School & Educational Visits

We have so much to offer at Blackpool Pleasure Beach from educational workshops to reward trips.

Home to the mega-coaster that is the Big One, the UK’s first double-launch coaster ICON, the UK’s only Nickelodeon Land and the world’s first Wallace & Gromit ride, Thrill-O-Matic, Blackpool Pleasure Beach has something for everyone.

Please note that the minimum group size for a booking is 15

Would you like to know more about our school visits and Education Academy? Contact us using the details below or fill in the form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Email us: educationacademy@bpbltd.com

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“The staff expertise was second to none… this is a must for any school!”

Mereside County Primary School

Planning your visit

Making it easy – to provide reassurance and peace of mind here are some features of a school or group visit to Blackpool Pleasure Beach

We have one secure gated entrance and exit for all guests with airport-style security scanners and turnstiles staffed by our Welcome Ambassadors.
We offer pre-visit assessments of the site for teachers and staff to conduct if required with assistance from Education Academy staff.
We provide printed eTickets for schools or groups to differentiate from regular guests.
There are dedicated secure on-site coach parks.
Award-winning supervised toilets located around the park.
Free WiFi available across the park.
On-site security staff and guest relations zone.

Helpful Documents

We can provide you with a number of documents to help make planning a day out at Pleasure Beach as easy as possible.

2021 Education Information Pack
Information Guide For Risk Assessment
Public Liability – please contact us for a copy of this documentation

If you would like to make a group booking, complete this from and our Group Booking department will get back to you, alternatively you can call us on, 0871 222 8787.

Please note, calls to 0871 numbers cost 13p per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.

FAQ'S

Can students leave the park unattended?

Each student will wear a blue wristband on his or her wrist. Once they are inside the park, our security ambassadors are instructed not to allow students with a blue wristband out unless escorted by a teacher prior to 3:00 pm

How do I book a school trip?

Email the Education Team educationacademy@bpbltd.com and we will respond to your enquiry

Do you provide lockers?

Yes

We have a range of lockers available to keep your valuables safe and secure during your visit. Lockers are located at multiple points inside and outside the park and incur a cost for hire (cost varies depending on the size of the locker)

Can the students bring a packed lunch with them?

Yes. There is limited space within the 42-acre site and picnics are not permitted beyond the main entrance for the general public, however, allowances are made for guests with special dietary requirements and dedicated picnic areas are also provided for school parties booked in advance.

Do any of the rides feature strobe lighting?

Yes

Some rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach expose children to strobe lighting, these are: Alice Ride and Wallace & Gromit’s Thrill-O-Matic

Are there parking facilities on site?

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has 5 car parks with over 1,000 car parking spaces and a dedicated coach park

Are the rides suitable for guests with disabilities?

We are committed to helping guests with additional needs experience a spectacular and memorable visit to Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

We aim to do everything possible to ensure our guests have a safe and pleasurable visit.

However, certain rides and attractions in our park are physically demanding and vigorous. Blackpool Pleasure Beach, therefore, reserves the right to refuse admission to any ride or attraction should we feel that there is an unacceptable risk to your safety or the safety of others should they participate.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has been advised that in refusing to provide admission to rides and attractions on the grounds of health and safety, is not discriminatory and this is provided for in the Equality Act 2010. This view is endorsed by the HSE.

We hope that you understand and accept this statement, which is made in the interest of health and safety.

In advance of your visit, we recommend that you download our Guide for Guests with Disabilities to ensure you have as much information before you get here.

Can I do a pre-visit before the trip?

Yes. Teachers are more than welcome to conduct a pre-visit prior to the trip which must be arranged in advance by calling a member of the Education Team

Do any of the rides expose children to water?

Yes. Some rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach may expose children to water, these are: Valhalla, Rugrats Lost River and SpongeBob’s Splash Bash

I am a Primary School teacher, are the rides suitable for smaller children?

All rides are subject to height restrictions and we recommend you check these prior to your visit.