The attraction originally opened in 1923
One of Blackpool Pleasure Beach's most iconic attractions celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Thrill seekers have enjoyed the Big Dipper since 1923, with thousands of tourists having flocked from Greater Manchester to the Lancashire seaside town every year.
A host of events are planned for later year to celebrate the Big Dipper's centenary, with more information set to be unveiled soon. The Big Dipper is the oldest continually operating rollercoaster in the UK, and first opened to the public on August 23, 1923 when it cost just one shilling to ride. Today, it can carry 840 riders per hour and the ride lasts an impressive three minutes.It has survived a world war and a serious fire in 1975, in which it was severally damaged.
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