Hi Naomi
There are 'branch' dungeons in York and Edinburgh, which might be more
forthcoming. You could also try to get hold of the company's annual report
and accounts, or even their memorandum and articles (from Companies House),
which would have business statements of their intentions. If you have access
to searchable newspaper archives, you could look for interviews with the
founders, or articles about them. I was in York (for the annual Cemeteries
Colloquium) a couple of years ago, and spotted a flyer for York Dungeon's
new 2003 (or so) season - across the corner were the words "Now even worse",
which I thought was perfect for the audience they were aiming at. Hope this
helps.
Best wishes
Ronnie
On 30/11/05 10:50, "Naomi Starmer" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Hi to everyone at the Dark Forum!
>
> I've recently joined this forum, as I have since become fascinated with the
> topic area. In particuarly, what drives tourists to places of attrocities
> and why do they feel the need to visit such places, even if these
> attrocities don't directly effect them.
>
> I'm studying Travel and Tourism Management at Northumbria University, and
> am researching for my dissertation which focuses on Dark Tourism.
>
> I wanted to investigate differences between certain 'dark' attractions, and
> have been trying to research the London Dungeons (owned by Merlins
> Entertainment). I want to investigate as to whether or not it can be
> classified as a genuine dark tourism attraction or whether it is in fact
> just a 'theme park' attraction.
>
> I've tried to find information regarding The London Dungeons, and have
> since sent serveral correspondances to Merlins Entertainment for
> information regarding the marketing and promotion behind the Dungeons - but
> have been unsuccessful in receiving any information back from them.
>
> If anybody knows of any information regarding the Dungeons or advice on how
> to obtain this research I'd be most grateful.
>
> I've found this forum and the dark tourism website incredibly helpful and
> informative!
>
> Naomi
>
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