Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Botton's Pleasure Beach is Skegness's beloved seafront amusement park, providing traditional fairground fun since 1965! Located on Grand Parade overlooking Skegness Beach, this classic seaside attraction features 4 roller coasters, Wild River log flume, Freak Out thrill ride, Giant Wheel, and a fantastic selection of family rides and kiddie attractions - all the fun and thrills of the traditional British fairground!
Park Highlights
Rockin' Roller - Spinning Wild Mouse coaster! Largest coaster at the park, Fabbri spinning wild mouse with sharp turns and thrilling drops. Overlooks Skegness Beach!
Wild River Log Flume - Reverchon log flume with two drops! 23ft and 39.4ft drops ending in spectacular splashes. Classic water ride fun!
Freak Out - KMG Afterburner! Soaring pendulum ride swinging higher and higher with breathtaking views before reaching near-vertical heights!
4 Roller Coasters - Big Apple, Queen Bee inverted kiddie coaster, Rockin' Roller, and Runaway Train!
Roller Coasters
Rockin' Roller - 130cm minimum (4'3"). Spinning Wild Mouse coaster! Fabbri spinning cars, sharp turns, sudden drops. Overlooks beach!
Queen Bee - 100cm minimum (80cm with adult). Inverted kiddie coaster! Hang beneath track on bee-themed cars. Pinfari suspended ride!
Big Apple - 100cm minimum (80cm with adult). Green caterpillar coaster! Classic Pinfari Big Apple with giant red apple feature!
Runaway Train - 100cm minimum (80cm with adult). Kiddie mine train! Family-friendly coaster adventure!
Thrill Rides
Freak Out - 140cm minimum (4'7")! KMG Afterburner pendulum ride! Swing back and forth reaching near-vertical heights!
Waltzer - 100cm minimum (80cm with adult). Classic spinning waltzer! Operators spin your car for extra thrills. Since 1972!
Pirate Ship - Height requirement not published - check the sign at the ride. HUSS pirate ship! Swing back and forth like sailing the high seas!
Twister - 120cm minimum. Sonacase Scrambler! Spinning fairground ride with multi-directional motion!
Yo-Yo - 90cm to ride alone (any height with an adult). Chair-O-Plane! Swing chairs rise and spin - flying feeling!
Family Rides
Wild River Log Flume - Height requirement not published - check the sign at the ride. Reverchon log ride! Two drops (23ft & 39.4ft) with big splashes!
Giant Wheel - No height restriction. Fabbri Ferris Wheel! Panoramic views of Skegness seafront and beach!
Dodgems - 120cm minimum. Bertazzon bumper cars! Classic fairground dodgems!
Ghost Train - Under 100cm must ride with an adult. Spooky dark ride since 1978! Classic Chapman ghost train with surprises!
Kiddie Rides
Gallopers - No restrictions! John H. Rundle carousel since 2002! Classic horses, musical ride!
Flying Dumbo - 110cm to ride alone (80cm with adult). Kolmax-Plus Jets! Flying Dumbo elephants for young children!
Cups & Saucers - S&W teacups! Spinning fun in giant cups!
Drop 'N' Twist - 105cm minimum (90cm with adult), 180cm maximum. Junior drop tower with a twist! Gentle drops for younger thrill-seekers!
Other Attractions
Formula One Go-Karts - Height requirement not published - check at the track. Petrol-powered go-karts! Race around outdoor circuit!
Mini Golf Courses - No restrictions! Two themed mini-golf courses! Family-friendly putting challenges!
Hook a Duck - No restrictions! Classic seaside game! Hook rubber ducks, win prizes!
Amusements Arcade - No restrictions! 2p slot machines, video games, prize games! All-weather entertainment!
Practical Information
- Opening Times
- Season: April - early September
- Extended: Weekends through October
- Hours: Typically 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (varies by weather and attendance)
- Always check before visiting - traditional fairground with weather-dependent hours
- Admission & Pricing
- Free entry to park!
- Unlimited Wristband: £20 (peak), £15 (off-peak)
- Individual Ride Tokens: £1 per token
- Rides cost 1-4 tokens depending on attraction
- Wristband Benefits: Unlimited rides that you meet height requirements for!
- Height Restrictions Summary
- 80cm+: Queen Bee, Big Apple, Runaway Train, Waltzer and Flying Dumbo with an adult
- 90cm+: Drop 'N' Twist with an adult
- 100cm+: Queen Bee, Big Apple, Runaway Train and Waltzer alone
- 120cm+: The Kraken, Twister, Dodgems, Wave Swinger (105cm in a double seat with an adult)
- 130cm+: Rockin' Roller
- 140cm+: Freak Out
- Not published: Pirate Ship, Wild River Log Flume, Formula One Go-Karts
- Location
- Grand Parade, Skegness PE25 2UQ
- On Skegness seafront
- Seafront location with beach views
- Easy access from A52/A158
- Parking
- On-street parking along seafront and nearby streets (charges apply in summer season)
- Perfect for
- Families, day trippers, seaside enthusiasts, those seeking traditional British fairground experience, all ages
- History
- Bottons family have operated since 1965, taking over from original Skegness Pleasure Beach (dating to 1927). Traditional family-run fairground!
- Weather
- Many rides outdoor, so weather-dependent. Ghost Train, Dodgems, and arcade available in all weather!
- Special Features
- 4 different roller coasters!
- Traditional fairground atmosphere
- Family-run since 1965
- Seafront location
- Mix of modern and classic rides
- Food & Facilities
- Traditional fairground food available - candy floss, ice cream, fish & chips, refreshments!
- Groups & Parties
- School trips and party bookings welcome! Contact park for group rates.
- Contact
- Phone: 01754 763697
- Website: pleasurebeachskegness.co.uk
Visit pleasurebeachskegness.co.uk or call 01754 763697 for current opening dates, wristband prices, and seasonal information. Experience classic British seaside fairground fun at Skegness!
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