Tidal Wave – Crealy Great Adventure – Devon
Although I have this picture dated May 14, 2008 I’m not actually sure that’s when it was taken. That’s because the June 2008 issue of Funworld by IAAPA (the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) notes the following -
[On March 21st, the park] re-opened a park classic, the “Tidal Wave Terror,” with an addition: a new dark tunnel on the second and largest drop of the ride.
“‘Tidal Wave Terror’ adds a new dimension to our popular log flume, with the added fear factor of darkness,” said Angela Wright, the park’s managing director, in a statement. “Imagine creeping over the pinnacle of the log flume peak, 40 feet high, and then plunging down a pitch-black tunnel, not knowing when you will splash into the water below.”
The picture doesn’t seem to have been taken in the dark, and I think they would have redone the digital frame to reflect the ride’s new name. But then again, maybe not. If you have any further information on this ride photo, a comment would be much appreciated.
EDIT: Further research has revealed the correct date for this photo to be January 15, 2006. Thus I’ve moved the post to the correct spot here on the site. We’d still love to see a copy of a new Tidal Wave Terror photo, though!
Tags: 2008, Crealy, Crealy Great Adventure Devon, Devon, Log Flumes, London, on-ride photo, Tidal Wave, Tidal Wave Terror, United Kingdom
