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el Transylvania attraction opens Dream Island Park, Moscow
Fårup Sommerland unveils plan to open Denmark’s largest and fastest roller coaster in 2022
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Fårup Sommerland, one of Denmark’s biggest amusement parks located in northern Jutland, has unveiled Fønix (Phoenix), a brand-new roller coaster, designed to be the largest, fastest, and “probably the most exciting amusement park ride in the country”. The ride, set to open in April 2022 will stand at 40 metres tall, reach speeds of up to 95 kilometres an hour, feature the world’s first “stall loop” element, and have more airtime than any other amusement park ride in Scandinavia.
“This is an historic day for us here at Fårup Sommerland,” said CEO Niels Jørgen Jensen, as the news was announced on 23 June. “We are extremely proud to finally unveil our plans to develop and build Denmark’s largest and fastest roller coaster, which will be ready for our guests next year. We’ve been working on it for a long time, and I look forward to seeing our guests enjoying what it has to offer.”
Fønix is also said to be the first roller coaster in the world to feature a “stall loop” – an element which combines the all-time favourite classic looping with the inverted stall into one new unique element. In this new element the train is forced into an overhead position by half a loop followed by an inverted camelback where the riders experience a period of 2.5 seconds of weightlessness before entering the second half of the loop combined with a twist.
Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony Pictures in order to achieve an authentic experience that will be the first attraction of this level in Russia, in one of the world’s leading theme parks.” “In line with our growing Location Based Entertainment strategy, Dream Island Theme Park has done a fantastic job bringing this beloved brand to life and giving audiences the unique opportunity to transport themselves into the thrilling world of Hotel Transylvania,” said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment. In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride,
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
Justin Garvanovic, the founder of the European Coaster Club, calls Fønix an exciting and significant addition to Fårup Sommerland. He believes many of the world’s roller coaster enthusiasts will be attracted to what Fønix has to offer, in particular the stall loop. “A ride of this nature is simply wonderful news for us here in Europe. The days of looking jealously west
Brighton Pier Group PLC acquires Lightwater Valley Theme Park in Yorkshire, England
Tornado Springs opens
The Brighton Pier Group, which owns and trades Brighton Palace Pier on England’s south coast, as well as nine premium bars and eight indoor mini golf sites, has acquired the entire share capital of Lightwater Valley Attractions Limited for a consideration of up to £5 million payable in cash. The acquisition will be funded from a £2 million extension to the Group’s revolving credit facility and existing cash resources. The total consideration is being satisfied by an initial payment of £4.0 million in cash on the completion date (adjusted for working capital and on a debt free cash free basis), deferred consideration of £0.5 million due at the end of October 2021 and contingent consideration of up to a further £0.5 million, subject to Lightwater Valley achieving certain trading targets over
14 the current summer.
Lightwater Valley owns and operates the Lightwater Valley Theme Park in Ripon, England, a leading North Yorkshire attraction, which is focused on family days out and is set in 175 acres of landscaped parkland. The Park offers a variety of attractions with rides, amusements, crazy golf, children’s outdoor and indoor play, entertainment shows, together with numerous food, drink and retail outlets. The Park also provides popular seasonal events including Hallowe’en (Frightwater Valley) and Christmas (Alice in Winterland). Commenting on the acquisition, Anne Ackord, Chief Executive Officer of the Brighton Pier Group, said: “I am delighted to welcome all the team at Lightwater Valley to The Brighton Pier Group. I believe that, together, we
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
to say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area Operations director at Paultons
are so pleased to finally open the park and welcome guests to explore Tornado Springs, our largest single investment here at Paultons Park. We wanted to introduce a spectacular and immersive themed area
can develop Lightwater Valley into the premier amusement destination across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. “This acquisition continues the Company’s development as a consolidator within the leisure industry, and we are excited to explore further growth opportunities as they arise. “I believe our businesses are ideally
suited to take advantage of the pent- up demand as the UK unlocks its restrictions. The booming ‘staycation’ market is going to significantly grow UK tourism over the coming months as international travel restrictions remain in place, this provides a great opportunity over the summer for all the Group’s operations.”
SUMMER PART 2 2021
at parks in the US are over, and it’s rides like Fønix that are responsible for this,” says Garvanovic. “It’s rare nowadays to find something new anywhere, let alone on a roller coaster. Fønix’s stall loop is just that – something new. It will combine both positive G-Forces and Zero G Force, a perfect combination. I can’t wait to try Fønix and the stall loop, it should be exquisite.”
Danish theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
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