The Raging River water ride as well as the Mine Train roller coaster and The Abyss drop tower will be retired on September 1 after thrilling riders for more than 20 years.

The rides - especially Raging River, launched in 1984 - carry the memory of a few generations and have finished their historical mission, according to Ocean Park operators.

Citizens with raincoats and umbrellas queued up for the rides this afternoon, saying they found it a pity that they should close.

“The next generation won't have the same experience anymore,” one said.