Remembering much-loved American Adventure theme park 20 years after it closed

It was well-loved by people across South Yorkshire

It was 20 years ago this week that the much-loved American Adventure theme park in Derbyshire closed its doors for the very last time.

Many Sheffield folk travelled to the western-themed attraction over the years - whether with school or with family.

Rides such as the Buffalo Stampede, Runaway Train, Rocky Mountain Rapids and The Missile were all popular features at the attraction, near Ilkeston.

Here we look back at some great photos which capture the magic of the place.

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13. American Adventure

The American Adventure pictured as the park was closing for good Photo: Brian Eyre

Ian Potts (19) proposes to Sammi Upchurch (19) after they had both been on the Skycoaster ride Photo: Lindsay Colbourne

The American Adventure RAC Rally. Photo: staff

Do you recognise the people pictured? Mikhail Gorbachev look-a-like presents a certificate to Missile riders Photo: UGC