WATCH: Take a virtual ride on Blackpool's new rollercoaster

Bosses at Blackpool Pleasure Beach have announced they're going to build a new £16.25m rollercoaster.

Published 29th Sep 2016

Bosses at Blackpool Pleasure Beach have announced they're going to build a new £16.25m rollercoaster.

Riders will experience the same levels of G force as felt by the driver of a Formula 1 car. It's scheduled to open in spring 2018.

Deputy Managing Director of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Nick Thompson, says: “We have been working on this concept for five years now and are delighted to be able share news of our plans. “Construction 2018 will be fast, adrenalin fuelled and exhilarating but also smooth and comfortable – an entirely new ride experience. It sees a significant investment in Blackpool Pleasure Beach. We expect to see thrill seekers flock to the park to experience this UK ride first.” Blackpool Pleasure Beach's Managing Director, Amanda Thompson OBE, adds, "Construction 2018 follows in the long tradition we have at Blackpool Pleasure Beach of investing in fantastic rides and bringing first of their kind rollercoasters to the UK. Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the world’s most ride intensive amusement park, is home to the UK’s first looping coaster, Revolution, and, at the time it was built, the world’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster, The Big One, plus many more thrilling rides. I’m delighted to be able to continue this tradition and bring such a thrilling ride to the UK.”