UK's tallest ride that sends guests 138ft into the air opens at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

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UK's tallest ride that sends guests 138ft into the air opens at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach has thrown open the gates to Aviktas today, and it is officially the tallest attraction of its type anywhere in the UK.The brand new ride propels thrill-seekers an incredible 138 feet skyward, with angles reaching a stomach-churning 120 degrees.This comes as the park was named the UK's cheapest summer getaways, with rooms from £62.

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The new ride is nearly twice the height of Drayton Manor's Maelstrom, which previously held the record.Fans from all corners of Britain made the journey to be among the first to experience the heart-pounding new addition, which was initially revealed back in May 2025.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The ride's restraint system gives passengers a genuine sensation of weightlessness as they climb towards the peak.The park has poured £8.72million into its newest attraction, making it the single biggest investment Pleasure Beach has made in eight years.The last time they spent this much was on ICON, their double-launch...

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