Grand National

Specs

Manufacturer

Charles Paige

Type

Wooden racing coaster

Rare

Only racing woodie in the UK

Restraint

Lap bar

Opened

1935

Height

18.9 m

Speed

40 mph

Length

1006 m

Duration

2m 20s

Unlikely

Gusts about 16 mph at 19 m. No published wind limit, so this is an estimate.

Captain’s Review

Grand National Right delivers a classic wooden racing experience with strong airtime and intense laterals that many riders find thrilling, especially when seated away from the wheel seats. However, the coaster is frequently described as rough and painful, with the wheel‑seat positions and tight lap bars causing discomfort. Opinions are split: enthusiasts praise its dueling layout and nostalgic charm, while others criticize the jarring valleys and overall roughness. Overall, the ride is enjoyable for those who value raw wooden coaster thrills and can tolerate its physical roughness.

From Captain Coaster

1. 12:00 am

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   Typ. 3 min

2. 10:00 am

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   Typ. 5 min

3. 11:00 am

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   Typ. 8 min

4. 12:00 pm

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   Typ. 10 min

5. 1:00 pm

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   Typ. 10 min

6. 2:00 pm

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   Typ. 10 min

7. 3:00 pm

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   Typ. 10 min

8. 4:00 pm

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   Typ. 9 min

9. 5:00 pm

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   Typ. 9 min

10. 6:00 pm

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    Typ. 9 min

11. 7:00 pm

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    Typ. 9 min

12. 8:00 pm

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    Typ. 9 min

13. 9:00 pm

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    Typ. 8 min

14. 10:00 pm

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    Typ. 8 min

15. 11:00 pm

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    Typ. 8 min

No stops recorded for this ride today. History is kept for six months.

Broke down 0 times today.

Reliability

1 stop in six months · 20 min down