Memories of Sunderland: Seaburn Fair, what happened to it?
In the late 1940s the Seaburn fair, also known as “Ocean World” (with its adjacent zoo) opened up. One of its most famous early attractions included the Big Dipper rollercoaster, which similar to that of Blackpool, opened in 1955 and lasted until 1967.
End of an era as Seaburn funfair's famous arch is pulled down
May 2, 2018 · Seaburn Fun Park was a big part of many North Easterners' youth but it's no more as its famous rainbow arch was pulled down on Tuesday
Mowbray Park, Seaburn fairground and the sea front - enjoy this …
Apr 25, 2021 · A look at the Seaburn fairground and feeding the swans at Mowbray Park - it’s all in this 48-year-old footage which can today be shared with Echo followers.
Nine Sunderland roller coaster memories from 1948 to 2010
Aug 15, 2024 · To celebrate, we have 9 Echo archive views of fairground attractions on Wearside from 1948 to 2010. Enjoy. 1. Rolling back the years. Just the retro job for anyone who loves the thrill of a...
Sunderland History | Seaburn Fairground c1960s In the
Seaburn Fairground c1960s In the background is the big dipper which dominated the skyline at Seaburn. It was closed in 1967 after a fatal accident and demolished in 1973.
Rare Sunderland cine clip gives us a chance to relive the Seaburn ...
Aug 10, 2022 · This rare one-minute clip shows the Sunderland seaside in 1966 with people having fun as they enjoy the thrill of the fairground rides.
Oh you did like to be beside the seaside at Seaburn
Apr 14, 2017 · As we reported, the Big Dipper was no longer part of the fairground. The boating lake and miniature railway were also closed and the kiosks removed. To many people’s surprise the Seaburn Hall was demolished and a supermarket was opened on the site with the neighbouring lawns having a leisure centre and the Pullman Lodge built on them.
Five controversial Sunderland landmarks which no longer exist
The Seaburn Fun Park, now a carpark next to the Leisure World arcade, was a Seaside fair ground which closed a few years ago. Its multicoloured sign was an icon of the seafront. However, with the park having stood empty for years it became a divisive landmark amongst residents who both mourned its passing or called for its removal.
History of Turners Funfairs – North East Funfairs
The Turner family were the Operators and Managers of the fairground at Seaburn on the North East coast. Keith Turners father, Walker Turner, was responsible for the building of the big dipper at Seaburn, which opened in 1955, and was renowned for his skills in this field.
Memories of Sunderland: Seaburn... - Sunderland Global Media
Mar 22, 2023 · Memories of Sunderland: Seaburn Fair Once an icon of the city's seafront, a symbol of times come by, here is the story of Seaburn's fair, what are your memories of it?...