

Looking forward to going on Valhalla later this year!

[@TD3Vlogs]

Have you rode it previously Mike? I seem to think you have but not 100% sure. Cheers for watching mate.

[@Mike_Vlogs_YT]

@@TD3Vlogs yes I have a few years ago 😊

[@TD3Vlogs]

You must nearly be dry by now then bud 😉😂

[@Mike_Vlogs_YT]

@@TD3Vlogs 😂😂

[@Ryanwitch]

Have you done curse at alton manor yet i can see all you three really liking it

[@TD3Vlogs]

Hi Ryan. We did it as family a couple of weeks after opening. I've (Jim) been back on my own a fortnight ago and it has definitely improved. Great ride.

[@yugioht42]

Shawn right there right in the front, black coat. Right next to Charlotte. Look at the podium and look a bit back and there he is. Not surprised though, he’s been running roughshod around Britain and Europe theme parks for about six weeks and is planning a trip into the states in June, he’s doing what like 18 parks in about six weeks. Shawn is also planning for Disney likely late this year. All this after three weeks on the continent going around Germany, France, and Poland.

[@TD3Vlogs]

Good spot. I said a quick hello yesterday. You really cant fault them - they are living the absolute dream. Fair play 👍👍👍

[@DaveyFamily]

Great vlog mate 😊

[@TD3Vlogs]

Thanks mate. I got splinters watching it back I'm that wooden 😂 Hope you are all having a brilliant time out there 😎

[@DaveyFamily]

@@TD3Vlogs 🤣😂 we thought it was fab mate, We are having an amazing time thanks, don’t want to come back, we even tried vlogging ourselves so we’d have memories but I don’t think they would ever be public as if you thought this one of yours was bad then you would be crying with laughter at these 😂🤣

[@TD3Vlogs]

I don't know who people do it mate. As soon as I catch someone in sight I go to bits! At least you'll have it to look back on. I filmed the rest of my day hit suspect it will be locked in a Hex like Vault too 😂 Enjoy every minute buddy.

[@gametekmods]

Does it still have the announcement that says - "Please do not lean forward on the next drop"?

[@TD3Vlogs]

I don't recall it saying that mate (famous last words)

[@gametekmods]

@@TD3Vlogs People saying it's gone 🥲🥲

[@JesusIsLord105]

Hi what do you do with the ponchos afterwards? Can't just carry them around

[@TD3Vlogs]

Hi, I would imagine they dry off pretty quickly and then just shove it in a rucksack or alternatively leave the park and pop it in your car and go back in (they allow re entry).

[@JesusIsLord105]

​@@TD3Vlogs I'd go by train. Do they have lockers?

[@TD3Vlogs]

Yes 👍

[@TravellingMagical]

Your waterproofs does not appease Valhalla

[@TravellingMagical]

Great solo vlog jimbo 🙌🏼 never ridden Valhalla, so will need to make a trip up at some point to experience a soaking

[@TD3Vlogs]

Just remember waterproof trousers of a change of underwear 😂 Thanks guys. Appreciated 👍👍👍

[@craigwhitworth2597]

Never been on Valhalla- but from what I’ve seen- I’m likely going to be in the minority in our household after I took them on Tidal Wave at Thorpe Park and told them they wouldn’t get that wet🫣🫣🫣

[@TD3Vlogs]

😂😂😂 you fibbers! That's like being hit by a wall of water. I bet you were popular in your house haha

[@craigwhitworth2597]

@@TD3Vlogs 😂😂 yep- we were camping at the time & had to travel around 2hrs back in the car to Brighton soaking wet 🫣🫣

[@TD3Vlogs]

Nightmare 😂😂😂