The Flambards Experience
The Flambards Experience is a family-owned amusement park on the southern outskirts of the town of Helston in Cornwall, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1976 as the 'Cornwall Aircraft Park' by Douglas Kingsford Hale MBE and his wife Audrey and is now run by their son James Kingsford Hale.Now named Flambards, the theme park has become one of the leading attractions in the south west for rides, exhibitions and family entertainment. Flambards also features a combination of live entertainment from children's celebrities such as The Simpsons, Peter Pan and Snoopy as well as its own park mascot - a fox named "Ferdi Flambard". While the park does not boast a significant lineup, the park is currently trying to add at least one new ride or feature to the park every year.AttractionsThe Big Ride ZoneThe park has a selection of thrilling rides tucked away at the side of the park as to not disrupt the natural beauty of other areas. There is something for all ages ranging from the pedal-powered Cyclocopters to Skyraker 001, the Uk's first twisting drop tower.Ferdi's FunlandAside from the bigger rides, an area at Flambards is devoted just for families with young guests. There are 6 kiddie rides accompanied by a garden and avairy. There are also multiple play areas indoors and out nearby. Human Cannonball - As you spin, control your height as you fly in 4 person capsules. Pirate Ship - A miniature version of the swinging ship. Tea Cups - A miniature version of a tea cups ride. Animal Express - Travel through a gnome's garden in animal themed cars. Space Shuttle (formerly owned by The American Adventure Theme Park) - Control your capsule and you travel up and down the tower. The Cornish Children's Eye - A miniature version of a classic ferris wheel.
