I remember seeing balls of fire dropping from the top of the structure this was the so-called inflammable Oraglass (?) IMS VINTAGE PHOTOS IMS VINTAGE PHOTOS THIS IS AN ORIGINAL VINTAGE 394351480931 Nicole SmithThe queue to get into the swimming pool with my Mum, Dad & brother and of course the smell. When we finally reached the bottom the firemen were there to guide us out and just as we got outside, the whole place was engulfed by fire. OK.What's with the 3 school-boys, what caused the fire?Accident or sabotage was an investigation carried out?Tell us more! We were first alerted to it by the noise from the fire engines.Looking out the window of the boarding house we saw the flames. My parents had been to the site of the fire thinking I was in there as I had been all week. William LeedsI remember going there as a 6 year old. I still remember the screams and panic, they haunt me to this day. from when I was an infant until I was a teenager.Also my dad and his friend used to have such fun jumping on the beaded filled cushions in the solariumI also remember being at home in Liverpool watching the blaze on TV and crying becuase I would never be able to go there again. They went to give bloood and looked for my brother and sister on the way. Overview. Julie was 14, and identified by her jewellery. Summerland Leisure Complex Douglas Isle of Man IM99 2TB Tel: +44 (0) 1624 625511 The Site Facilities Include: Cinema Children's Soft Play Area Squash Badminton Basketball Five-a-Side Football Tennis Rollerskating Volleyball Indoor Golf Simulator Sports Bar Nightclub Spa Suite Future of Summerland Site 5 October 2010 It was the brain child of Douglas architect, Mr James Phillips Lomas who had been commissioned by Douglas Corporation to design a building which would attract visitors to the Isle of Man whatever the weather. SUMMERLAND, DOUGLAS, ISLE OF MAN. A girl I met that night but got separated from in the panic died. CLOSED COMPLETELY! We went to the shops on the prom and I still have Minnie the clockwork mouse to this day. Re: Isle of Man Summerland Fire Yes I remember the fire I was 10 years of age and on holiday with my family. It was my last night on the IOM with my BB Company from N Ireland. When we noticed the black smoke to one end of the building - and the crowds looking in that direction - we started to move towards the exit. "Excellent! [9] The centre was seriously damaged by the fire. You are in: Isle of Man > History > Where the sun always shines. The queue to get into the swimming pool with my Mum, Dad & brother and of course the smell. There were posters everywhere and everyone was talking about it. Examples of their tools are kept at the Manx Museum. [11] Around 80 people were seriously injured in the resulting crush and fire and received physical and mental scars. A Cafe. Her Name was Julie Panter, and her friend Dawn Ellingham wrote to me to tell me this. I was 13 when summerland went on fire i still remember that night clearly my mum and i had told my dad that we were going to summerland while he went to the villa marine to watch wrestling but just before the bus stopped we changed our mind and went to white city we had just got into white city when we were told summerland was on fire we had to walk all the way round onchan to get back to the prom its a scene you will never forget seeing people jumping into the sea to get away from the flames even when we came home on the boat your were reminded again as we had to wait until all the coffins were taken of first as a mark of respect. 420,000 Property details; janice gale from dreghorn scotlandI was 13 when summerland went on fire i still remember that night clearly my mum and i had told my dad that we were going to summerland while he went to the villa marine to watch wrestling but just before the bus stopped we changed our mind and went to white city we had just got into white city when we were told summerland was on fire we had to walk all the way round onchan to get back to the prom its a scene you will never forget seeing people jumping into the sea to get away from the flames even when we came home on the boat your were reminded again as we had to wait until all the coffins were taken of first as a mark of respect. We went to a show to see the Black and White Minstrels, that's when I smelt smoke. The Summerland building in Douglas was the first of its kind in the world. The island is in desperate need of some alternative. The burnt out remains of the centre in September 1973, one month after the fire. At 8:00 p.m. on 2 August 1973, Summerland, a leisure centre on the Isle of Man as shown in Figure 1, was seen to be on fire. 1. Canada Revenue 1/5 Excise Tax Matchbook "SUMMERLAND GROCETERIA" West Summerland C$10.00 Seller: DeveneyStamps ( 4410 ) LizAlthough I remember when the fire happened (as a relative was working there that evening and thankfully survived), my happy memories are also quite vivid as I used to go there many times, especially during school holidays. ! The Summerland disaster occurred when a fire spread through the Summerland leisure centre in Douglas on the Isle of Man on the night of 2 August 1973. Jade Harbour Restaurant. Reverse of the small poster is also in colour and lists all the many attractions.. The complex It was all shining, it even smelt new. The whole thing ended so tragically but it's important to remember the good times too. [7] The coastguard immediately called the fire brigade. 1. My legs went like jelly and the next thing I knew, flames shot up the sides of the windows. When we noticed the black smoke to one end of the building - and the crowds looking in that direction - we started to move towards the exit. i loved summerland it was amazing the play area and the skating the swim baths and all shame the way things went, HI, I PLAYED THE SUMMERLAND DISCO WITH MY BAND 'ROCOCO' THE YEAR BEFORE THE FIRE,I'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO REMEMBERS 'ROCOCO' I HAVE SOME VERY FOND MEMORIES OF MY TIME THERE, I HAVE VISITED THE ISLAND ONCE SINCE THEN,QUITE BY CHANCE IT WAS THE YEAR BEFORE THE DEMOLITION TOOK PLACE,BUT I SUPPOSE I COULD SAY GOODBYE. 34808 | VAT Registration Number: 001090349 Directors . Much thought was given to bringing a sunshine-feel to the building. The fire exits - clear glass ones, all in a row - were locked which I guessed afterwards was to prevent people paying for access to one area and then going to the other as well. dotty kiddI was 17 and was working there at the time of the fire, it was total panic, the fire spread so fast and no body could get out due to the doors being locked, I managed to get my friend away safely but with all the panic going on around I ended up in a daze, I dont know how I got out but remember someone pulling me, I got out befor the first explosion went off. I was too young to realise what had happened but it makes me feel cold now. It does not take away from the fact that it was for a few years, a great place to be. The Summerland disaster occurred when a fire spread through the Summerland leisure centre in Douglas on the Isle of Man on the night of 2 August 1973. carol burnsI survived that terrible disaster. Seconds later the light grew to a flame a few feet high, then within no time at all there were large flames extending the whole height of the side of the building I was frozen in shock watching what was kicking off. I used to love walking round the place & everytime it was just as amazing as the first time.Then in my teens & 20's & 30's going to the cave & upstairs for the TT events from TT supporters club meetings,to gigs & tyre balancing. It was a tragedy but the happy memories as a child are still vivid even in my late 40's.My thoughts are with those who lost someone dear xx. This, coupled with the constant sirens of emergency vehicles, is what made this the worst night of my life. 7. vox pop older man re. I was told that the drummer from the show we had been watching did not make it. Just a stump of a diving board and the deep end of the Aquadrome pool, now home to about twenty billion pigeons The Brutalist concrete exterior concealed a range of sports and leisure facilities, all very wholesome and family-oriented. Summerland for me, like many others who grew up on the Island was one of the main places that you could find entertainment of all forms from Rollerskating through to catching a afternoon film in the cinema. the old building demolished. On the third attempt, my uncle's door came open and several others followed. I was 17 and was working there at the time of the fire, it was total panic, the fire spread so fast and no body could get out due to the doors being locked, I managed to get my friend away safely but with all the panic going on around I ended up in a daze, I dont know how I got out but remember someone pulling me, I got out befor the first explosion went off. I was told that the drummer from the show we had been watching did not make it. Continue along King Edward Road beyond the new offices of Royal Skandia. I remember seeing below us musicians from the group who had been on stage swimming across the learner pool, one of them with his guitar. The closure of the . I remember the main floor in front of the stage with all the deck chairs & the straw umbrellas, the music, the talent shows. There was a charming wooden see saw, slide and roundabout. I remember seeing below us musicians from the group who had been on stage swimming across the learner pool, one of them with his guitar. Now it's completely gone & it is a shame but they will hopefully put something back there for the manx & visitors to enjoy & make their amemories last a lifetime too. ISLE OF MAN: Summerland Entertainment Center - Vintage Photograph 1399665 - 12.48. On the night of the fire my Mum and Dad were taking me to see the Black & White minstrels, my much older brother and sister didn't want to go and went on the prom. The transparent roof was composed of 6 ft acrylic bronze-tinted sheets so that the natural light filtering through would appear like golden rays. I made lots of friends both from the island and liverpool. I am a surviver of this tragedy.I still have nightmares. Now it's completely gone & it is a shame but they will hopefully put something back there for the manx & visitors to enjoy & make their amemories last a lifetime too. I had the best holidays ever as a kid in IOM , it is a magical place. We hadn't had decent swimming baths for a long time in Douglas and for that reason alone I couldn't wait to get in and have a look. There's not much left of the place. STORY. I was one of the worst things that has ever happened on our small Island and none of us will ever forget the event. [15] Changes to building regulations to improve fire safety were introduced. This was on the 2nd floor. I remember the main floor in front of the stage with all the deck chairs & the straw umbrellas, the music, the talent shows. Douglas (Man 5. vs burned out building. Facts About Isle of Man: Places to Visit in Isle of Man Location Map of UK Cities Where is Aberdeen Where is Basildon Where is Basingstoke Where is Bath Ricky Rooney, DouglasFor me, Summerland was the hub of all my childhood memories, I would be there at least 4 times a week. Custom Mountain home in Tehachapi CA.-2 hrs from LA or 2 hrs from Central Coast. The worst thing was I could hear screams even from that distance, this has haunted me to this day. But I was young and my family did not let me know about it. Now I have my own kids of my age at the time of the disaster, I know why. Summerland was only a mile away from the District General Hospital and there was no clearing station for preliminary assessment of the injured. It was a lovely place but it's so sad the way it all ended. It wasn't until we were on the promenade at a safe distance that I looked back to see the building completely engulfed in flames. Feb 22, 2021 - Manx Electric Railway 26 a 1898 GF Milnes crossbench tram at Derby Castle terminus in Douglas about to push crossbench trailer 56 back to the depot past the rebuilt Summerland on 14 July 1978. Those were the days. We were there the night before the fire, we just thatought the "moving staircase" by the front door was the best thing ever. Then with my children to manxland,their first birthday parties, my sisters-in-laws fashion shows & watching cousin's children do ballroom dancing & they're just a handfull of memories!Summerland was a one off & while the Villa Marina is a part of our islands history & heritage, there will never be another place like Summerland - it's in a league of it's own. (Good move as it happens - I understood later that about 12 people were found dead at the bottom of that staircase, which I seem to recall did not have proper handrails round it, being largely decorative.) The state-of-the-art facilities put the Isle of Man on the map as one of the most important tourist destinations in. There were posters everywhere and everyone was talking about it. It was so colourful and had such a happy and relaxed atmosphere. But I have fond memories of summerland and I to did win the talent competion in summerland. We found them distraught watching the flames as they thought we were in the building. The rest is of course history. StuartI was 9 at the time of the Summerland fire and on holiday with my Mum and Dad staying at the Granada Hotel as we always did then. If you like to see Seven Sisters - view in Seaford, United Kingdom or any other wonderful filming locations from Summerland, start scrolling. Just then I distinctly remember seeing a small flicker of light at the base of the building on the West side thinking it was someone with a torch or something, as it was getting dusky. In the summer everyone enjoyed the talent competitions which were great fun. There are more than 2 filming locations on our site. The world's first offshore oil wells, drilled from piers in 1896. You were certainly spoilt for choice - you could go swimming in 2 lovely new pools, rollerskate or play a multitude of sports in the massive sports hall, moonwalk in a big white type of enclosed bouncy castle (which like everything in there had a distinctive new smell). I loved it so much and will always remember it . 7. The pool was salt water and it made my eyes sting. Semi-detached house for sale in Seacroft, 3 Summerland, Ramsey IM8 Just added. On the night of the fire I had decided, for some unknown reason, to spend some time on the ASTROGLIDE (who remembers that ?) of 1971. 6. vox pops boys re. Bit by bit over the years things would start to disappear, until by the end there was only "Manxland" left, my son really enjoyed palying there with all his cousins & it was a great place for Mums to meet on a Saturday & have a coffee while the kids played, we did that for a lot of years. When we finally reached the bottom the firemen were there to guide us out and just as we got outside, the whole place was engulfed by fire. The fire spread to the wall's interior soundproofing material, which was highly combustible, causing an intense fire that ignited the flammable acrylic sheeting that covered the rest of the building. But things got a little more decadent when you ventured underground. I stood on the prom looking over at the Summerland complex contemplating whether to give it a go or not. I remember the music and noise of people just enjoying themselves. On the evening of Thursday 2nd August 1973 an estimated 3,000 people were enjoying themselves at the resort. We found them distraught watching the flames as they thought we were in the building. From pantomime to ballet and live music to musicals. With the building also suffering from concrete cancer, the remainder of the site closed in 2004, and demolition began in January 2006. from when I was an infant until I was a teenager.Also my dad and his friend used to have such fun jumping on the beaded filled cushions in the solariumI also remember being at home in Liverpool watching the blaze on TV and crying becuase I would never be able to go there again. To experience Summerland at that time was special and afterall, what has the Government ever done since to improve our quality of life here in the IOM. Situated only a few minutes walk to the beach, harbour, shops and public transport. Two years after its completion in 1971 the high tech promenade venue was the scene of devastation after a fire ripped through the building killing 50 people. See more ideas about summerland, isle of man, brutalist architecture. Condition is excellent. After a couple of hours frozen to the spot I remember seeing my Mum running towards me and picking me up, crying and hugging me as if she hadnt seen me in years or something. We saw the fire take hold and like many others my parents were shocked and crying at the horror of the tragic loss of life. Location: Isle of Man Date Posted: 4/5/2017 2:49:35 PM Waymark Code: WMVDNA slide somewhere near where the Hilton Hotel is now I think. I remember walking past Summerland and seeing a rocking horse from a ride stood on its own. Also had a vague recollection that the lads who were smoking near a kiosk which led to the fire, came from Liverpool. Follow on beyond Summerland and Port Jack. Summerland. Denis Cowley QC acted for the Douglas Corporation. I'll never forget the tragedy and the emptiness we felt after that horrific day. They went to give bloood and looked for my brother and sister on the way. I remember hearing a woman shouting "My God, my children are in there", which I still find a bone-chilling thought. Sharon BridsonI was 12 that year. Summerland complex, Isle of Man Isle of Man Tram and Summerland Leisure Centre. [10], Because of the locked fire doors, many people headed to the main entrance, which caused a crush.[9]. The Summerland disaster occurred when a fire spread through the Summerland leisure centre in Douglas on the Isle of Man on the night of 2 August 1973. For just over two years the centre attracted visitors from all over the world. Summerlands bed and breakfast (B&B) is a charming and unique house in Ramsey, which has recently been refurbished throughout to a very high standard. [4], Summerland was designed to accommodate up to 10,000 tourists and consisted of a dance hall, five floors of holiday games, a rollerskating rink, restaurants and public bars. The Summerland building in Douglas was the first of its kind in the world and its state-of-the-art facilities put the Isle of Man on the map. We were first alerted to it by the noise from the fire engines.Looking out the window of the boarding house we saw the flames. I remember walking past Summerland and seeing a rocking horse from a ride stood on its own. A couple of the girls had been at the afternoon disco but were on their way back to the digs when the fire must have taken hold. The Summerland Tragedy, Isle of Man.The Summerland Tragedy, Isle of Man. Brings back great memories of times spent on the island. What a great place. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The indoor Summerland leisure complex in Douglas was the first of its kind in the world and its facilities put the Isle of Man on the map as one of the most important tourist destinations in. The plans took years to finalise. The water in the pool was lovely and hot and we used to go out and stand in a cold shower and the cold foot bath then dive into the pool to get that even warmer feeling. They were each fined 3 (equal to 31.86 in 2020) and ordered to pay 33p compensation and 15p costs. Summerland was such a great place to hang out and I would guess that most of the Isle of Man population that was around at the time of the fire is still in shock. At the time Summerland was one of the most. Demolition of the site from Oct 2005. VillaGaiety is the Isle of Man's premier ENTERTAINMENT venue. The survivor and her mother were separated from her father and sister and stuck in the venue before being rescued through a window by firemen. It was indeed quite glamorous and I know for a fact my mum and dad spent more than a few romantic evenings there, (We kids got packed off to our grandparents house!) It was a lovely place but it's so sad the way it all ended. The Summerland leisure complex in the Isle of Man, a popular tourist destination for many years, closed its doors for the last time in 2018. There was a lot of excited anticipation before it opened. In the summer everyone enjoyed the talent competitions which were great fun. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. I still remember those who died and those who lost loved ones. See where they filmed this movie from 2020 starring Gemma Arterton, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Lucas Bond. 2. ws Summerland after fire - skeleton of building. We were there the night before the fire, we just thatought the "moving staircase" by the front door was the best thing ever. We got out past the swimming pool - as a lady carrying some keys ran towards the doors to unlock them. Isle of Man > Ramsey > Summerland > Semi-detached house for sale - 4 bedrooms . on arrival above somerland we couldnt beleve the whole building was an infurno (just where we would have been had we not been delayed)we left the site not beleving such a tragity could be hapening to those poor people,and by the grace of god spared us.with the passing of time and no disrespect to those who loved ones perished or were injured i beleve that summerland was a fabulous venue of the time and should be under another name be reserected for the people of the island and visitors alike,the past is the past and nothing can remain a stain of the building/archetects or goverment who built it in good faith and by unforcene events that happend.the island needs a new complex to invest in tourisem and for the island people to enjoy in these hard days ahead bring life back to the island as it was before the doom and gloom merchants moved in.being a stopover from the late 60s and with three children who were born here i personaly would like to see an indoor complex such as summerland revived. My dad played a lot of squash so I was always there watching him, well trying.. it took me years to be tall enough to see over from the spectators gallery properly.Every weekend it would either be rollerskating, swimming or the play area in the day and at night we would come back for the cabaret and more time in the play area.Through the week I would be in Summerland for 5-a-side football and swimming lessons with my school.For years I knew nothing about the fire but was told by my parents at a sensible age, from this moment on I wanted to know what the place looked like as their description made it sound out of this world and it was!I have spent many an hour researching everything Summerland.I have to admit I did feel very sad when I saw this place coming down.A newer more aesthetically pleasing version needs to be built, we need a more resourceful entertainment complex on the Island, everthing under one roof.. like Summerland! My uncle saw someone he knew from our home town (Widnes) whose hotel was closer than ours, and he was able to phone family at home to say we were OK just as the story was coming on the news.We were all OK, apart from my uncle's cracked ribs from charging at the fire door, but the horror of the evening is still with me such that even lighting a candle is something I struggle to do and I always check out fire exits when I'm somewhere new. The death toll brought about a public inquiry that ran from September 1973 to February 1974. It was all shining, it even smelt new. The fire started at around 7:30p.m. on 2 August 1973 when approximately 3,000 people were inside,[5] and was caused by three boys who were smoking in a small disused kiosk,[6] on the centre's miniature golf course[7] and who told police it was likely started by a carelessly discarded match or stub. We hadn't had decent swimming baths for a long time in Douglas and for that reason alone I couldn't wait to get in and have a look. It wasn't until we were on the promenade at a safe distance that I looked back to see the building completely engulfed in flames. I was 15,and in the fire, but I escaped by jumping around the bannisters which were jammed with people too frightened to move on the stairs which were on the same side as the balcony with the crazy golf where the fire was started.. Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 2SE Registered in the Isle of Man No. Location:Isle of Man Posted February 17, 2006 Some photos of Summerland and the demolition (I'll post them in batches because uploading all at once seems to mess up the order) Quote Regulars 7.1k Gender:Male Location:Isle of Man Posted February 17, 2006 Damn flood control Quote The Old Git Regulars 7.1k Gender:Male Location:Isle of Man Summerland opened on 25 May 1971 and was designed to accommodate up to 10,000 tourists as one of the largest entertainment centres in the world. On the night of the fire I had decided, for some unknown reason, to spend some time on the ASTROGLIDE (who remembers that ?) Opened with much fanfare a little more than two years earlier on 25 May 1971, the 2m climate-controlled building boasted restaurants and bars, an indoor heated swimming pool, saunas, a children's theatre and an underground disco. It was an example of Modernist architecture incorporating advanced controlled internal climate, built with novel construction techniques using new plastic materials. There is also significant attic. A lot of people on the Island will never forget what happened on 2nd August 1973. i remembr 1968-69 , I worked at White City on the Isle of Man , they were the eight best years of my life.

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