Once a vibrant attraction filled with laughter and Mr Blobby's pink antics, Noel Edmonds' ill-fated Blobbyland now stands as a ghostly relic in the Somerset countryside. New photographs reveal the shocking decay of the former Crinkley Bottom theme park, abandoned since its closure in 1999.
The Rise and Fall of a TV-Inspired Attraction
Launched in 1994 at Cricket St Thomas wildlife park, Blobbyland was inspired by Edmonds' popular Noel's House Party TV show. The park featured the chaotic pink character Mr Blobby and the fictional village of Crinkley Bottom, drawing thousands of visitors during its brief heyday.
A Landscape of Decay
The latest images show nature reclaiming the site, with crumbling structures and overgrown pathways where families once queued for attractions. The famous Crinkley Bottom facade still stands but shows severe weathering, while the former gift shop roof has completely collapsed.
Why Did Blobbyland Fail?
Despite initial success, the novelty quickly wore off. Visitor numbers plummeted, and by 1999 the park closed permanently. The site became part of the larger wildlife park until that too shut in 2019, leaving the Blobbyland remnants completely abandoned.
Urban Explorers' Haunting Discoveries
Recent visitors describe an eerie atmosphere, with remnants of the park's colourful past peeking through the decay. One explorer reported finding faded Mr Blobby merchandise still in the gift shop area, while others noted how quickly nature has overtaken the man-made structures.
The abandoned theme park serves as a poignant reminder of 1990s British pop culture and the fleeting nature of television-inspired attractions.
