Sky Ride (Bennett product)

Sky Ride
Sky Ride at Pleasureland Southport
Manufacturer
Bennett
Design Alan Hawes / Universal Design

Sky Ride was a Ropeway system previously produced by UK manufacturer Bennett. The design of the systems was closely based on Sky Rides produced by US manufacturer Universal Design. Alan Hawes (who set-up Universal Design in the USA) went over to the UK and worked closely with the Bennett company for a few years during the 1970s. All three units of the ride that were produced are no longer in operation.

Completed Attractions

Status Country Name Owner Opened Closed
defunct
UK
North Bay Chairlift Marvels Amusement Park May 1972 2001
defunct
UK
Sky Ride Fun City Park April 1975 1990s
defunct
UK
Sky Ride Pleasureland Southport 1974 September 2006