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Dominic Picksley

Drayton Manor's new 'baby flume' ride making a huge Splash at Thomas Land

Most children throughout the land, at some point in their lives, will no doubt have been captivated by the tales of Thomas The Tank Engine and his pals and their adventures on the Island of Sodor,

For many years now, the books by Reverend Wilbert Awdry – and latterly, his son Christopher – along with numerous TV shows and films have delighted millions of people around the world and will continue to do so for time immemorial.

And so where do the young fans head to for an immersive dive into all things Thomas? Drayton Manor Resort, of course, home to the only Thomas Land in Europe, which has just celebrated its 15th anniversary in the park, having welcomed more than 10 million visitors since its opening in 2008.

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