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Blackpool Pleasure Beach statement as Big Dipper closed amid 'derailed' rumours
Pleasure Beach Resort said riders were safely evacuated and checked by first-aid staff, while the historic coaster remains closed during an internal investigation.
- On Thursday, July 23, at approximately 2pm, The Big Dipper at Blackpool Pleasure Beach came to a stop at a low point in the ride, with operators safely guiding guests from the attraction.
- The Big Dipper is among the world's oldest operating rollercoasters, having first opened in 1923, while Blackpool Pleasure Beach has operated for 130 years offering 10 rollercoasters.
- Following social media speculation that the historic ride had derailed, Pleasure Beach Resort clarified the coaster simply stopped at a low track point without derailing.
- The resort confirmed there were "no injuries reported" following the incident, and Pleasure Beach Resort has launched an internal investigation while the ride remains closed.
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach continues operating other attractions, including the Aviktas "Gyro Swing," which soars to 138 feet and swings up to 120 degrees above the coastline.
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