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Legoland Windsor’s Minifigure Speedway has been given the green light to open later this month
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Mar 2024
The ride will be complete and open to the public starting March 29 Credit: Legoland Windsor
The Minifigure Speedway coming to Legoland Windsor has its opening date, with the race set to get the green light starting March 29.
The world’s first Lego-themed duelling rollercoaster that not only races forward but also in reverse, the £10m (US$12.7m, €11.6m) Minifigure Speedway will be the park’s fastest rollercoaster at 35mph (56kmph).
Manufactured by Zierer in partnership with Merlin Magic Making, riders choose one of two teams before travelling forwards and backwards at speed on dual tracks as they race to find a winner.
The ride trains are themed to resemble Lego race cars, with open ‘wheels’ attached along with a spoiler and front wing.
The first-of-its-kind attraction will also feature a record breaker as its centrepiece - the world’s tallest Lego Minifigure, which stands 30ft (9.1m) tall and weighs around six tonnes.
“Minifigure Speedway is set to get pulses racing when it opens next spring and will be the fun seeker’s favourite amongst families,” said Helen Bull, divisional director at Legoland Windsor. “Not only will it be the fastest coaster at the resort once complete, but it will also offer a uniquely exhilarating experience.”
Minifigure Speedway is the latest addition to Legoland Windsor, which in recent years has added a world-first Lego-themed indoor golf experience, while the 2023 season also saw the addition of Lego Ferrari Build and Race - an interactive attraction that sees guests create their own Ferrari race car.
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