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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Eerie abandoned UK waterpark where slides are covered in mould and mice run free
Waterworld, a once-beloved family destination in Northern Ireland, now lies in ruins, with mice running around, as a TikToker captures the eerie scenes in a haunting video What was once a beloved family destination in Northern Ireland has now fallen into eerie abandonment. Waterworld, a leisure centre and bowling alley in Portrush, Co. Antrim, now lies in ruins, and its once lively halls are now home to mice and mould. TikToker Jamie Robinson, known for exploring abandoned locations across Northern Ireland, recently visited the derelict site, sharing haunting footage with his followers. Once packed with excited children and families, Waterworld now stands as a crumbling shell of its former self. In his video, the centre's iconic water slides, once bright and bustling, are now covered in mould and falling apart. The entire complex is derelict, yet scattered remnants of its former life remain — making the scene all the more unsettling. Inside the bowling alley, bowling balls still sit ready to roll, untouched since the day the centre shut down in February 2020. In the swimming pool area, a mouse can be seen darting across the tiles, a stark contrast to the joyful splashes that once filled the air. The sauna and other facilities also appear frozen in time, as though left behind in a hurry. The clips struck a nostalgic chord with viewers, many of whom recalled childhood memories at Waterworld. 'Was my fav place in Portrush,' one user commented. Another wrote: 'This makes me so sad! Such good memories as a wain at Waterworld. I used to love the fish tank at the entrance.' Others noted how intact parts of the centre still appear. 'Looks still in good nick,' said one, while another reminisced: 'Any rainy day, that's where ya went in Portrush.' Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council members have urged the council to focus on the sale of the site. At last month's Corporate Policy and Resources Committee meeting, DUP Alderman Mark Fielding asked for an update on the Portrush water play area, which has been lying vacant since its closure five years ago. He said: 'I think five years is a long time and I'm sure there are reasons why it hasn't been put on the market, but do we sell it in the open market or as an indoor water leisure facility? These are the questions that need to be asked. 'But at the minute it's sitting there, there's negative social media about it, with it being broken into and different things, so [is council] in a position where we can say we're going to sell it?' TikToker Jamie has also explored other notable abandoned sites across Ireland. One of his previous videos features Ostan Ghaoth Dobhair, a once-thriving hotel in Bunbeg, Donegal. Built in 1970 and located along the Wild Atlantic Way, the hotel was a regular retreat for manchester -united-fc> Manchester United legend George Best. Since its closure in 2015, the Ostan has slipped into disrepair, with rooms left fully furnished but overtaken by mould and creeping plants. The decay has given the former luxury spot a haunting, post-apocalyptic atmosphere, with paint peeling from the walls and nature slowly reclaiming the space.
Business Insider
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
RBC Capital Sticks to Its Buy Rating for Vesuvius (VSVS)
In a report released on May 20, Mark Fielding from RBC Capital maintained a Buy rating on Vesuvius (VSVS – Research Report), with a price target of p590.00. The company's shares closed yesterday at p364.80. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks straight to you inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter According to TipRanks, Fielding is ranked #442 out of 9519 analysts. In addition to RBC Capital, Vesuvius also received a Buy from Jefferies's Andrew Douglas in a report issued on May 16. However, on May 19, Barclays maintained a Sell rating on Vesuvius (LSE: VSVS). The company has a one-year high of p498.60 and a one-year low of p310.80. Currently, Vesuvius has an average volume of 602.3K. Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 7 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is neutral on the stock.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RBC double-upgrades Schneider Electric on more attractive valuation
-- RBC Capital Markets has double-upgraded Schneider Electric (EPA:SCHN) to Outperform from Underperform, a move driven by recent stock underperformance that has led to more attractive valuation levels. Shares in Schneider Electric underperformed their sector group by roughly 15% and by 12% against the European Electrical peer average, while at the same time, the company's earnings per share (EPS) momentum has turned positive. 'The result is a more attractive investment proposition for a company with a track record of above-peer organic growth that we expect to continue, supported by the electrification/datacenter mix in the portfolio,' RBC analysts led by Mark Fielding said in a note. Following the recent underperformance, the company's stock is now trading at a discount compared to its peers, with a 2025 estimated enterprise value to earnings before interest, taxes, and amortization (EV/EBITA) multiple of approximately 17x, below the peer average of 18x. RBC analysts suggest that a multiple in line with peer Eaton Corporation's (NYSE:ETN) 20x could support a valuation of €275 per share. Combining this with a discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis of €265 per share, RBC Capital has raised its price target for Schneider Electric from €225 to €270. Schneider Electric has consistently outperformed its European electrical peers in organic growth over the past five years, with a rate of 7.4% compared to the peer average of 5.4%. RBC expects this trend to continue, with an 8% annual growth forecast over the next two years. The company's Energy Management division, which makes up 82% of group sales, has been a significant driver of this growth. Furthermore, Schneider Electric is poised to benefit from the expanding data center market. While data centers are projected to account for around 20% of the company's 2025 estimated sales, the demand for equipment in this sector is on the rise. RBC's tracker of capital expenditures by hyperscale data center operators shows a 30% increase over the last six months. Related Articles RBC double-upgrades Schneider Electric on more attractive valuation SK On to supply batteries for Nissan's US electric vehicles from 2028 Knaus Tabbert stock rises despite revenue miss Sign in to access your portfolio
