Blackpool Pleasure Beach

What makes us a great choice for education

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a family owned amusement park established in 1896, with a wealth of history and heritage to explore. With departments ranging from plumbing to engineering to costume design, we encompass a world of opportunities and possibilities, making this the perfect place to bring learning to life, whatever your chosen subject.

There is a variety of interactive sessions and workshops, with visual and practical activities designed to bring learning outside the classroom to life! Delve into the world of structures and forces in Science of Rollercoasters, journey into the history of Pleasure Beach in History & Geography and explore the flourishing world of gardening in our brand new outdoor workshop Ready, Steady, Sprout!

With one secure gate entrance and exit, teacher zones and dedicated school wristbands, Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a great day out for students and teachers alike.

Accreditation and Awards

We are certified members of BALPA, IAAPA and proud holders of a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge.

What is typically included on our school trips

An educational visit to Blackpool Pleasure can be comprised of a variety of different components, and can always be tailored to suit the needs of the group.

Some popular options are:

• Unlimited Riding 
• Presentation or Workshop (60mins)
• Presentation or Workshop and Unlimited Riding
• Interactive Session (up to 4 hours) and Unlimited Riding

Group Sizes Catered For

Minimum group size of 15 required.

Materials, Resources & Information Provided

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Education Pack and worksheets for English, Math and Science across Key Stages 1-3 are available to download free of charge from our website.

Digital activity pack and resources (KS1-3) to support an educational visit to our Globe Theatre for the Pantomime school performances.

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Photos, videos and audio may be taken for educational use only, and in compliance with the Health and Safety regulations on park.

Risk Assessment Details

Risk assessment visits can be pre-booked via the Education Department. In addition to this, an information guide for risk assessment is available to download from our website.

Education Officer Information

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has a dedicated Education Team who deal exclusively with school visits:

Alison Paterson

Andrea Godfrey

Dan Lees

Email: educationacademy@bpbltd.com

Tel No: 0871 222 8787

Pricing Information

Blackpool Pleasure Beach offers exclusive discounts to schools, colleges and universities. Discounted school rates available for Park Tickets, Adventure Golf, Hot Ice School Matinee, The Pantomime and Ice Skating.

To receive any educational discounts, all products must be booked and paid for prior to the visit.

Clothing Requirements

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is an outdoor attraction so please be prepared for all weather conditions. We recommend appropriate shoes for walking.

First Aid Information

First Aiders are always on site and can be contacted via any member of the Blackpool Pleasure Beach staff.

Available Facilities

We have a variety of cafes and restaurants on site, and schools are also welcome to bring a packed lunch with them on their weekday term-time visit.

We also offer discounted food vouchers and restaurant bookings such as Big Pizza Kitchen.

There is also a fantastic choice of retail shops including the UK's only Nickelodeon Land shop and the world's only Wallace and Gromit shop.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is a cashless venue. Students can exchange cash for a pre-paid card during their visit, which is accepted at outlets across the park.

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

Disabled toilets are available across the park. For those guests who have a recognised medical condition which prevents them from being able to queue, we are able to offer an Easy Pass service which allows the student and one other person to enter the ride via the exit or Easy Pass gate. The Easy Pass card will be marked with a time at which you can go on your next ride. The time represents the current queue time of that ride; this process is then repeated at each ride.

Pleasure Beach will do everything possible to ensure its guests have a safe and pleasurable stay. However, certain rides and attractions in our Park are physically demanding and vigorous.

For further information, a guide for guests with disabilities is available to download from the website.

Opening Hours & Information

Opening times for Blackpool Pleasure Beach vary for the park throughout the season. Dates and times are available on our website.

Our Pantomime typically runs from the last week of November to 24 December with a variety of performance times available.

Please check the website or call 0871 222 8787

Testimonials

“Our students work hard and deserve the best, that's why we choose Blackpool Pleasure Beach. It's great value for money and the service is top notch! They take the stress out of trips!”

Silver Springs Primary Academy - Stalybridge, Cheshire

“We are a special needs school and our whole experience was handled with precise timing, professionalism and courtesy.”

Crosby High School - Liverpool, Merseyside