Lancashire, United Kingdom
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.
Park Highlights
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
Recent Additions
Launch Pad (Reborn)
The former Ice Blast has been reimagined as Launch Pad with enhanced theming while keeping the thrilling 210ft shot tower experience at over 80mph. 132cm minimum.
River Caves (Reimagined)
After a yearlong closure, this 1905 park classic has been fully refurbished with new scenes and lighting. A Blackpool tradition reborn for a new generation. 132cm minimum.
Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-o-Matic (Updated)
New scenes added from the BAFTA award-winning film Vengeance Most Fowl! 90cm with adult, 117cm alone.
Added in 2026: Aviktas
An £8.72 million Gyro Swing standing 138 feet tall, which opened in May 2026 as the UK's tallest of its kind.
Height Breakdown
90-100cm (4 Rides)
Nickelodeon Land for the littlest visitors:
- Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-o-Matic (90cm with adult)
- Wonderpets Big Circus Bounce (90cm)
- Krusty Krab Order Up (92cm with adult)
- SpongeBob's Splash Bash (95cm with adult)
100-110cm (1 Ride)
- Bikini Bottom Bus Tour (105cm)
110-120cm (9 Rides)
Family coasters and classics:
- Blue Flyer (117cm) - Perfect first coaster
- Nickelodeon Streak (117cm)
- Big Dipper (117cm)
- Ghost Train (117cm)
- Alice in Wonderland (117cm)
- Flying Machines (117cm)
- Pleasure Beach Express (117cm)
- Derby Racer (117cm with adult)
- Avalanche (112cm with adult)
120-130cm (7 Rides)
Bigger thrills open up:
- Avatar Airbender (120cm)
- Dora's World Voyage (120cm)
- Diego's Rainforest Rescue (120cm)
- Backyardigans Pirate Treasure (120cm)
- Fairy World Taxi Spin (120cm)
- Revolution (127cm)
- Steeplechase (127cm)
130-140cm (9 Rides)
Where the legends live:
- ICON (130cm) - Double launch coaster
- Valhalla (130cm) - World's best water ride
- Aviktas (130cm) - UK's tallest gyro swing (2026)
- The Big One (132cm) - 235ft hypercoaster
- Infusion (132cm) - Over-water coaster
- Launch Pad (132cm) - 210ft shot tower
- Impossible (132cm) - Interactive dark ride
- River Caves (132cm) - Classic boat ride
- Rugrats Lost River (132cm) - Log flume
140cm+ (1 Ride)
- Grand National (140cm) - Racing wooden coaster
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
Unique Experiences
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.
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
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- Weekdays in May and September
- Busiest
- School holidays, sunny summer weekends
- Events
- Festival Beach (summer), Hot Ice Show
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
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
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
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