What happened at Lightwater Valley?
It’s been almost two decades since a 20-year-old student was fatally injured at a North Yorkshire theme park. In 2001, Gemma Savage died from head and neck injuries when two carriages on the Treetop Twister ride at Lightwater Valley smashed into each other.
Has anyone died Lightwater Valley?
On 21 June 2001, 20-year-old Gemma Savage died following an accident the previous day when two carriages collided on Treetop Twister, a spinning Wild Mouse roller coaster, which had opened in May of that year.
What age is Lightwater Valley for?
Our main audience is families with children between 2 and 14.
Is the rat still at Lightwater Valley?
Raptor Attack (formely named the Rat Ride) has been at Lightwater Valley since 1987. The ride underwent a major refurbishment in 2010 but has now been retired.
Why is The Ultimate closed at Lightwater Valley?
The ride will be closed for at least the duration of the 2021 season in order to keep park numbers at an appropriate level for social distancing, park manager Colin Bowes confirmed. It follows decisions to retire other thrill-seeking rides at the park including Apollo, the Eagle’s Claw and Raptor Attack.
Is the Eagles claw open at Lightwater Valley?
The ride was confirmed to be leaving the park for the 2021 season due to a shift to the family market. As of May 2021 however, the ride continues to operate presumably until sold.
Has someone died at Alton Towers?
What happened? Two teenagers – Vicky Balch, then 19, and Leah Washington, then 17 – each lost a leg in the collision in June.
Can adults go on rides at Lightwater Valley?
Hi, we are a family theme park and have over 35 rides and attractions aimed at families. We do have some larger rides but we do not have as many thrill rides for adults as some other park shave. Our main audience is families with children between 2 and 14. over a year ago.
Is Lightwater Valley good for 4 year olds?
Hi, yes it is. There are height restrictions on some of the rides, (our 4 yr old was just over the 1 mtr minimum height) but I’m sure you wouldn’t want your two year old to go on some of the rides that are quite adventurous for a four year old. There are quite a few rides that both of them can go on.
Is the Black Pearl still open Lightwater Valley?
On 1 February 2021, the park announced via its website that Black Pearl would be removed as the park repositioned itself as an attraction for younger families.
Are there any new rides at Lightwater Valley?
This loved attraction provides a net walk through the trees and will now be included as part of the admission price. As well as these new rides, all of the park’s young family favourites will be remaining including Little Dipper, Carousel, Skyrider, the Lady Bird rollercoaster, Splash Falls and many more. Plus, indoor and outdoor play areas!
Who is the owner of Lightwater Valley in Brighton?
Lightwater Valley was founded by Mr. Robert Staveley in 1969, and is now owned and operated by The Brighton Pier Group, having been purchased by them for £5 million in 2021. The park features approximately 30 rides and attracts approximately 500,000 visitors per year. In 1969, Lightwater Valley began as a small self-pick fruit farm attraction.
How did Lightwater Valley theme park get its name?
The Lightwater Valley Theme Park was born when the Rat Ride was built in 1987. Robert Staveley wanted to expand on the family market and provide something for the thrill market whilst still being suitable for the younger audience.
When was Lightwater Valley bought by Ball Investments?
The park was given a new lease of life in February 2001 when Lightwater Valley was bought by Ball Investments who used Heritage GB to manage the operations.