Divv3k Posted January 27, 2010 Posted January 27, 2010 I meant to post this a few weeks ago but work and other "real life" stuff got in the way. Better late then never, right? So Steve and I went to the Irn-Bru Carnival on January 2nd. I was interested to see how it was looking this year. Especially since the same company were trying to run a second carnival in Birmingham at the same time. Mostly the place looked pretty good! We went in the evening which meant there were a lot of people there but this just gave the place a great atmosphere. A stark comparison to the lifelessness of NEC Funworld. The only real downer was that the spinning coaster that's been there for a few years got replaced with a Dragon Wagon meaning there's not even a semi-decent sized coaster in the place. But still, it was really looking good this year and they packed a hell of a lot of rides in! Here's some photos... Well the ride selection wasn’t just as good as last year but I still loved the Irn-Bru Carnival! It’s just got a great and fun atmosphere. I’m sure Steve and I will be back next year. Hope you enjoyed! NONE!!! LOL!!! By the time we finished riding everything we wanted to we had a load of “Carnival vouchers” between us. So we decided to pool them to give Steve as many chances as possible at winning something at the ring toss. He got 32 rings. You know how many prizes Steve won? Steve advises that you don't want to go down this slide bare-arsed. This Helter Skelter is a favourite of Steve’s. Mostly because he can see everything that goes on around him. The fun house has a spectacular grande finale – water pouring down a sheet of glass! You better be sitting on your bum, Steve! In other words: Mike Fudge is not allowed on this slide. Watch out for the lemon springs, Steve! They’ll eat your soul! Yes Steve, you’re the king of the carnival but you’re still an eejit. Ropes hanging from the ceiling. Gotta love the Scottish definition of “FUN!” Steve loves climbing through yellow punching bags. Why? Because yellow is the colour of LEMONS! Steve fell on his arse on this. Yes he did. Beware the WONKIE floors! LOL! Now, the most random experience of the carnival – Scottish Steve’s Fun House Tour! I think everyone in Scotland came to the Carnival this evening! That is, except Scott and Chrissie 'cause they FAIL! Sorry Steve, no bouncy bouncy for us this time! There were random rides of death as far as the eye could see! Is it wrong that I was secretly sad that this is the same Wacky Worm as last year? Steve, it's not Drop Tower: Live! Don't look so scared! Ah, the travelling drop tower! The best ride in the Irn-Bru Carnival for me! Still, Steve and I made the most of it! Just your bog standard Dragon Wagon I’m afraid! Talk about trading down. This year the cool violent spinning coaster got replaced with Dragener. But just what is Dragener? 1 hour line? Not even I want to wait that long for a Ghost Train! I’ll just have to scare him the old fashioned way! Woohoo – Ghost Train! Let’s see if I can convince Steve to ride? And #2. Yeah, I’m a load of fun to visit a carnival with! Ask Steve! Flat ride of death that Divv will avoid #1. Yeah, it was quite busy but there was a real cool carnival atmosphere. I actually was happy to have to wait in a line or two just because the place felt “alive”. OMG, there are PEOPLE here! How many neds can you spot? Sorry Oooh, look at the pretty lights! How can we NOT have a phenomenal time?!
cobra_roll06 Posted January 28, 2010 Posted January 28, 2010 I've been going to this every year for as long as I can remember. Even though it is still really good, it's went downhill over the last 5 or so years. Every year it seems to get slightly smaller or toned down. Still great for an afternoon and a lot better than a lot of other carnivals out there! And yes, I look like a retard in pretty much all the pictures! Thanks for the laugh Divv!
SharkTums Posted January 28, 2010 Posted January 28, 2010 ^Awww, I don't think you look retarded... In fact, in this picture you two look like a very nice gay couple!
freekeee Posted January 28, 2010 Posted January 28, 2010 Nice TR, I REALLY wanted to go to this but it started the day I left and stopped the day I came back
thecoasterkid Posted January 28, 2010 Posted January 28, 2010 I agree with Elissa! You 2 look very cute together! What a nice little man date you had. Awesome trip report! It sounds a lot like the CNE. Overcrowded, nothing great to ride, but still fun to check out for the atmosphere if you're with the right group.
snoflake15 Posted January 28, 2010 Posted January 28, 2010 Its good to see they have themed part of the Fun House on the toilets in The Tunnel.
jynx242 Posted January 29, 2010 Posted January 29, 2010 Thanks for the update. I've often heard of this, but never seen pictures - and as Elissa says - you make quite the handsome couple Looks like a good time was had by all and it is good to see a local event getting that type of crowd. Means they're doing something right. Take care David
thecoasterkid Posted January 29, 2010 Posted January 29, 2010 ^ I like that we're starting rumors of Divv and Steve being in a relationship. This should definitely continue.
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