By Q Radio news
There's confusion this evening about the future of Barry's amusements in Portrush.
It's been reported the site has been bought by developer Michael Herbert - but the owners say they're not making any comment.
Estate agent Philip Tweedie told Q Radio he too could not comment.
It's understood the two acre site is to be sold for housing and not as a going concern.
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Mr. Herbert is one of Northern Ireland's richest men having sold his Kentucky Fried Chicken franchise for an undisclosed sum last year.
The popular tourist attraction has been trading from the seaside town for 93 years.
The Trufelli family said the decision to sell followed 'significant and emotional consideration over a prolonged period' and that they 'can no longer give the considerable commitment required to effectively manage the business.'
Business advisory firm Grant Thornton was appointed to find a buyer.
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