Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Rides on Blackpool Pleasure Beach
There are 145 rides and attractions at Blackpool Pleasure Beach making it a great value family day out.
Major rides include the famous 235ft Pepsi Max Big One - the biggest, fastest and scariest coaster at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. There's the adrenaline-packed Big Dipper wooden rollercoaster, the ride that forms the park's iconic skyline. You can travel through a whirlwind water experience on Infusion, a suspended looping rollercoaster, or journey through fire and snow on the world's biggest indoor dark ride, Valhalla. There's also the Grand National, which has been thrilling riders since 1935 with its competing double track, and Steeplechase, where you can ride your own horse!
If you fancy something a bit more sedate or want something the whole family can enjoy together, there's a huge range of family rides that fit the bill. Enter Alice's Wonderland as you ride around on a Cheshire Cat car, or dare to ride the ghastly Ghost Train - is it truly haunted? There are also go karts, helicopters, carousels, dodgems, pirate ships, scooters, swamp buggies, caves and more! And if they're dying to ride the Big Dipper but aren't quite tall enough, there's always the Zipper Dipper - a wooden rollercoaster designed especially for children.
Indoor theme park attractions
If it starts to rain and you don't fancy getting wet, head indoors for more exciting attractions.
There are over 6 major arcades located around the park, with high-tech simulation and state-of-the-art video games and virtual reality systems. You'll also find a themed bowling alley called Blowladrome, and the ghostly walk-through attraction of Horror Crypt. In the basement of the casino building is Pasaje del Terror, where some of film's most scary characters are waiting for you! If you fancy a mystical clairvoyant experience, you can have one with Blackpool's famous palm and crystal reader. Most exciting of all is Ripley's Believe It or Not - two floors of interactive displays and exhibitions of weird and wonderful things, including two-headed cows and the world's tallest man.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Shows
There's a vast array of superb shows to choose from at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Magic, circus acts, puppetry, comedy and ice dancing all come to life - there's something for all ages and tastes. And don't miss the spectacular dancing water show, which runs throughout the day outside in the park - see water dancing up to 100ft in the air, accompanied by a variety of music.
Hotel & accommodation
If you don't think you can do it all in just one day, you can purchase the new day and night wristband and enjoy a good night's sleep at the award-winning Big Blue Hotel. Founded in 2003, this modern 4 star hotel boasts cutting-edge design and interior, with service that's second-to-none. It's ideal for family breaks as it offers luxury accommodation at affordable prices, including free wireless internet in all rooms.
Dining at the hotel is an experience in itself. You can enjoy a lazy coffee in the cafe bar, or a gourmet meal in the Blues Bar and Brasserie. There's an extensive menu, plus kids can create their own fresh pizzas - so it's fun too.
Food and drink
Eating and drinking is an important part of a good day out - and Blackpool Pleasure Beach has everything you could need.
If you want something quick and easy there are a number of fast food outlets throughout the park, including Burger King, Thors Plaice & Chips, Dipper Dogs hot dogs and more. If you have time to sit down and enjoy a good meal, try Pizza Hut, the Rib Shack, the fully-licensed Horseshoe restaurant or the Star, a traditional family pub.
Facilities at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach offers five secure car parks. For money, there are handy cash points and even a bureau de change. You can also hire wheelchairs.
As far as good British family days out go, you can't get much better than Blackpool Pleasure Beach - the whole family will be entertained by the thrills, spills, shows and sights on offer. There's so much to do, you won't know where to start.
Opening times
Open all year except Christmas and New Year.
Opening is between 10.30 - 11.30 am, closing is between 5 - 9 pm.
Address
Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 525 Ocean Boulevard, South Shore, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ
Bookings and enquiries
0870 444 5566
