Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach
Historic Norfolk seaside park with wooden Roller Coaster from 1932
Data last verified on 1 March 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.
Quick Stats
- Total Rides:
- 29
- No Restrictions:
- 1
- Adult Price:
- £23
- Child Price:
- £23
- Parking:
- Check with park
- Updated:
- 1 March 2026
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🎭 4D Cinema Immersive cinema experience with 3D imagery and special effects. | Show | No restriction | Gentle |
🎢 Big Apple Pinfari kiddie wacky worm coaster, originally from Alton Towers. Perfect for first-time coaster riders. | Coaster | 👥90cm 👤110cm alone | Low |
👨👩👧 Bonanza Pony trek ride for younger visitors. Under 100cm must be accompanied. | Family | 👤100cm alone | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Cups and Saucers Classic spinning tea cups ride. Under 90cm must be accompanied. Operating since 1993. | Family | 👤90cm alone | Gentle |
⚡ Disk'O Zamperla spinning disc ride that swings back and forth while rotating. Minimum 120cm. | Thrill | 👤120cm alone | High |
👨👩👧 Dodgems Classic bumper cars. Drivers minimum 125cm, passengers minimum 100cm. Operating since 1969. | Family | 👥100cm 👤125cm alone | Low |
🎢 Family Star Spinning wild mouse coaster by Fabbri, arrived in 2013. Thrilling spins and tight turns. Minimum 130cm. | Coaster | 👤130cm alone | High |
👨👩👧 Floaty Boat Rockin' Tug ride suitable for young children. Opened 2022. | Family | 👥90cm 👤110cm alone | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Flying Dumbo Classic flying elephants ride. Under 120cm must be accompanied by adult. Opened 2017. | Family | 👥90cm 👤120cm alone | Gentle |
👨👩👧 Fun Factory Interactive fun house attraction for families. | Family | 👥90cm 👤110cm alone | Low |
👨👩👧 Gallopers Beautiful historic carousel from 1954, featuring ornate horses and traditional fairground music. | Family | 👤90cm alone | Gentle |
⚡ Ghost Ship 52-foot pendulum swing with pirate theming, seats 32 passengers and delivers 2G forces. Opened 2024. | Thrill | 👥110cm 👤140cm alone | High |
👻 Haunted Hotel Spooky dark ride through a haunted hotel. Under 90cm must be accompanied. Operating since 1984. | Dark Ride | 👤90cm alone | Low |
👨👩👧 Leo's Jungle Journey NEW 2025: Junior safari bus ride through jungle with animated animals, perfect for families with young children. | Family | 👥90cm 👤120cm alone | Gentle |
⚡ Lightning 360 High-intensity SBF spinning ride with extreme forces. Opened 2020. Minimum 130cm. | Thrill | 👤130cm alone | Extreme |
⚡ Pendulum Frisbee-style pendulum ride swinging riders high into the air. Opened 2022. Minimum 125cm. | Thrill | 👤125cm alone | Extreme |
👨👩👧 Pirate Ship Classic swinging pirate ship with up to 32 passengers. Minimum 110cm. | Family | 👤110cm alone | Medium |
👨👩👧 Polar Express SBF Visa Group Musik Express/Caterpillar ride. NEW 2024. Exciting spinning family ride. | Family | 👥90cm 👤120cm alone | Medium |
👨👩👧 Race-O-Rama Junior Whip ride. NEW 2024. Fun whipping motion ride for younger visitors. | Family | 👥90cm 👤100cm alone | Low |
👨👩👧 Raft Ride Pirate-themed ride with eight raft-style cars. | Family | 👥90cm 👤110cm alone | Low |
⚡ Reverse Time SBF Trabant with outward-facing seats that spin and tilt. Minimum 120cm. | Thrill | 👤120cm alone | Medium |
🎢 Roller Coaster Historic 1932 wooden scenic railway, one of only two wooden coasters in the UK. Grade II listed. Reaches 72 km/h over 982 meters of track. | Coaster | 👥90cm 👤110cm alone | Medium |
⚡ Sky Drop Zamperla drop tower delivering exciting free-fall thrills. Minimum 120cm. | Thrill | 👤120cm alone | Extreme |
👻 Snails & Fairytales Family dark ride integrated through the wooden Roller Coaster structure with fairytale scenes. Under 120cm must be accompanied. Operating since 1961. | Dark Ride | 👤120cm alone | Gentle |
👨👩👧 The Monorail Scenic elevated monorail operating since 1983, providing views across the park. Under 125cm must be accompanied. | Family | 👤125cm alone | Gentle |
⚡ Twister Scrambler-style ride with spinning arms. Operating since 1999. Minimum 125cm. | Thrill | 👤125cm alone | Medium |
⚡ Waltzers Classic Waltzer spinning ride. 100cm minimum with adult, 120cm to ride alone. | Thrill | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone | Medium |
🎢 Whirlwind SBF Visa Group spinning kiddie coaster opened in 2015. Fun for younger children. | Coaster | 👥100cm 👤120cm alone | Low |
👨👩👧 Yo-Yo Junior Chair-O-Plane ride. Under 100cm must be accompanied. Operating since 1999. | Family | 👤100cm alone | Gentle |
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Complete Park Guide
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Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Height Guide
Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach is a historic nine-acre amusement park located on Great Yarmouth's seafront in Norfolk. Opening in March 1909, this traditional seaside park is home to one of only two wooden roller coasters still operating in the UK.
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About the Park
The park features 29 rides and attractions ranging from gentle family rides to thrilling attractions. The star attraction is the historic Roller Coaster, a wooden scenic railway that opened in 1932 after being transported from the Paris Colonial Exhibition. This Grade II listed ride reaches speeds of 72 km/h and provides a 3.5-minute journey through its 982-meter track.
The park features 29 rides and attractions ranging from gentle family rides to thrilling attractions. The star attraction is the historic Roller Coaster, a wooden scenic railway that opened in 1932 after being transported from the Paris Colonial Exhibition. This Grade II listed ride reaches speeds of 72 km/h and provides a 3.5-minute journey through its 982-meter track.
Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach offers a mix of traditional fairground attractions and modern thrill rides, making it suitable for all ages. The park operates a closed gate system with entry via wristbands or Fun Cards.
Family Planning
What Can Your Family Ride?
Very young children can enjoy the 4D Cinema (no restriction). Many other rides allow children under 90cm with adult accompaniment, including Cups and Saucers, Gallopers, and Haunted Hotel.
Toddlers and Young Children (Under 90cm)
Very young children can enjoy the 4D Cinema (no restriction). Many other rides allow children under 90cm with adult accompaniment, including Cups and Saucers, Gallopers, and Haunted Hotel.
90-110cm Children
Children in this height range can access many family rides when accompanied by an adult:
- Big Apple (kiddie coaster, 90cm with adult)
- Roller Coaster (historic 1932 wooden coaster, 90cm with adult)
- Leo's Jungle Journey (safari bus ride, 90cm with adult)
- Polar Express (Musik Express, 90cm with adult)
- Race-O-Rama (junior whip, 90cm with adult)
- Raft Ride (pirate themed, 90cm with adult)
- Fun Factory (90cm with adult)
- Floaty Boat (90cm with adult)
- Flying Dumbo (90cm with adult)
100-120cm Children
More rides become available, some independently:
- Whirlwind (spinning coaster, 100cm with adult)
- Waltzers (100cm with adult)
- Dodgems (100cm as passenger)
- Bonanza, Yo-Yo (100cm to ride alone)
- Ghost Ship (110cm with adult)
- Pirate Ship (110cm minimum)
- Big Apple, Roller Coaster (110cm to ride alone)
120cm+ Riders
Many rides become available solo:
- Flying Dumbo, Whirlwind, Polar Express, Leo's Jungle Journey (solo at 120cm)
- Disk'O, Reverse Time, Sky Drop (120cm minimum)
- Snails & Fairytales (120cm to ride alone)
- Waltzers (120cm to ride alone)
125cm+ Riders
Additional thrill rides open:
- Pendulum (frisbee ride, 125cm)
- Twister (scrambler, 125cm)
- Dodgems (125cm to drive)
- Monorail (125cm to ride alone)
130cm+ Thrill Seekers
The biggest thrill rides:
- Family Star (spinning wild mouse coaster, 130cm)
- Lightning 360 (130cm)
140cm+ Maximum Thrills
All attractions accessible:
- Ghost Ship (solo at 140cm)
- All thrill rides independently
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Ticket Information
Wristbands:
- From £21 online (£2 discount), £23 on-gate
- Unlimited rides for the day
- Book by midnight the night before
- Prices vary peak/off-peak
Fun Cards:
- £5 minimum (includes 5 ride credits)
- Unlimited FREE park entry all 2025 season
- Top up with additional credits as needed
Season Pass:
- £85 per person
- Entrance every day of the season
- 50% discount on Fairground Frights
Free Entry:
- Children under 3 years
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Key Features
- Historic Roller Coaster: Grade II listed wooden coaster from 1932
- New for 2025: Leo's Jungle Journey safari bus ride
- New for 2024: Ghost Ship pendulum swing, Polar Express, Race-O-Rama
- Waltzers: Classic fairground spinner
- Twister: Scrambler-style thrill ride
- Gallopers: Beautiful carousel from 1954
- Monorail: Scenic ride operating since 1983
- 4D Cinema: Immersive movie experience
- Short Queues: Typical wait times under 5 minutes
Planning Tips
Opening Times
The 2026 season reopens March 21, 2026, with opening times varying throughout the season. Check the official website calendar for specific dates and hours.
The 2026 season reopens March 21, 2026, with opening times varying throughout the season. Check the official website calendar for specific dates and hours.
On the Ground
Getting There
Located at the southern end of Great Yarmouth's Golden Mile, the park is approximately:
Located at the southern end of Great Yarmouth's Golden Mile, the park is approximately:
- 30-minute walk from Great Yarmouth railway station
- On South Beach Parade, Great Yarmouth, NR30 3EH
- Accessible from the seafront
Planning Tips
Planning Your Visit
- Best for: Families with children aged 4+, though attractions exist for all ages
- Height requirements: Most rides require 100cm+ (many with adult accompaniment)
- Accessibility: Most rides at 110cm+ can be ridden independently
- All children under 12: Must be accompanied by a responsible adult
- Peak season: Summer holidays and school holidays
- Weather: Open-air park, check forecast
- Facilities: Clean toilets, food outlets, arcade games
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Sources
Information compiled from:
Information compiled from:
- [Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Official Website](https://pleasure-beach.co.uk/)
- [Coasterpedia](https://coasterpedia.net/wiki/Great_Yarmouth_Pleasure_Beach)
- [Roller Coaster Database](https://rcdb.com/4802.htm)