It has changed immensely over the years with faster, taller, more loop-the-loop thrill rides added to the theme park year after year. It has constantly evolved.
These photos focus on rides which many people will remember from the past few decades – some are long gone but others remain as steadfast as ever and bring familiarity to visitors alongside some of the latest white knuckle thrills.
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. Blackpool Pleasure Beach rides
Revolution - this was Europe's first 360-degree rollercoaster in 1979 Photo: JPIMedia

. Pleasure Beach rides
Probably the most well-know sight at the Pleasure Beach - the iconic Big Dipper. This was in the 1980s Photo: JPIMedia

. Pleasure Beach rides
The Rainbow - definitely a stomach churner. April 1987 Photo: JPIMedia


. Pleasure Beach rides
The upward climb to the start of the Space Invader ride was full of anticipation! Photo: JPIMedia

. memory lane saturday November 4 Then and Now Blackpool Pleasure Beach ghost train 2006.
How the Ghost Train looked in 2006 Photo: Submit


. Blackpool Pleasure Beach rides
The Gold Mine at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, modelled on the Califorian gold rush mines of Sierra Nevada. This photo was taken just before it was due to open in October 1971 Photo: staff

1. Blackpool Pleasure Beach rides
Revolution - this was Europe's first 360-degree rollercoaster in 1979 Photo: JPIMedia

2. Pleasure Beach rides
Probably the most well-know sight at the Pleasure Beach - the iconic Big Dipper. This was in the 1980s Photo: JPIMedia

3. Pleasure Beach rides
The Rainbow - definitely a stomach churner. April 1987 Photo: JPIMedia
