A NEW zipline attraction is opening soon at the North Yorkshire Water Park and it is sure to appeal to adrenaline-junkies.
The park, based on the Dawnay Estates at Wykeham near Scarborough, has unveiled its latest attraction consisting of a 13-metre-high tower with two climbing walls, and two 250m long ziplines.
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Thrill-seekers can take a breath-taking descent across the lakes on the zip wire whilst taking in the views of the park.
Special guest Sir Robert Goodwill, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, officially opened the zipline on Friday, taking to the skies with Lord Downe, owner of Dawnay Estates, along with students from Scarborough College.
And the new attraction will officially open to the public on Saturday February 19, in time for the February half-term break.
Mr Goodwill said on Friday: “It’s been great to open the zip line today at North Yorkshire Water Park.
"The first few seconds were absolutely frightening, but after that it was amazing to take in the stunning views.
"I’m so happy to see such a great local investment being made right in my patch and was delighted to be invited down today.”
In addition, visitors can enjoy refreshments at the Café @ North Yorkshire Water with spectacular views over the adjoining Water sports lake and beyond.
In the warmer months, North Yorkshire Water Park has a range of water-based activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, open water swimming, pedalos and the new wakeboard cable system introduced in 2021.
David Steel, Chief Executive of the Dawnay Estates, said: “This is another significant milestone for us at North Yorkshire Water Park, as we open our latest attraction.
Students from Scarbozrough College, enjoying the zipline opening at North Yorkshire Water Park
“We have invested well over £1 million into the business over the past 12 months, and the zipline and climbing tower is a key part of our vision for the Park, which has enjoyed huge popularity particularly last summer since the major expansion of facilities.
“As well as the zipline and our new climbing walls, we have also recently announced the opening of our new ‘251 Events Room’, adding to our private functions and corporate offering.
"All activities will be bookable on their own, or as part of an event or party.”
The zipline has been built by Technical Outdoor Solutions, a specialist in bespoke constructions which boasts a portfolio of successful projects with past clients including Parkdean Resorts and Morfa Bay.
While the zip line is open to the general public from February 19, visitors can visit the North Yorkshire Water Park website from today (February 14) to secure their slot booked in advance.
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