Drayton Manor Closes Doors Due to Fierce Thunderstorms

Drayton Manor Resort in Tamworth, Staffordshire, experienced a closure on Thursday owing to adverse weather and flooding. The popular theme park announced its decision to shut down to ensure the safety of its visitors and employees during severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall. This move has led to disappointment for many who had anticipated a visit.

Staffordshire is currently subject to a yellow thunderstorm warning, which was active from early Thursday morning and extended until late evening. This weather alert, issued by the Met Office, forecasts significant rainfall, with predictions of 20-30mm per hour in some locales. There is also a possibility of more substantial downpours in specific areas.

Additional severe weather is anticipated, with another yellow thunderstorm warning slated for parts of eastern and southeastern England, the East Midlands, and Yorkshire and the Humber from Thursday evening through to Friday morning. This warning highlights the potential for frequent lightning, hail, strong gusty winds, and intense rain, with accumulations potentially reaching up to 50mm and in some places, up to 75mm.

Guests whose visits were impacted by the closure will be contacted by Drayton Manor Resort to make arrangements for rescheduling. The resort expressed its apologies for the inconvenience caused and thanked visitors for their patience and understanding during this period of challenging weather.