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Oakwood: The ups and downs of a theme park adored by generations

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Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire , Wales , has closed due to a drop in visitor numbers.

Richard Drummond , his dad and two sons all worked at the theme park over the last 30 years .

Richard witnessed the birth of the world-renowned rollercoaster Megafobia in 1996 .

The European Coaster Club celebrated their 25th trip to Oakwood last year as part of their annual get together.

Oakwood 's closure is a result of a "perfect storm" as costs increase for the park and its visitors.

Owner of one of UK 's oldest theme parks, Wicksteed Park , in Northamptonshire , has previously said it would struggle to survive without extra funding.

Nick Hutson is a British composer known for his work in the theme park industry.