Thrillseekers left dangling 50ft in the air after rollercoaster malfunction

Sarah Hooper | Live News Reporter Published August 31, 2026 6:28pm Updated August 31, 2026 6:28pm Almost 30 people were trapped on the ride for three hours (Picture: Facebook) Dozens of people have been left stuck on a rollercoaster 50ft in the air for more than three hours. Nearly 30 riders have been left trapped on the Wipeout rollercoaster at Pleasurewood Hills in Lowestoft, Suffolk. The incident happened just before 1.30pm today and has seen the thrill-seekers left stranded nearly 50ft in the air. Suffolk Fire and Rescue service said 27 people have been left suspended in the air for several hours and crews from three stations are on scene. A spokesman said: ‘The carriages, which came to a stop on the track, are approximately 15 metres in the air, but not upside down. Sign up for all of