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LISTEN: What's your best Durban Funworld memory?

With Durban Funworld set to close down on the 1st of May, the Breakfast team put out a question on social media asking people to tell us their best Durban Funworld memories.

Durban Funworld is set to close down on the 1st of May 2023.
Durban Funworld is set to close down on the 1st of May 2023. Image: ECR

It's the end of an era. 

Durban is set to lose one of its oldest and most beloved attractions, Durban Funworld

Read more: Iconic Durban Beachfront Fun World to close this May

After decades of providing entertainment to locals and tourists alike, the amusement park will be closing its doors for good.

Since opening in the 1970s, Durban Funworld has been a go-to destination for family fun. 

The park features a variety of rides and attractions, including roller coasters, water slides, bumper cars, and more. It has also been a popular spot for special events, such as birthdays and school outings.

Ash, who is a fan of the show, had this to say about the matter of Durban Funworld:

Iconic Durban Beachfront Fun World to close this May.
Iconic Durban Beachfront Fun World to close this May. Image: ECR

After years of declining attendance, Durban Funworld has decided to shut down its operations. 

The closure is a major blow to the local community, as the amusement park was an important source of entertainment and jobs.

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The closure of Durban Funworld is a reminder that even beloved attractions can succumb to the pressures of time. 

As the world continues to evolve and new forms of entertainment emerge, it’s important to appreciate and cherish the experiences that have been around for decades. 

Durban Funworld provided countless memories for generations of people - and its closure will be felt by many.

Mergan also had her say about her fondest memory about Durban's Funworld:

Two people riding together at Durban Funworld
Two people riding together at Durban Funworld/Facebook/@DurbanFunworld

In the wake of its closure, the future of the Durban Funworld site remains unclear. 

While its rides and attractions will likely be dismantled, its memory will live on in the people who experienced it. 

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It may be gone, but the joy and fun it provided will never be forgotten.

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