Grand National Reopens
27 June 2025
by Visit Blackpool
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has confirmed its Grand National ride will re-open today (Friday June 27) following a period of maintenance.
Guests visiting the park between now and the end of the season will be able to ride the wooden coaster for the first time since the end of 2024.
Its extensive maintenance work involved replacing sections of the track, installing a new drive sprocket, replacing parts of the pull up chain, and painting sections of the ride.
Amanda Thompson OBE, CEO of Pleasure Beach Resort, said: “The Grand National has always held a special place in the hearts of our guests, and we're proud to preserve its legacy while continuing to deliver unforgettable experiences for generations to come.”
The park is now open every day until September, and then some weekends and week days until November.
Pleasure Beach also is open late an additional seven times this season, with the next being Saturday July 5. This Late Night Riding with Fireworks event means that guests could potentially ride Grand National for 11 hours as the sun sets, and also enjoy a firework display at the end of the night.
Guests can book tickets to ride Grand National at www.pleasurebeachresort.com, and secure the best deals by booking in advance.