• The main park is now closed and will reopen in 2019. We still have our Christmas Grotto and Christmas Party Nights to enjoy this year.
The Big Dipper

The Big Dipper

A world famous classic rollercoaster and pleasure beach icon! The ultimate woodie coaster!

With five awesome drops and a host of twisting and banked turns the Big Dipper is a classic wooden rollercoaster suitable for all thrill seekers. If you enjoy the classic rollercoaster experience the Big Dipper has it all.

Ride Fact!

In August 1998, American Richard Rodriguez set a world record by continuously riding the Big Dipper for over 1000 hours, he then went on to double this mark two years later to 2000 hours!

Ride Info

A high speed, turbulent wooden coaster

Guests must exhibit the following attributes for admission to this amusement ride:

  • At least 117cm tall
  • Wristband or 6 Ride Tickets
  • Ability to independently maintain seated postural control under the dynamic conditions of the ride
  • Ability to withstand high G-forces and/or sudden and rapid changes in direction of forces
  • Muscular control of upper torso, neck and head
  • Ability to properly fit in ride unit under all restraining devices
  • Ability to grip/grasp with 1 functional arm
  • Ability to brace with 2 functional legs
  • Ability to walk/climb assisted over obstacles/stairs

Click Here for Important Information for Guests with Disabilities

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