Looking back at Derbyshire's American Adventure theme park

It’s 20 years ago today that the much-loved American Adventure theme park in Derbyshire closed its doors for the very last time

Rides such as the Buffalo Stampede, Runaway Train, Rocky Mountain Rapids and The Missile were all popular features at the attraction, near Ilkeston.

Here we look back at some great photos which capture the magic of the place.

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13. American Adventure

The American Adventure pictured as the park was closing for good Photo: Brian Eyre

Ian Potts (19) proposes to Sammi Upchurch (19) after they had both been on the Skycoaster ride Photo: Lindsay Colbourne

The American Adventure RAC Rally. Photo: staff

Do you recognise the people pictured? Mikhail Gorbachev look-a-like presents a certificate to Missile riders Photo: UGC