This famous seaside town is one that’s known for its exciting atmosphere and long stretch of sandy beach. Now, it can also boast having been recognised by TUI as the home to one of the most action-packed theme parks in the country. The travel giant conducted a study which found one part of the UK is home to “Europe’s Most Action-Packed Theme Park”.
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has been named the most action-packed theme park. TUI Germany named the resort as the winner of the category over a number of others, such as Gardaland in Italy and Phantasialand in Germany.
The rankings were determined by calculating the number of rollercoasters and action-packed rides at a park against its total number of rides – and Pleasure Beach came out on top with an action ratio of 40%.
Blackpool is best known for its illuminations, which take place every autumn, its theme park and its beach, which attract thousands of visitors every year.
The Lancashire attraction is home to 10 rollercoasters, including the world-famous Big One rollercoaster, its newest coaster ICON, bobsled coaster Avalanche, and wooden coasters such as Big Dipper and the newly re-opened Grand National.
CEO of Pleasure Beach Resort, Amanda Thompson OBE said: “We’re known for packing a lot of action into a small space at Pleasure Beach. Our coasters sit tightly side by side and most even intertwine and interact with each other.
“With our attractions so close together, guests really can pack a lot of action into their day – less time walking around, more time riding. With the 235ft Big One, and Europe’s Best Water Ride, Valhalla, we certainly know a thing or two about action and adventure.”
Earlier in the year, the park announced it will be adding another brand-new thrill ride in 2026, Aviktas.
A swinging pendulum ride, Aviktas will reach 138ft at its highest point – making it the tallest of its kind in the country.
Amanda added: “With its epic height, Aviktas will be an exciting milestone not just for Pleasure Beach, but for the UK theme park industry as a whole.
“We always try to go bigger and bolder, and this new ride will be such a thrilling addition to our roster of action-packed attractions.”
Pleasure Beach Resort is open every day throughout the summer, and its season runs right up until the end of November.
Figures for 2023 show the area attracted 21.5 million tourists – a 6% increase compared to 2022 when the total was 20.3 million, reports BBC. The seaside resort remains a popular choice for those looking to visit the seaside or for a holiday with an element of adventure.