This WAS the UK's scariest ride

Apocalypse at Drayton Manor, what was once the UK's scariest ride, has closed forever. After thrilling guests for over 20 years, Drayton Manor's drop tower has terrified riders for the very last time. In this video, we explore the history of Apocalypse and share our thoughts on its very last day - RIP Apocalypse
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[@CatsnCoasters]

Some unforgettable childhood memories were made on this beauty. Shame to see it go but more excited for the future of DM.

[@technoandrew]

I only rode Apocalypse a couple of times back in 2019, but distinctly remember how scared I was waiting at the top, and how forceful the drop was. I definitely haven't gotten over my fear of drop towers yet, so maybe I need to start forcing myself on more in the future when the opportunity comes.

[@RideOfPablo]

Not the guy giving middle fingers to the camera at 0:43 🤣

[@rogercasoliva1571]

If you want to ride the attraction again just go to Portaventura in Tarragona, Catalonia, it is the same but taller, faster and also standing seat, also same climing and the tilting

[@sergifont3774]

We still have Hurakan Kondor at PortAventura World 😊

[@wathc7722]

didn't know I could get sad that a ride closed that I've never been on nor even had the opportunity to ride

[@aquamarine13yt]

There’s a lot I didn’t know about this ride! I’m so sad we won’t get to ride it ever again, I hope other drop towers have these features in the future

[@SeanFlaharty]

Great job! I have only visited Drayton Manor once (in 2002) and really enjoyed my few hours I was there. I rode each side of the tower. Dropping while standing (floorless) is terrifying as I have done that on at a few different ones. Standing with a floor seemed to be even more of an experience for me. Not exactly sure why. Thanks for sharing a final look at this one-of-a-kind drop tower.

[@coasterbot]

I agree, standing with a floor packed the biggest punch, which was odd? If you ever plan to revisit the UK do let me know! ☺️

[@SeanFlaharty]

@@coasterbot I sure will! I haven't been in over twenty years now. Long overdue.

[@kkrispy2009P]

Great vlog shame it's gone

[@coasterbot]

Thanks, it is a shame 😢

[@TheDutchRevolution]

I've never rode the Apocalypse, but it reminds me of the High Fall in Movie Park Germany. That one is really awesome! Also semi tilted, standing up without a floor. Definitely one of the best I've ridden

[@Stubwood_on_YT]

Gonna miss it

[@Ireshthefolf]

I was lucky to be able to work on the attention at the end of its live as a host. I'm gonna miss the ride massively. It was my first attention I ever got to work on

[@alfieriiich]

Sad to see it go but hopefully it means we see more developments at Drayton 🤞

[@BlueZirnitra]

It will become more of a kids park I think. Can't see them removing their most famous thrill ride to build more thrill rides.

[@coastersrcrazy5618]

R.I.P a legendary ride

[@themeparkplanet3210]

can't wait for the coaster coming in 2024 for the park

[@coasterbot]

Me either!

[@InfamousAlliance]

As a former member of staff at the park and a supervisor I know what’s coming to the space where Apocalypse and Pandemonium once stood. I’m under no NDA to discuss said ride but I feel it would ultimately dampen the reveal of the ride for the management at Drayton Manor. What I will say is it will be a unique experience for the Britain.

[@coasterbot]

It's exciting to see Drayton Manor investing so much recently! By the new ride, I assume you mean the roller coaster that's heavily rumoured to be this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2jdcpSHZ9t8pc0si=ylDNje9gx4NyhvNz We know it's made by Intamin and park executives called it a 'lift and launch coaster', so this fits the bill!

[@Jason-Clark235]

R.I.P apocalypse

[@Joypyf]

Congrats on conquering your fear of drop towers! 🎉 I’m not there yet lol 🙈

[@lucasthom3249]

Legend ride my favourite

[@peeledlemon290]

4:57 jormungandr is a world serpent monster in norse mythology :]

[@coasterbot]

That makes a lot of sense!

[@admiral_ikea5243]

Wait....The Bikeseat thing is something special? I have been lied to me entire life, my first drop tower in Movie Park had those and I just figured its normal.

[@armpitstench]

rip

[@joecandish3923]

I was in that photo and will not just remind me of Apocalypse but also it was the day I came back from Florida

[@jonathonpotter1059]

There is a rumour they are getting a Vekoma some sort, they do have a decent space to work with

[@Kirithereal]

Apocalypse is one of the best rides I’ve ever done. It was a horrible decision in my opinion to remove it. Also loved the Full unedited POV At the end, made me feel a lot better about the rides removal.

[@coasterbot]

I couldn't agree more, it was such a great ride. I can understand why it's going but it really is a shame. I thought seeing the drop from multiple angles might be a cool way to round off the video :)

[@Kirithereal]

@@coasterbot it was intact a great way to end the vid, and so can I understand why it’s gone but it’s really sad.

[@timothywait9457]

i am very angry that this ride has gone and i am also angry that Dreamworld in Australias tower of terrer 2 has gone to wonderful rides

[@plushblueep]

It had a great run.

[@CoastersThrillsAndAirtimeHills]

Despite living in the U.K., I’ve never been to Drayton manor or ridden apocalypse. I absolutely lovely coasters of all shapes and sizes but I’m not sure I could cope with this lol

[@coasterbot]

Drayton Manor are opening a new roller coaster next year, it'll definitely be worth visiting for that!

[@CoastersThrillsAndAirtimeHills]

@@coasterbot ah cool! I might give it a visit! Next year I’m going to six flags great adventure and cedar point. Can’t wait!

[@coasterbot]

Hey that's awesome! I'm hoping to hit those two parks next year too 😀

[@CoastersThrillsAndAirtimeHills]

@@coasterbot cool! I saw you went to Florida with Coaster Studios! I loved watching that vlog - made me want to go 🤣. I’ve never been before but would love to ride Mako, Iron Gwazi and the Surf Coaster!

[@martyworldwide5639]

We were 1000 rider that day so sad

[@brucegibson1813]

these intamin drop towers pack a punch

[@timothywait9457]

and Ceder points top thrill Dragstar and El tolro

[@R1valz]

It's starting to look like drop towers are a dying species, although they provide some of the best thrills amongst all amusement rides. Really hope to see new drop tower additions around the world in the near future

[@StamfordBridge]

Britain is on a mission to close its best rides.

[@timothywait9457]

i will never visit Drayton manner again

[@coasterbot]

:(

[@dawaiira4512]

Ill miss apocalypse, however i’ve always feared detonator more.

[@fakirkulsofitv1533]

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[@melvinschrab505]

Is there any reason why it's closing?

[@CuteNoririn]

I guess it is too thrilling, the rest of the park is way more "family friendly"

[@melvinschrab505]

@@CuteNoririn So sad

[@melvinschrab505]

@@CuteNoririn I like thrills

[@Georgie94]

​@@CuteNoririnor age might have got more expensive for parts than the ride was worth

[@connorhall70]

rmc coaster inbound trust me

[@coasterbot]

Trust me bro

[@Chase.Rosser]

hi say hi back

[@coasterbot]

Hi

[@timothywait9457]

tabathy hello

[@timothywait9457]

what a waste of a good ride they should move it to another park

[@Georgie94]

The cost of repair and transport probably would be cheaper for a park to buy new

[@c.james1]

For me, Bounce >> Apocalypse

[@coasterbot]

Bounce is cool, but it's drop sequence is terrible!

[@c.james1]

@@coasterbot Sure, I just prefer the shot 'n' drop over all all drop towers. Just a preference thing.

[@timothywait9457]

the teem park world is becoming to woke they got rid of Blacpools wondrfuil Wild mouse there fatting with Valhalha there doing things to Nemisies retracking it maybe that is ok but i hope they do not take the roar out

[@SteveAndAlexBuild]

What a shame , thrill rides at Drayton disappearing fast 😢😢🧱👍🏼