Blackgang Chine

• Blackgang Chine, the Isle of Wight's popular theme park, is set to launch its latest attraction 'Extinction' on Saturday March 25, 2023.
• The theme park celebrates its 180^th anniversary this year.
• 'Extinction' is a unique, heart-stopping pendulum swing that combines with a full 360-degree vertical rotation, giving riders an immersive experience that takes them to the edge of extinction.
• To RSVP for Extinction’s preview week (13-17 March 2023) email bgc@kallaway.com.

Blackgang Chine, the UK’s oldest theme park located on the Isle of Wight, is excited to announce the launch of its newest attraction, 'Extinction'.

From Saturday March 25 2023, Blackgang Chine’s visitors will have the chance to experience the hair-raising pendulum swing that reaches heights of 18 meters, almost double the height of the famous Blackgang Smuggler, and equal to four double-decker buses.

An immersive experience that takes visitors to the edge, Extinction is the first-of-its-kind ride in this unparalleled location – set back from a cliff-edge on the Isle of Wight. Extinction is the marker of a new era for Blackgang Chine, the largest of the rides within the park, it’s a thrilling addition to their well-loved program. 

The ride throws its passengers, full of anticipation, through full 360-degree vertical rotations, creating the sensation that you’re about to be catapulted off Blackgang’s cliffs and into the sea. Riders will have the chance to take in the breath-taking views across the Channel, which they can enjoy in the brief moments between screaming. Although that view may be upside down...

"This is not just any ride - it's a testament to Blackgang Chine's ability to innovate and provide visitors with unforgettable experiences," said Dominic Wray, Parks Director at Blackgang Chine. "Our rich and long heritage is a result of our commitment to pushing boundaries and staying ahead of the curve. This is especially vital in the current climate where we have a cost-of-living crisis in the UK and the travel industry is still in a period of recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. 

'Extinction' was designed and built by Zamperla; a leading manufacturer of amusement rides based in Italy. Zamperla has a reputation for creating some of the most innovative and exciting rides in the world, and 'Extinction' is no exception. Some of their most notable creations include the Thunderbolt, a steel roller coaster with multiple inversions located at Coney Beach in Porthcawl, Wales; and the Disk'O Coaster, a high-speed spinning ride that also tilts and lifts at Lightwater Valley in North Yorkshire, England.

Come along and experience the ultimate thrill at Blackgang Chine, where adventure awaits around every corner. 'Extinction' opens on March 25, 2023, and is included with admission to Blackgang Chine. 

For more information on Blackgang Chine and ‘Extinction,' please visit www.blackgangchine.com.

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PRESS CONTACT

For further information please contact Kallaway: bgc@kallaway.com

Telephone: 07867794989 

DATES

Press Preview 

Monday 13 – Friday 17 March 2023.

Launch

Saturday March 25, 2023.

RIDE RESTRICTIONS

Riders of Extinction must be 1.2m or above.

ABOUT BLACKGANG CHINE

Blackgang Chine is a family-friendly theme park located on the Isle of Wight. With a history dating back over 180 years, it is the oldest theme park in the UK and offers a unique blend of heritage, fantasy and adventure. Visitors are invited to explore the whimsical world of the Land of Imagination; featuring everything from cowboys to dinosaurs, the park is designed to unleash the inner child in everyone. Blackgang Chine is also home to a range of exciting, rides, attractions and experiences, including the park’s BRAND-NEW ride! 

For more information, visit our website at www.blackgangchine.com or follow us on social media @blackgangchine.

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