Brighton Palace Pier
Iconic Victorian pier with 19 rides including 2 coasters, attracts 6.2M visitors/year
Data last verified on 25 August 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 22
- No Restrictions:
- 4
- Adult Price:
- £22
- Child Price:
- £18
- Parking:
- Check with park
- Updated:
- 25 August 2026
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👨👩👧 Air Balloons Gentle balloon ride. 0.9m minimum; riders under 1m must be accompanied by an adult; maximum height 1.2m. | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 100cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Gentle |
⚡ Air Race UK's first Air Race ride (2013), replicating acrobatic airplane flight with banks, loops, dives and weightlessness. Delivers 3G forces. | Thrill | From 120cm on their own | Extreme |
🎪 Bouncy Castle Inflatable bouncy castle for younger children. Minimum height 0.9m, maximum height 1.2m. | Play Area | From 90cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Gentle |
🎢 Crazy Mouse Spinning wild mouse coaster famous for G-forces and negative vertical G-forces, with tight turns and unexpected spins. | Coaster | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | High |
👨👩👧 Cup 'n' Saucer Mini teacup ride with color selection options, spinning fun for younger children. | Family | From 90cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Dizzy Jets Test your pilot skills as you soar in spinning jet vehicles. | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Low |
👨👩👧 Dodgems Classic bumper cars where you can crash into friends and family without damage. | Family | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Low |
👨👩👧 Dragon Fly Colorful dragon-themed bouncing ride. Max 4 children per dragon or 2 children + 1 adult. Adults ride free when accompanying. | Family | From 100cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Fantasia Multi-themed ride featuring fire engines, race cars, and rockets for children. | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Gentle |
⚡ Galaxia Jump and Smile ride that lifts, drops and spins riders. Note: May be closed for winter maintenance. | Thrill | From 100cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | High |
👨👩👧 Galloper's Carousel Classic seaside carousel. Under 0.9m ride in carriage with adult. 0.9m-1.2m ride horse with adult. 1.2m+ ride any seat alone. | Family | From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Helter Skelter Traditional Victorian fairground slide. 0.9m with adult, 1.2m to ride alone. Accompanying adults ride free. | Family | From 90cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Low |
👻 Horror Hotel Spooky ghost train dark ride with ghostly apparitions and surprises. Riders 1.0m-1.4m must be accompanied by a responsible adult. | Dark Ride | From 100cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Medium |
⚡ i220 Thrill ride where guests brave new heights for spectacular pier views. | Thrill | From 100cm on their own Maximum 180cm | High |
👨👩👧 Jungle Jeeps Off-road 4x4 driving simulation for young adventurers. | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Pirate Boat Children's swinging boat attraction with pirate theming. | Family | From 90cm on their own Maximum 120cm | Low |
🎯 Sideshows Skill games and side shows including Basketball, Hook a Duck, Colours, Rebound and Lobster Pot. | Interactive | No height limit | Gentle |
⚡ Sky Surge NEW 2025: Spinning thrill ride that sends you skyward before hurtling back to the ground. | Thrill | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Extreme |
🎪 Trampolines Outdoor trampolines for bouncing fun on the pier. | Play Area | From 90cm with an adult From 120cm on their own | Gentle |
⚡ Twister Catapult ride that sends riders sideways while hovering high above the ground, creating intense sensations. | Thrill | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Extreme |
👨👩👧 Waltzers True fairground classic spinning ride where cars rotate while the platform spins. | Family | From 120cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Medium |
💧 Wild River Log flume ride that guarantees to get riders wet. Maximum 4 passengers per boat, adults must sit behind children. | Water | From 100cm with an adult From 140cm on their own | Medium |
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Brighton Palace Pier Height Guide
> January 2026: Brighton Palace Pier has been put up for sale by Brighton Pier Group due to operating cost pressures. The pier continues to trade as normal during the sale process. Visitor impact is not expected.
Brighton Palace Pier is an iconic Grade II* listed Victorian pleasure pier extending into the English Channel from Brighton's seafront. Opening in May 1899, this historic pier attracts over 6.2 million visitors annually, making it one of the UK's most popular seaside attractions.
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About the Pier
The pier features 19 funfair rides and attractions, including two roller coasters, a log flume, and traditional fairground classics. Beyond the rides, visitors can enjoy over 300 arcade machines across two arcade buildings, various food venues including the Palm Court Restaurant, and the Horror Hotel attraction.
A £1 admission fee applies from March to October (free for local residents with card, under 2s, and pre-booked wristband holders), with additional costs for individual rides or unlimited wristbands.
Family Planning
What Can Your Family Ride?
Very young children have limited options but can enjoy:
Toddlers and Young Children (Under 100cm)
- Galloper's Carousel (all ages)
- Bouncy Castle
- Palace Play (indoor soft play, Brighton's biggest)
- Sideshows and arcade games
100-120cm Children
Children in this height range gain access to several attractions when accompanied:
- Dragon Fly (100cm+ solo, under 100cm with adult)
- Wild River log flume (100cm+ with adult up to 140cm)
- Fantasia (multi-themed ride)
- Jungle Jeeps
- Pirate Boat
- Cup 'n' Saucer (teacups)
- Trampolines
120cm+ Independent Riders
At 120cm, children can enjoy many thrill rides:
- Crazy Mouse (spinning wild mouse coaster, 120cm+, under 140cm with adult)
- Air Race (120cm+, extreme motion ride)
- Sky Surge (added in 2025, 120cm+, under 140cm with adult)
- Wild River (120cm+ solo)
- Waltzers
- Dodgems
- Dizzy Jets
- Air Balloons
- i220
130cm+ Thrill Seekers
The biggest thrills require 130cm minimum:
- Turbo Coaster (Pinfari looping coaster with vertical loop)
- Twister (catapult ride)
- Galaxia (Jump and Smile ride)
140cm+ Maximum Thrills
Taller riders (140cm+) can ride all attractions independently, including:
- All coasters without supervision
- Crazy Mouse solo
- Sky Surge solo
- Wild River solo
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Ticket Information
- £1 per person (March - October)
- FREE for local residents with card
- FREE for children under 2
- FREE with pre-booked wristbands or Annual Pass
- Supersaver (1.2m+): £22 on-the-day / £18 online (save 20%)
- Kiddies (under 1.2m): £18 on-the-day / £15 online (save 20%)
- Big Day Out (NEW!): Kids £40 / Adults £60 (includes food, treats & arcade tickets)
- Pre-booked wristbands include FREE admission
- Based on height, not age
- £3.50 - £6 per ride
- Tokens available for purchase
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Key Features
- Historic Pier: Grade II* listed, opened 1899
- Turbo Coaster: Pinfari looping coaster with 365m track and vertical loop
- Crazy Mouse: Spinning wild mouse with G-forces and tight turns
- Added in 2025: Sky Surge spinning thrill ride
- Wild River: Log flume with water splash
- Air Race: UK's first Air Race ride (2013), 360-degree acrobatic thrills
- Horror Hotel: Haunted walk-through attraction
- Helter Skelter: Traditional Victorian fairground slide
- Palace Play: Brighton's biggest indoor soft play (4 stories)
- Arcades: Over 300 gaming machines
Planning Tips
Opening Times
Open every day except Christmas Day. Hours vary by day:
- Weekdays: typically 11am - 6pm
- Fridays: 10am - 8pm
- Saturdays: 10am - 7pm
- School holidays/peak: 10am - 9pm
Note: Times vary seasonally. Check website calendar for specific dates. Individual attractions have varying hours.
On the Ground
Getting There
Located in Brighton city centre opposite the Old Steine:
- Address: Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1TW
- Easily accessible from Brighton seafront
- Short walk from Brighton city centre
- Close to Brighton railway station
Planning Tips
Planning Your Visit
- Best for: All ages - from toddlers to thrill seekers
- Visitor numbers: 6.2 million annually (one of UK's busiest piers)
- Height requirements: Many rides accessible from 100cm+ (with adult)
- Peak season: Summer holidays and weekends
- Weather: Some rides may close in adverse weather
- Facilities: Restaurants, cafes, arcades, toilets
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, though some rides have transfer requirements
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Where this data comes from
Height requirements for Brighton Palace Pier were read from the park's own published ride information and last checked on 25 August 2026. Parks can change restrictions without notice, so confirm anything your day depends on before you travel.