I need a phrase for an elderly British gent to use (London, modern-day). A spaceship flew over the park and abducted him and his wife, along with a bunch of other people. I'd like him to describe it in an amusing way, trying to make light of a scary situation. Right now, I've got him saying it scooped them up, but that isn't very descriptive or amusing. I'd love for it to sound distinctly British.
Any ideas?
Any ideas?