A giant waterslide is set to be built in the centre of Gallows Corner roundabout as part of new improvement works.
The proposed new flume – nicknamed the Romford Barbie – will be hot pink, to stand out from the grey of the flyover, and will follow a corkscrew shape.
Aiming to bring tourists into Romford from across the world, the slide will stand at 80 metres tall – breaking the record for the tallest waterslide in Europe.
To access the waterslide, thrill seekers will need to climb up one of five rope bridges, extending at a sharp diagonal from next to each each junction of the roundabout into the centre.
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These bridges will also be hot pink.
The trees currently in the centre of the roundabout will be removed and the green space hollowed out to create a deep splash pool.
Walt R. Slide, head of flume manufacturer Fun Only On Long Slides (FOOLS), said: “We at FOOLS are super excited to take this proposal to the next level – this news is going to make a splash!
“It will boost the local economy by bringing in water slide enthusiasts from across the world, and brighten up the town.”
It will cost tourists £100 per go to slide down the ‘Romford Barbie’ – but those who live in Havering can go free.
Asked if the construction of the flume will impact motorists, Mr Slide said: “We have only planned for very minor closures of Gallows Corner and the surrounding roads to facilitate the construction of Barbie.
“Gallows Corner will need to be shut for five years, while Main Road will need to be closed up to the ring road for a further two years.
“We hope that free rides on a giant pink waterslide will be enough to alleviate any inconvenience this causes.”
Construction will begin on February 30, 2050.
