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Rita downtime planned

Rita - Queen of Speed will be closed next week, to allow technicians to replace part of the launch mechanism.

All Intamin launch coasters have to have their launch cable replaced after a set number of launches, and Rita's change is due. This cable is vital as it pulls the Catch Car and the coaster train itself.

This means that Rita will be closed between Monday, 17th October and Saturday, 22nd October (inclusive).

The ride may open before Sunday if the work is completed ahead of schedule, but don't count on it.