UK Theme Park Spy

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The Queen of Dreamland, she reigns supreme over the beachfront and is the oldest rollercoaster in the UK. Although she escaped major damage during World War II, a spate of terrible fires destroyed crucial parts of her structure in 1949, 1959 and again in 2008… along with the workshop, which – devastatingly – housed her original hand carved trains. The devoted local community worked together with Sea Change and the Heritage Lottery Fund to raise funds for her stunning renovation. And now, Dreamland's true sovereign has rised once again. You have to be over 1.25m to ride Scenic Railway How to submit a...

A little one’s dream! The Play Pod is the perfect area for children under 4yrs to play, interact and learn. Spanning over 2 small storeys, there are amazing features for every baby and toddler to enjoy, such as slides, a ball pit, building blocks and soft toys, they can be entertained for hours! How to submit a picture Upload your images or email us at yourpictures@ukthemeparkspy.co.uk When emailing pictures, please make sure you include the following information: The full name of the person who took the pictures The location the pictures were taken Any information about the pictures that may be useful for us to know Terms and...

Feb-Tastic Half Term Join Crealy Theme Park & Resort for the last weekend of February Half Term with tickets for just £15 per person! And if you're under 92cm your entry to Crealy is FREE! You'll be able to take on both the Maximus Rollercoaster and The Twister, jump on the Jolly Roger and glide through the sky on there Flying Machine!All there indoor play areas will be open, as well as there animal attractions and other outdoor rides across the Theme Park! Eggo-Saurus Dino Hunt 3rd April - 14th April After a recent archaeological dig at the Theme Park, the park have unearthed...

Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s High Adventures are comprised of three experiences which involve an escorted and guided walk to the very top of some of the park’s tallest rollercoasters. The experiences are booked separately from the main park and take place in the evening once Blackpool Pleasure Beach has closed. Guests have a pre-walk presentation then are fitted for harnesses and safety equipment before climbing to heights of up to 235ft via the rollercoaster’s lift hill. Guests taking part in these experiences are made up of people from all ages and background but with one thing in common – a head...

Plan ahead Oftentimes, theme parks have discount codes offered online, and sometimes you can save money by purchasing a season pass or annual pass instead of single day admissions if you plan to visit an amusement park more than once during your trip. You can also get the benefits of being a pass holder, which most of the time includes free parking and discounts on food/merchandise saving you even more money. Also, purchasing passes that help cut your wait time in half time (ex. Fast pass, Quick Queue, Fast Lane) in advance will help because they usually sell out,...

More information coming soon! New ride to join a whole host of Dinosaur attractions including two world class roller coasters.

There will be no more timed sessions. Instead, customers will get access to the park from open until close. Please see the calendar below for a full breakdown of 2023 opening hours. In addition, Pleasure Beach will continue as a gated park. Customers will enter underneath the Pleasure Beach sign through turnstiles with either a contactless Wristband or Fun Card Customers will now be able to gain access to the park in one of three ways: Admission Only Fun Card (£5 per person for those not wanting to use any rides) Daily Wristband (Starting from £20 per person, our contactless wristbands will give...

Stay at the epic LEGOLAND Resort Hotel or the enchanting LEGOLAND Castle Hotel, both fully themed and bursting with LEGO magic! Or stay at a nearby family-friendly hotel! All short break packages include:✓ An overnight stay in a LEGO®-themed room or nearby partner hotel✓ 1-Day entry✓ A delicious breakfast Guests staying in Resort accommodation also receive:✓ FREE LEGOLAND gift for each child†✓ LEGOLAND® character meet and greets✓ FREE parking and WiFi Build family memories!With over 30 rides and attractions to explore including favourites such as Flight of the Sky Lion, LEGO® City Driving School, NINJAGO® The Ride, and the Dragon! PLUS, you’ll even get to meet your favourite LEGOLAND Characters and take part...

Pleasure Beach have informed everyone of the planned removal of the Log Flume this winter. The Log Flume opened at the Pleasure Beach in 1989 and has been a firm customer favourite for over 30 years. As one ride departs, another arrives… Pleasure Beach are delighted to announce that a brand-new Musik Express will be coming to the Pleasure Beach for the 2023 season. Keep your eyes on Theme Park Spy for more information coming soon.