Guests on Blackpool's Big One had to be rescued from near the top of the 214ft roller coaster when the ride was suddenly halted due to strong winds.

Thrillseekers found themselves stranded just feet away from the summit after operators stopped the ride during its epic climb up the lift hill on Tuesday (April 11).

The Big One was stopped in its tracks seconds before reaching its first stomach-churning drop and park staff had to scale the ride on foot to reach those onboard.

Guests had to grip the handrails and battle with jelly legs as staff guided them down the emergency stairs – over 400 steps – to safety.