Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Historic seaside amusement park with over 125 years of thrills, featuring iconic coasters like The Big One, ICON, and the world-famous Grand National.
Data last verified on 19 January 2025. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 30
- No Restrictions:
- 3
- Adult Price:
- £44
- Child Price:
- £39
- Parking:
- £10
- Updated:
- 19 January 2025
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Rides by Height Requirement
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Ride Name | Type | Height Requirement | Intensity | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alice in Wonderland Classic dark ride through Wonderland scenes. | Dark Ride | 117cm alone | Gentle | 3:00 |
Avalanche UK's only bobsled coaster - authentic Olympic bobsled experience. | Coaster | 112cm with adult 132cm alone | High | 2:00 |
Avatar Airbender Spinning thrill ride themed to Avatar: The Last Airbender. | Thrill | 120cm alone | High | 2:00 |
Backyardigans Pirate Treasure Pirate themed family ride in Nickelodeon Land. | Family | 120cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Big Dipper Classic wooden coaster dating back to 1923 - a park legend. | Coaster | 117cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
Bikini Bottom Bus Tour Gentle tour ride through Bikini Bottom. | Family | 105cm alone | Gentle | 2:00 |
Blue Flyer Gentle wooden coaster perfect for young children's first coaster experience. | Coaster | 117cm alone | Low | 1:15 |
Derby Racer Historic carousel-style racing horses ride from 1930. | Family | 117cm with adult 132cm alone | Medium | 2:00 |
Diego's Rainforest Rescue Gentle swing ride themed to Go Diego Go. | Family | 120cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Dora's World Voyage Boat ride featuring Dora the Explorer. | Family | 120cm alone | Gentle | 2:00 |
Fairy World Taxi Spin Spinning taxi ride themed to Fairly OddParents. | Family | 120cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Flying Machines Classic Sir Hiram Maxim's flying machine ride from 1904. | Family | 117cm alone | Gentle | 2:00 |
Ghost Train Traditional ghost train with spooky surprises. | Dark Ride | 117cm alone | Low | 3:00 |
Grand National Britain's only surviving twin-track racing coaster. Classic wooden coaster experience. | Coaster | 140cm alone | Extreme | 2:30 |
ICON UK's first double launch coaster - smooth, fast, and incredibly re-rideable with 15 airtime moments. | Coaster | 130cm alone | Extreme | 2:00 |
Impossible Interactive dark ride adventure with special effects. | Dark Ride | 132cm alone | Medium | 3:00 |
Infusion Inverted coaster that loops and corkscrews entirely over water. | Coaster | 132cm alone Max 200cm | Extreme | 1:30 |
Krusty Krab Order Up Spinning flat ride themed to SpongeBob's workplace. | Family | 92cm with adult 107cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Launch Pad Shot tower launching riders 210ft in the air at over 80mph. | Drop Tower | 132cm alone | Extreme | 0:45 |
Nickelodeon Streak Family-friendly wooden coaster in Nickelodeon Land. | Coaster | 117cm alone | Medium | 1:30 |
Pleasure Beach Express Train ride around the park perimeter. | Family | 117cm alone | Gentle | 5:00 |
Revolution Classic sit-down looping coaster with inversions. | Coaster | 127cm alone | High | 1:30 |
River Caves Classic boat ride through illuminated caves - a park tradition. | Dark Ride | 132cm alone | Gentle | 4:00 |
Rugrats Lost River Family log flume in Nickelodeon Land. | Water | 132cm alone | Medium | 3:00 |
SpongeBob's Splash Bash SpongeBob themed spinning ride for young children. | Family | 95cm with adult 132cm alone | Gentle | 1:30 |
Steeplechase Racing horse-back coaster where you sit astride the track. | Coaster | 127cm alone | Medium | 1:30 |
The Big One Iconic 235ft hypercoaster with speeds up to 85mph and stunning views of Blackpool. | Coaster | 132cm alone | Extreme | 2:30 |
Valhalla Voted world's best water ride multiple times. Indoor/outdoor journey through fire and ice - you will get soaked! | Water | 130cm alone | High | 6:00 |
Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-o-Matic Family dark ride through Wallace's wacky inventions. | Dark Ride | 90cm with adult 117cm alone | Gentle | 4:00 |
Wonderpets Big Circus Bounce Gentle bouncing ride for the youngest visitors. | Family | 90cm alone | Gentle | 1:00 |
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a historic seaside amusement park with over 125 years of entertainment. It offers an excellent mix of family rides and world-class coasters, making it suitable for all ages from toddlers to thrill-seeking adults.
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Park Highlights
Dedicated children's area featuring SpongeBob, Dora, and PAW Patrol themed rides. Perfect for younger visitors with many rides starting at 90-105cm.
Nickelodeon Land
Dedicated children's area featuring SpongeBob, Dora, and PAW Patrol themed rides. Perfect for younger visitors with many rides starting at 90-105cm.
Thrill Coasters
- ICON - UK's first double launch coaster
- The Big One - Iconic 235ft hypercoaster
- Grand National - Classic twin-track racing coaster
Height Strategy
Height Breakdown
Some gentle attractions for all:
No Height Restriction (3 Rides)
Some gentle attractions for all:
- Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-o-Matic (90cm with adult)
- Selected gentle rides
90-110cm (9 Rides)
Nickelodeon Land comes alive:
- Wonderpets Big Circus Bounce (90cm)
- SpongeBob's Splash Bash (95cm with adult)
- Bikini Bottom Bus Tour (105cm)
- Krusty Krab Order Up (92cm with adult)
110-130cm (13 Rides)
Family coasters and classics:
- Blue Flyer (117cm) - Perfect first coaster
- Nickelodeon Streak (117cm)
- Big Dipper (117cm)
- Ghost Train (117cm)
- Avatar Airbender (120cm)
Thrill Rides (130cm+)
Where the legends live:
- ICON (130cm) - Double launch coaster
- The Big One (132cm) - 235ft drop at 85mph
- Valhalla (130cm) - World's best water ride
- Infusion (132cm) - Over-water coaster
- Grand National (140cm) - Racing wooden coaster
Planning Tips
Best For
- Toddlers (under 90cm): Good options in Nickelodeon Land with adult accompaniment
- Young Children (90-110cm): Excellent - Nickelodeon Land has plenty
- Older Children (110-130cm): Great variety of family coasters
- Teenagers/Adults (130cm+): World-class coaster collection
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Unique Experiences
Voted world's best water ride multiple times. Indoor/outdoor dark ride with fire, water, and surprises. You WILL get soaked - ponchos essential!
Valhalla
Voted world's best water ride multiple times. Indoor/outdoor dark ride with fire, water, and surprises. You WILL get soaked - ponchos essential!
The Big One
One of Britain's tallest and fastest coasters. 235ft tall with views across Blackpool and the Irish Sea.
ICON
UK's first double launch coaster - smooth, fast, and re-rideable.
Planning Tips
Top Tips for Visitors
- Speedy Pass - Skip queues on busy days (essential for summer weekends)
- Arrive early - Big One and ICON have longest queues
- Bring ponchos - Valhalla and Infusion will drench you
- Unlimited Ride Wristband - Best value for all-day riding
- Check opening times - Evening events often extend hours
Planning Tips
Best Times to Visit
Quietest: Weekdays in May and September Busiest: School holidays, sunny summer weekends Events: Festival Beach (summer), Hot Ice Show
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Facilities
- Food options - Multiple restaurants and snack bars
- Nickelodeon Store - Character merchandise
- Baby care - Changing facilities available
- Lockers - Near major coasters
- Photo points - On-ride photos on major attractions
On the Ground
Getting There
By Car: M55 Junction 4, follow signs (parking £10-15) By Train: Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station (direct platform access) By Tram: Pleasure Beach stop on Blackpool Tramway
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Age Recommendations
- Under 5 years: Nickelodeon Land perfect for this age
- 5-8 years (100-120cm): Plenty to enjoy including first coasters
- 8-12 years (120-140cm): Most of the park accessible
- 12+ years (140cm+): Full access including Grand National
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Money-Saving Tips
- Book online for discounted entry
- Unlimited Ride Wristband vs pay-per-ride depends on visit length
- Look for Speedy Pass combo deals
- Under 3s free entry
- Merlin Annual Pass includes entry