They say life can be like a rollercoaster, but for Richard Drummond and his family, it is a ride that has lasted for three generations. Richard, his dad and his two sons have all worked at Oakwood Theme Park, in Pembrokeshire, over the last 30 years.

Oakwood Theme Park, in Pembrokeshire, west Wales, announced on Tuesday that it will shut immediately after nearly 40 years

The sudden closure of Oakwood Theme Park has been debated at the Senedd this week, with Pembrokeshire politicians putting forward their fears that they hope the news won’t be a precursor to the ‘decline in tourism attractions’ across Wales.

A petition has been launched highlighting the "opportunity to draft a plan for Oakwood’s revival" during a consultation period

Spanish firm Aspro Parks, which operated Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire, said it was sad to close "a much-loved destination for generations and a rite of passage for many young visitors".

Despite investing over £25m since saving the park from closure in 2008, the firm has been unable to sustain operations

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The closure of Oakwood Theme Park has been announced today, but after reporter Taite Johnson visited last summer, she's not at all surprised by the news.