Only just getting our breath back
One of its main draws is that it takes place in near-complete darkness behind a huge stone wall, with water cascading down. Those queueing to go on the ride have no idea what awaits them, all they can hear is the screams.LancsLive was invited to be among the first passengers on the ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach as it reopened after a four-year wait, in which time £4m was spent on upgrading the epic Viking-themed coaster.
The kicker was that we would be filmed with a waterproof camera fixed to the front of the long-boat throughout the four-minute journey.Decked out in our blue ponchos and braced for a fright and soaking, we took our seats at the front. The camera picked up our every yelp, jump and facial reaction as we journeyed through plunging temperatures, several deluges of water, scorching heat and icy blasts.
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