Overview

• On Friday evening, the Apollo 13 swing ride at Boardmasters jammed at its apex, leaving up to four riders suspended upside-down for about 20 minutes.
• The attraction’s automatic safety halt triggered after a temporary power loss and operators evacuated participants from the lower end while others remained inverted.
• Festival organizers say no guests were at risk and restored normal operation only after completing a full mechanical and electrical inspection.
• A TikTok video of the incident has been viewed more than 500 times, sparking public concern over fairground maintenance procedures.
• The malfunction follows several high-profile ride failures this summer, increasing calls for stricter regulatory oversight.