Pleasure Island in Cleethorpes, one of England's derelict theme parks, closed at the end of the 2016 season after 23 years of operation. The park struggled with dwindling visitor numbers amid increasing competition from larger attractions like Alton Towers and Drayton Manor.
Now, the park's contents are being sold at auction, offering a chance to own a piece of its history. Items include a large box of comedy glasses expected to fetch about £10, various catering equipment, and a 114-year-old carousel valued at £250,000.
After closure, many small theme parks face uncertain futures. Some sites are sold and redeveloped, while others remain under security guard supervision and left to decay. A few become hauntingly picturesque, but most simply fade away.
