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Zombie record attempt defended

Organisers of a world record bid in Nottingham say the event will be a family occasion.

The man behind Nottingham's GameCity is hoping more than a thousand people will turn up in Old Market Square on Halloween to help break a world record for the largest gathering of zombies.

They need to exceed the 1,124 people who got together at the Monroeville Mall in Pittsburgh, USA in November 2007 to stand a chance of entering the record books (although this figure is still awaiting verification by Guinness).

Training provided

GameCity's festival director Iain Simons says people just have to turn up by 14:00 on the day and they'll be transformed into character.

"We can provide you with the zombie kit, we can train you to walk like a zombie, talk like a zombie, shuffle like a zombie. We'll train you to do the Thriller dance."

The actual world record attempt will happen at 17:00 and be the culmination of a series of events happening on the day.

"It's essentially the best Halloween party you've ever had in Market Square," says Iain.

Iain Simons, GameCity director

Iain Simons, GameCity director

Open to criticism

Mr Simons has also defended the event against possible criticism.

"These are family oriented zombies so we're not expecting anything too gory. This is an opportunity for the city to come together and have some fun.

"As far as I know there's no proven cases between kids dressing up as zombies and going on to perpetrate evil throughout the world. I'm happy to stand corrected on that."

Bucking the trend

Despite the current credit crunch, Iain Simons says games companies in Nottingham are still performing well.

"The big success story for Nottingham at the moment is Monumental Games who are expanding rapidly into the Lace Market.

"There's Free Radical by junction 25 who are doing a big project for Lucas Arts, George Lucas's company. Certainly the games industry in Nottinghamshire at the moment is doing fantastically well, expanding if anything."

What's going on

The zombie gathering is just one of many events during the GameCity festival. Find out what else is going on...

last updated: 13/10/2008 at 10:53
created: 08/10/2008

Have Your Say

Is the zombie gathering a good idea or are you offended?

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Jayde
The zombie event was fantastic. I wasn't nervous about dancing infront of everyone, in fact i had a great time and i loved being dressed up as a zombie on that day.

jaki
the zombie event was fantastic

Aha
i worked at free radical its going fine. and we broke the record!

chris
i was there with my wife and kids they loved it.it was great fun

Jenny
I loved being a zombie yesterday! It was so much fun! Except the make up they put on me made me have an allergic reaction, did this happen to anyone else?I'm not offended at all. Why should you be? It's just some harmless fun.

Russ From Crypt 13
Its a great idea and `Brains!' I do believe its a good way to get people involved `Brains!' having alot of Fun. Brainzzz! If you're offended... stay away. Brainzzz!

Arnie
It's a great idea, but should have organised it to take part at 6pm when everyone from work could have taken part, especially if he wants to break the record. Still i'm gonna try and make it.

Sharon
Love it doing it zombitastic. Ill be there with my children. If there are some that are offended by this event then i hope they are a very small minority and i for one will not let that spoil the fun it will be a great day, bring out the zombies!!!! th th th thriller lol

Lilly
I can't wait to see the looks on the faces of those unsuspecting shoppers who wonder into Market Square to find it invaded by zombies, classic!

Andy
BRILLIANT!!!But I wont' be able to make it as I work! My girlfriend, other friends and work colleagues would also love to take part but can't due to work. Seems like a strange time/day to have it if you need as many people as possible. I know it is half term but what about me.... I want to be a zombie too!!!

jonny
top idea, i will be coming with as many people as i can brins...viva la reveloucion

Tim
It's an amazing idea and I'd love to take part but I'm at work during the day and otherwise occupied (I'm a vampire so have to feed) in the evening.Best of luck to all who take part tho !!

Olly Robinson
I love Zombies its a great idea!!

Jayde
Well im actually dancing to thriller on this night and i am looking forward to it. I dont see how anyone could be offened, its just fun.

Charlotte.Maddison
I want to do it for the fun of it not to celebrate evil spirits and things.. I think its a good idea and i'll be parcipitating in it!!

Anon
YESSS!im far too excited about this and i dont see how anyone could be offended. its just for fun

sarah
as a family of 4 we love this kind of stuff we shall be there ready for a good laugh we may even bring gran and gramps its all fun what a brill idea

loz
cool idea i will be there

AlleyCat
Why the hell would I be offended?Can you not come allready dressed as a zombie?

Claire
I want to go but cannot make it out of work in time to be zombified ...its not fair!!!! its an awesome idea though and if i could be there i would be!

George Smith
I think this is a great Idea. Im a massive Zombie fan (as much as you can be). However, I have to say I would of thought it would of mad more sense to hold gathering in the evening as many people that would wont to get involved are still at work. I am very dissapointed that I will not be able to attend. I wish them the best of luck thought.

Hannah
I'll be there, Great idea, loads of fun :)

Trak E Smith
I'll be going! One thought though..? How will the organizers be able to tell the difference between the make-believes and the everyday shopping zombies? lol :)

Maria
Its a great Idea! It should get people involved and even small kids should devlop a love of the Zombie. I'll be bringing my nephew!

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