I was born and raised in Toronto and in two days I will be taking my grandson to Centreville. Can’t wait to take my grandson to somewhere I spent a lot of time as a child.
for those who don't know Jack Layton was a well respected and known politician who died in 2011. I met him once he came to science center in my hometown when I worked there. he was very nice.
I love Toronto it is a cool city. Growing up in Metro Detroit I used to travel Windsor and take a train to Toronto and do long weekend using vacation time. A lot of hotels in Toronto would run weekend special to draw in tourists from the US. Absolutely loved it.
In case no one else pointed this out, on a historical note from the haunted barrel ride, at frame 23:45 pointed out by Jacob as the pirate, this is "Bucket Head" the pirate and any of you who are older than 60 might have known this pirate originated at Freedom Land then relocated to Cedar Point's "Pirate Ride" from 1966 to about 1996. Although I only remember Bucket Head from past Cedar Point days in the 1970's. It was a sad day when the pirate ride was removed. This was the one thing that kept me coming back to cedar point, that and the Earthquake ride and the Wild Cat. Now they have no more dark rides which i love too. Must be this park purchased it after it was removed from the Cedar Point. If memory serves me this was animatronic pirate that sat adorned atop of the facade of the building next to the cannons behind a glass shed in front of the ride entrance. He would sit as he showed you his left hand raise the barrel top where nothing appeared, then raised the right-hand barrel top showing a head of drunk pirate coming up for air and this action would alternate from barrel to barrel. At Cedar Point back in the day the loud cannons sounds use to go off every 15 minutes and big splashes could be seen the water where the front of the ship "Black Raven" sat in front of ride entrance also. Another animatronic pirate could be seen high in the crow's nest as he peers into the telescope. I often wonder what happens to these dark rides once they remove them? By the way the company that made the pirate ride was the Arrow Development Company.
The haunted barrel works is one of the last intact funni-frite dark rides, such a memorable part of my childhood and an incredible piece of amusement park history. It’s been damaged by flooding on several occasions but they’ve done a pretty good job at keeping it alive. So glad you got to ride it!!
Those Ferry boats date back to the late 1800's. Next time you come back to the Island, you should go to Wards Island, walk to Center Island and Hanlan's Point, all 3 islands are connected, there are island homes and a real haunted light house dating back to the early 1800's with an interesting murder mystery (involving the light-house keeper). Also there is an airport, and the site of Toronto's old baseball stadium, where Babe Ruth hit his first home run, the ball landed in Lake Ontario and is still there. Lots of history!!
former worker here, it really is a great place to visit during the summer. Lot of food choices, lot of places to just relax in the sun. The beach is almost always full of people and then there are rides in the park itself. It's a small park due to the fact that it's on an island so there aren't too many rides, but it's perfect for a nice family day out. Also, ferry rides in the harbour make for fantastic photo opportunities. All in all, it's definitely worth checking out whenever you're in the city.
I came across this video after looking for more about Centerville as it was my favourite place as a kid. I absolutely love your enthusiasm and attitude and I thoroughly enjoyed this video!! Youve earned yourself another subscriber!!
One of the attractions that never amazes me is the Newport Aquarium, they have a bridge where you can walk over sharks. The best part about the Aquarium is that it is all inside and cold
I remember always going to Centerville during school trips in elementary school. And back then we would always go when it would first open. I would spend the whole day just on the scrambler, haunted barrel ride and feeding the animals at the farm/petting zoo. Oh the memories.
What a neat Amusement park, complete with a petting zoo with cute cats, and a dark ride that really is a "barrel of laughs" (plus getting there is a journey all on it's own). You have a knack of finding cool attractions, Jacob.
There used to be lots of those art moose’s in Toronto there’s only a few left. Organizations would buy a blank moose and someone or a group would decorate them and some were sold for charity. Loads of them were vandalized and taken down.
I went to the island along with the original Ontario Place back in grade school, glad you had a fun time and enjoy the other attractions you have planned to experience while here in Ontario!
Thank you Jacob..off the subject of this particular park. I finally was able to visit Kennywood. Thanks to you. I really enjoyed it. What a beautiful place, and the Old Mill ride is a classic. So now I will eventually to get this Park as well. All because of you. ❤
Hey Jacob! My husband and I were the ones who sent you the original cameo request asking you to go to centreville (which then you had never heard of) this was SUCH a treat to watch you experience! We are glad you had a great time! Next time check out where Babe Ruth had his first home run on the island!
Thank you for posting this wonderful video! I try to go to Centreville every year, but couldn't go this year. I was able to vicariously visit Centreville by watching your video💖💖
Ooo also in Port Dalhousie, ontario is a pretty cool old carousel originally carved between 1898 and 1905 it one of only two Kermer carousels left in operation pretty cool if your looking for more carousels to check out !!! Love you’re videos keep ‘em coming The other kermer carousel is in Knoebels !
Ugh, watching the Ferris wheel go brings back flashbacks and tummy upset. Still haven’t been on a faster Ferris wheel than the one on Centre Island! Also, Quay is pronounced Key here in Toronto! Xx
Marriotts Great America parks (today a Six Flags and Cedar Fair property respectively) both have stunning ornate double deck carousels. Also it was cool to see tiny portable double deckers at several east coast pier parks about a decade ago. Kind is a rarity in the US. Places like Jenkinsons, Ocean City, Trimpers etc maybe Coney Island too can’t remember. Not sure of the make but I think they are more common overseas.
The Toronto Islands cost the citizens of the city a fortune each year to keep it up and running...and the residents of the island barely pay anything! And then they bitch and complain about it all! Carpetbagger should have checked out the Nude Beach over there though! Might have gotten his $50 bucks worth!
The bell phone booth got my eye I have believe it or not a minnie pay phone installed in the house , Yes it does work lol. That was breath taking the amusement park being on an island how very very wonderful!!! keep doing what you do!!! As always nuttin but love loves for your channel
'Queens Quay (Key or Kee) West', the Toronto Islands believe it not were created by a massive and severe storm on Lake Ontario in the 19th century. The very small island chain was laid bare by the receding waters thereafter. 'Centreville' is a property of the City of Toronto and it always has been since its creation in 1967, the centennial year of Canada. The 'Haunted Barrel Works' has remained largely the same since it was built in 1970 by the Beasley Family Amusements Company. I rode it for the first time in 1975, and the Buffer-Boats were part of 'Ontario Place' (another abandoned Toronto attraction) just a short-swim south-west of Centreville. The Toronto Islands are a very peaceful place to escape to in the off-tourist season for people who live in the city. Thanks for the great Toronto-Canadiana video.
I luv amusement parks, thanks for sharing, these make me smile. 😊😊! Keep up the great work. ❤. And it makes me appreciate them more, especially the ones I grew up with that are no longer around.😮😮
If you’re still in the GTA, there a very different carousel in Markham. It’s called the Pride of Canada carousel. It’s about a half an hour drive east of wonderland.
Yay! You are in my town. Centreville was special for me as a kid, and now again as a parent. The haunted barrelworks is a treasure. Thanks for visiting!
You gone to Centerville ! Also welcome back to my home city of Toronto Ontario Canada You know I never been to centerview. I've been to Canada's wonderland but never centerview
GREAT job Jacob 👍! Love the carousels and dark rides! Really cool to see how difficult it was to get to Centreville Park for an out-of-town tourist. Thank you!
Jacob filmed two Haunted Barrel Works rides but I am confident he rode it several more times (how many more times, Jacob?) because there is seldom a line up there partly because it is a bit scary for young kids and partly because it is kind of tucked away and not always seen by guests as an actual ride.
I feel like the Ferris Wheel and the Carosel was flyinggggggg… faster than I have normally seen. Lol
I was born and raised in Toronto and in two days I will be taking my grandson to Centreville. Can’t wait to take my grandson to somewhere I spent a lot of time as a child.
The indoor scrambler ride with all the flashy lights in Centreville was featured in the movie 'Take This Waltz', in a memorable scene.
Seems like the carousel 🎠 and ferris wheel 🎡 are running rather fast, not the usual leisurely rides.
My goal is to start traveling and documenting like you, Jacob. It’s my dream. I may be 55 when it happens, but I’m gonna make it happen. 😎
Honestly, the most amazing thing to me was that phone booth. I can't remember the last time I saw a pay phone, let alone a full phone booth.
I grew up going here ❤ the haunted barrel ride had me shook as a kid
Love that you took us here fun place to have with your kids love it Thankyou Jacob ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I love the scrambler❤❤❤❤
@@unicorn063 the scrambler is the best!! Took my child a couple times this year.
for those who don't know Jack Layton was a well respected and known politician who died in 2011. I met him once he came to science center in my hometown when I worked there. he was very nice.
The spinning bears should be called “Midsommar the Ride”
Nice!
Definitely consider making a trip to Europe at some point. We've got more amusement parks and dark rides for you to see.
I love Toronto it is a cool city. Growing up in Metro Detroit I used to travel Windsor and take a train to Toronto and do long weekend using vacation time. A lot of hotels in Toronto would run weekend special to draw in tourists from the US. Absolutely loved it.
I really like when you use the slow motion option on some of the rides
In case no one else pointed this out, on a historical note from the haunted barrel ride, at frame 23:45 pointed out by Jacob as the pirate, this is "Bucket Head" the pirate and any of you who are older than 60 might have known this pirate originated at Freedom Land then relocated to Cedar Point's "Pirate Ride" from 1966 to about 1996. Although I only remember Bucket Head from past Cedar Point days in the 1970's. It was a sad day when the pirate ride was removed. This was the one thing that kept me coming back to cedar point, that and the Earthquake ride and the Wild Cat. Now they have no more dark rides which i love too. Must be this park purchased it after it was removed from the Cedar Point. If memory serves me this was animatronic pirate that sat adorned atop of the facade of the building next to the cannons behind a glass shed in front of the ride entrance. He would sit as he showed you his left hand raise the barrel top where nothing appeared, then raised the right-hand barrel top showing a head of drunk pirate coming up for air and this action would alternate from barrel to barrel. At Cedar Point back in the day the loud cannons sounds use to go off every 15 minutes and big splashes could be seen the water where the front of the ship "Black Raven" sat in front of ride entrance also. Another animatronic pirate could be seen high in the crow's nest as he peers into the telescope. I often wonder what happens to these dark rides once they remove them? By the way the company that made the pirate ride was the Arrow Development Company.
The haunted barrel works is one of the last intact funni-frite dark rides, such a memorable part of my childhood and an incredible piece of amusement park history. It’s been damaged by flooding on several occasions but they’ve done a pretty good job at keeping it alive. So glad you got to ride it!!
Good Lord those rides will send you flying off... They go so fast!!!😂
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Those Ferry boats date back to the late 1800's. Next time you come back to the Island, you should go to Wards Island, walk to Center Island and Hanlan's Point, all 3 islands are connected, there are island homes and a real haunted light house dating back to the early 1800's with an interesting murder mystery (involving the light-house keeper). Also there is an airport, and the site of Toronto's old baseball stadium, where Babe Ruth hit his first home run, the ball landed in Lake Ontario and is still there. Lots of history!!
former worker here,
it really is a great place to visit during the summer. Lot of food choices, lot of places to just relax in the sun.
The beach is almost always full of people and then there are rides in the park itself. It's a small park due to the fact that it's on an island so there aren't too many rides, but it's perfect for a nice family day out. Also, ferry rides in the harbour make for fantastic photo opportunities. All in all, it's definitely worth checking out whenever you're in the city.
Park reminds me of knoebels Grove in Pennsylvania. Very kid friendly oriented, no big rides, really.
Carpetbagger, Canada is a trip. I gotta make it there at least once. I tried to but got turned around at the border. Thanks for Goin LIVE last night.
I came across this video after looking for more about Centerville as it was my favourite place as a kid. I absolutely love your enthusiasm and attitude and I thoroughly enjoyed this video!! Youve earned yourself another subscriber!!
One of the attractions that never amazes me is the Newport Aquarium, they have a bridge where you can walk over sharks. The best part about the Aquarium is that it is all inside and cold
Carpetbagger goes to some really really awesome spots
I remember always going to Centerville during school trips in elementary school. And back then we would always go when it would first open. I would spend the whole day just on the scrambler, haunted barrel ride and feeding the animals at the farm/petting zoo. Oh the memories.
That Dark Ride looked Awesome!
What a neat Amusement park, complete with a petting zoo with cute cats, and a dark ride that really is a "barrel of laughs" (plus getting there is a journey all on it's own). You have a knack of finding cool attractions, Jacob.
The scrambler is my favorite ride ever lol
Enjoyed replay thanks for sharing your channel with us 😊❤😊❤😊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
There used to be lots of those art moose’s in Toronto there’s only a few left. Organizations would buy a blank moose and someone or a group would decorate them and some were sold for charity. Loads of them were vandalized and taken down.
I can sense Jacob’s tension rising as people pile into that boat! 😂
I need a carpetbagger dark ride compilation video!
That is the cutest amusement park! The carousel is gorgeous! I love the different animals to ride.
I love to ride on the cats on the carousel!
That one rollercoaster is for kids it doesn't go to fast and its low looking, only carpetbagger will be in it lol😂 hes a kid himself.
Fabulous! The kids still own the joint.
1:22 Stricker's Grove in Ohio is also fairly difficult as they only have 4 public operating days, but a ferry connection does hinder things a bit
I love seeing Jacob go on the log flumes there my favorite RUclips videos.
I went to the island along with the original Ontario Place back in grade school, glad you had a fun time and enjoy the other attractions you have planned to experience while here in Ontario!
Good morning 🌞 Jacob 😊 your rollercoaster rides are legendary so are your screams 😮 lol thanks for sharing. You have fun my friend.✌️👍🤓
Hi Jacob 🙋🏽. I wish I could go from state to state just having fun ‼️👍🏽👍🏽😃
Awesome sky ride and views in this park and a beautiful carousel
Yay! Jabob is back in the Great White North! Centreville dark ride was memorable as a kid, adult and grandfather! :)
Thank you Jacob..off the subject of this particular park. I finally was able to visit Kennywood. Thanks to you. I really enjoyed it. What a beautiful place, and the Old Mill ride is a classic. So now I will eventually to get this Park as well. All because of you. ❤
Jacob you need to come back to Bushkill Park They just got a new Carousel Just opened on July 2
Fun day for all
Love loved the park and the Toronto skyline is just beautiful!!What a great video and only you could get so excited to see a working phone booth,lol
Hey Jacob! My husband and I were the ones who sent you the original cameo request asking you to go to centreville (which then you had never heard of) this was SUCH a treat to watch you experience! We are glad you had a great time! Next time check out where Babe Ruth had his first home run on the island!
Yes!!!! Absolutely, that’s where I learned about Centreville!
Thank you for posting this wonderful video! I try to go to Centreville every year, but couldn't go this year. I was able to vicariously visit Centreville by watching your video💖💖
Ooo also in Port Dalhousie, ontario is a pretty cool old carousel originally carved between 1898 and 1905 it one of only two Kermer carousels left in operation pretty cool if your looking for more carousels to check out !!! Love you’re videos keep ‘em coming The other kermer carousel is in Knoebels !
Ugh, watching the Ferris wheel go brings back flashbacks and tummy upset. Still haven’t been on a faster Ferris wheel than the one on Centre Island! Also, Quay is pronounced Key here in Toronto! Xx
Quay is actually pronounced "Kee" according to google. Your thumbnails always make me laugh. Hope you have a great day Jacob! 😁😁
I first came across the word quay in Sydney, Australia, and was told it was pronounced "kay".
@@fixpacifica Cool @fixpacifca!
Here in England we pronounce it kee (the same as key).
Then by the logic of pronunciation Queen should be pronounced Qeen.
Toronontion here. It's pronounced "key".
You didn’t know mummys sounded like chickens? Dang, Scooby Doo out here foolin everyone.
Jacob…I think it’s finally time to explore Alaska and Hawaii!
I was there last month with my brother and his family! We all had a blast
Looks like an old school amusement park made on Rollercoaster Tycoon
It's Lil' Sebastian!!!
Marriotts Great America parks (today a Six Flags and Cedar Fair property respectively) both have stunning ornate double deck carousels. Also it was cool to see tiny portable double deckers at several east coast pier parks about a decade ago. Kind is a rarity in the US. Places like Jenkinsons, Ocean City, Trimpers etc maybe Coney Island too can’t remember. Not sure of the make but I think they are more common overseas.
Good morning. 😊 I love your new hat. 😊
Love the old school parks!
Queens Quay is pronounced "Queens Key". Also the second "T" in Toronto is silent 😊. I'm glad you're back in Toronto, Jacob!
That looks like fun!👍👍
Good to see the locals keeping their small park alive.
The Toronto Islands cost the citizens of the city a fortune each year to keep it up and running...and the residents of the island barely pay anything! And then they bitch and complain about it all!
Carpetbagger should have checked out the Nude Beach over there though! Might have gotten his $50 bucks worth!
The bell phone booth got my eye I have believe it or not a minnie pay phone installed in the house , Yes it does work lol. That was breath taking the amusement park being on an island how very very wonderful!!! keep doing what you do!!! As always nuttin but love loves for your channel
Thank-you for doing this! I'm housebound now. I miss going to the the islands.
'Queens Quay (Key or Kee) West', the Toronto Islands believe it not were created by a massive and severe storm on Lake Ontario in the 19th century. The very small island chain was laid bare by the receding waters thereafter. 'Centreville' is a property of the City of Toronto and it always has been since its creation in 1967, the centennial year of Canada. The 'Haunted Barrel Works' has remained largely the same since it was built in 1970 by the Beasley Family Amusements Company. I rode it for the first time in 1975, and the Buffer-Boats were part of 'Ontario Place' (another abandoned Toronto attraction) just a short-swim south-west of Centreville. The Toronto Islands are a very peaceful place to escape to in the off-tourist season for people who live in the city. Thanks for the great Toronto-Canadiana video.
Thank you
I love seeing your bright red crocs Jacob!
That was a fun park although a pricey day over all when you are not local and thanks for sharing it
I've never seen an inside Dark Scrambler before....that was crazy
It's pretty trippy to ride. Loads of fun.
Thanks, Jake, for a great view!
Have you considered visiting Europe? It’s home of some awesome dark rides.
Loved seeing the barn cats they are so cute!
I luv amusement parks, thanks for sharing, these make me smile. 😊😊! Keep up the great work. ❤. And it makes me appreciate them more, especially the ones I grew up with that are no longer around.😮😮
If you’re still in the GTA, there a very different carousel in Markham. It’s called the Pride of Canada carousel. It’s about a half an hour drive east of wonderland.
Just found this channel yesterday I love it thanx carpetbagger
Toronto is a nice city. Great park.
Hope you got to ride the bumper cars, those are some of the best ones around.
Toronto is a busy place, but lots to do. We were just there last week.
Love the old 1906 Merry go round and the petting zoo.
Burlington, NC and Raleigh, NC both have operational Dentzel Carousels. Come visit when you can!
Yay! You are in my town. Centreville was special for me as a kid, and now again as a parent. The haunted barrelworks is a treasure. Thanks for visiting!
That statue of the guy on a two seater bike has got to be the coolest statue I've ever seen.
Welcome back to canada my. Friend
I love how you can track down these lesser-known dark rides. "Chicken noises with the mummy?" haha
Always love it when you come to Canada!
This is awesome!
You gone to Centerville ! Also welcome back to my home city of Toronto Ontario Canada
You know I never been to centerview. I've been to Canada's wonderland but never centerview
Thanks for sharing, this looks like great fun
Kermit Fogg is definitely my favorite.
Thanks again for your videos. 😊
Awesome video as always Jacob be safe out there and safe travels
I used to always get stuck out in those bumper boats and needed to get retrieve by the ride attendant.
Bronx Zoo has an all bug merry go round!!!!
GREAT job Jacob 👍! Love the carousels and dark rides! Really cool to see how difficult it was to get to Centreville Park for an out-of-town tourist. Thank you!
You are really pumping out the content. Good for you! I loved the time my mom took us to Centerville. I am glad you showed it :)
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I have an aunt who lives in Toronto!
love when you come up to Ontario
i never went to toronto before but i will visit there for my first time
but i will go to an aquarium.
Jacob filmed two Haunted Barrel Works rides but I am confident he rode it several more times (how many more times, Jacob?) because there is seldom a line up there partly because it is a bit scary for young kids and partly because it is kind of tucked away and not always seen by guests as an actual ride.
Great video
I remember going there as a kid but when I was little is was called Toronto Center Island I believe.