Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s iconic Big Dipper rollercoaster has undergone a magical ‘glow-up’ ahead of its centenary celebrations. The world famous “woodie” reaches the magical milestone on August 23^rd and the 42-acre attraction is holding an exclusive birthday party for the rollercoaster.

Works on the 100 year old coaster began earlier this year, which included new paint to the ride’s glorious onion and maintenance on its track and structure.

In true Blackpool Pleasure Beach style, the park will be throwing a suitably spectacular birthday party to honour the legendary attraction. Celebrations will begin after the park closes, where attendees will receive a commemorative birthday party ticket, certificate and voucher for a free glass of prosecco and cupcake!

CEO of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Amanda Thompson OBE said: “Although this coaster may be a veteran amongst the park, it’s a truly enjoyable ride, and we hope that its recent ‘glow-up’ will reinstate its position as a grand wooden coaster that is rich with history and a century full of memories and laughs.

“A coaster as monumental as our Big Dipper deserves nothing less than the glamorous party we intend on throwing, and we want everyone else to celebrate with us. It is set to be an evening filled with fun!”

Opened in 1923 at a cost of £25,000, the Big Dipper holds the title as one of Britain’s oldest continuously in use rollercoasters and is one of the oldest rides in the world. Its iconic status has seen millions of people step aboard the famous trains which takes guests on a three minute, white-knuckle ride to the top of its summit, on an adrenalin-filled journey filled with the big drops and exhilarating turns before returning to the station.

Over the years, Big Dipper has seen some famous thrillseekers board her train, including the likes of Hollywood icon Diana Dors, Wayne Rooney and Robbie Williams just to name a few.  Our picture below shows the Thompson family enjoying a ride back in the 50’s

Big Dipper will be open during normal park operating hours on the 23^rd of August for those who wish to ride during their visit. Tickets for the special birthday event will be available to purchase on our website and will be priced at £15 per ticket. For more information please visit www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com.