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 30 August 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 31
- No Restrictions:
- 14
- Adult Price:
- £35
- Child Price:
- £25
- Parking:
- £10
- Updated:
- 30 August 2026
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👻 Alice in Wonderland Classic dark ride through Wonderland scenes. | Dark Ride | From 117cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Avalanche UK's only bobsled coaster - authentic Olympic bobsled experience. | Coaster | From 112cm with an adult From 132cm on their own | High |
⚡ Avatar Airbender Spinning thrill ride themed to Avatar: The Last Airbender. | Thrill | From 120cm on their own | High |
⚡ Aviktas Giant gyro swing standing 138ft (42m) tall - UK's tallest gyro swing, opened May 2026. Riders soar in a spinning gondola at full height. 130cm minimum. | Thrill | From 130cm on their own | High |
👨👩👧 Backyardigans Pirate Treasure Pirate themed family ride in Nickelodeon Land. | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Big Dipper Wooden coaster dating from 1923, a park legend. Currently closed — the park lists it under Closed Rides. Riders must be 1.17m. | Coaster | From 117cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 Bikini Bottom Bus Tour Gentle tour ride through Bikini Bottom. | Family | From 105cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Blue Flyer Gentle wooden coaster perfect for young children's first coaster experience. | Coaster | From 117cm on their own | Low |
👨👩👧 Derby Racer Historic carousel-style racing horses ride from 1930. | Family | From 117cm with an adult From 132cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 Diego's Rainforest Rescue Gentle swing ride themed to Go Diego Go. | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Dora's World Voyage Boat ride featuring Dora the Explorer. | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Fairy World Taxi Spin Spinning taxi ride themed to Fairly OddParents. | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Flying Machines Classic Sir Hiram Maxim's flying machine ride from 1904. | Family | From 117cm on their own | Gentle |
👻 Ghost Train Traditional ghost train with spooky surprises. | Dark Ride | From 117cm on their own | Low |
🎢 Grand National Britain's only surviving twin-track racing coaster. Classic wooden coaster experience. | Coaster | From 140cm on their own | Extreme |
🎢 ICON UK's first double launch coaster - smooth, fast, and incredibly re-rideable with 15 airtime moments. | Coaster | From 130cm on their own | Extreme |
👻 Impossible Interactive dark ride adventure with special effects. | Dark Ride | From 132cm on their own | Medium |
🎢 Infusion Inverted coaster that loops and corkscrews entirely over water. | Coaster | From 132cm on their own Maximum 200cm | Extreme |
👨👩👧 Krusty Krab Order Up Spinning flat ride themed to SpongeBob's workplace. | Family | From 92cm with an adult From 107cm on their own | Gentle |
⚡ Launch Pad REBORN 2025! Formerly Ice Blast, now more thrilling and immersive. Shot tower launching riders 210ft in the air at over 80mph with enhanced theming. | Thrill | From 132cm on their own | Extreme |
🎢 Nickelodeon Streak Family-friendly wooden coaster in Nickelodeon Land. | Coaster | From 117cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 Pleasure Beach Express Train ride around the park perimeter. Currently closed — the park lists it under Closed Rides. 1.17m alone, any height with an adult. | Family | From 117cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Revolution Classic sit-down looping coaster with inversions. | Coaster | From 127cm on their own | High |
👻 River Caves Classic boat ride through illuminated caves, a park tradition since 1905. Currently closed — the park lists it as being re-imagined. Riders must be 1.32m alone, any height with an adult. | Dark Ride | From 132cm on their own | Gentle |
💧 Rugrats Lost River Family log flume in Nickelodeon Land. | Water | From 132cm on their own | Medium |
👨👩👧 SpongeBob's Splash Bash SpongeBob themed spinning ride for young children. | Family | From 95cm with an adult From 132cm on their own | Gentle |
🎢 Steeplechase Racing horse-back coaster where you sit astride the track. | Coaster | From 127cm on their own | Medium |
🎢 The Big One Iconic 235ft hypercoaster with speeds up to 85mph and stunning views of Blackpool. | Coaster | From 132cm on their own | Extreme |
💧 Valhalla Voted world's best water ride multiple times. Indoor/outdoor journey through fire and ice - you will get soaked! | Water | From 130cm on their own | High |
👻 Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-o-Matic Family dark ride through Wallace's wacky inventions. NEW 2025 scenes from BAFTA award-winning film Vengeance Most Fowl! | Dark Ride | From 90cm with an adult From 117cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Wonderpets Big Circus Bounce Gentle bouncing ride for the youngest visitors. | Family | From 90cm on their own | Gentle |
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach Height Guide
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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Guide Section
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
Thrill Coasters
- ICON - UK's first double launch coaster
- The Big One - Iconic 235ft hypercoaster
- Grand National - Classic twin-track racing coaster
Guide Section
What's New for 2025
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.
Launch Pad (Reborn)
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.
Coming 2026: Aviktas
An £8.72 million Gyro Swing standing 138 feet tall - set to be the UK's tallest of its kind.
Height Strategy
Height Breakdown
Nickelodeon Land for the littlest visitors:
90-100cm (4 Rides)
- 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 est.) - 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
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
Guide Section
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
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
Guide Section
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
Guide Section
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
Planning Tips
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
Where this data comes from
Height requirements for Blackpool Pleasure Beach were read from the park's own published ride information and last checked on 30 August 2026. Parks can change restrictions without notice, so confirm anything your day depends on before you travel.
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