Theme parks · North West England
Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)
In or near Singleton.
Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor waterpark with 18 water slides and other attractions in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. Sandcastle Waterpark is also home to slides such as the world's longest indoor
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- School holidays (Apr–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach · 0.7 km
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Sandcastle Waterpark in Blackpool, the nearest railway station is Blackpool Pleasure Beach, which is 0.7 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is FY4 1BB. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
About
Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor waterpark with 18 water slides and other attractions in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. Sandcastle Waterpark is also home to slides such as the world's longest indoor roller-coaster water slide, the Master Blaster, and the first vertical indoor drop slide, the Sidewinder. Family attractions include the Ushi Gushi Action River, the Shimmering Shallows and the Typhoon Lagoon Wavepool. For younger people there is the Caribbean Storm Treehouse, an interactive adventure play area with a large tipping coconut. There are also a range of water cannons, mini slides and jets within the HMS Thundersplash and Fort Riptide areas.
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Official information
Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor water park located in Blackpool, featuring a variety of water slides, wave pools, and other aquatic attractions. It is a popular destination for families and visitors looking for a fun day out in the water.
From the Wikipedia article
Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor waterpark with 18 water slides and other attractions in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. Sandcastle Waterpark is also home to slides such as the world's longest indoor roller-coaster water slide, the Master Blaster, and the first vertical indoor drop slide, the Sidewinder. Family attractions include the Ushi Gushi Action River, the Shimmering Shallows and the Typhoon Lagoon Wavepool. For younger people there is the Caribbean Storm Treehouse, an interactive adventure play area with a large tipping coconut. There are also a range of water cannons, mini slides and jets within the HMS Thundersplash and Fort Riptide areas.
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Background
History
Sandcastle opened on 26 June 1986 on the site of the former South Shore Open Air Baths as a joint public/private partnership. Operation of the facility was taken back into Blackpool Council ownership in 2003. A significant investment in new attractions costing £5.5M was also agreed, which was delivered in two phases, with the second opening in 2006 on time and on budget. In 2012, Sandcastle opened two new Aztec-themed slides, one with a chamber called 'Aztec Falls', and a toboggan-like slide called 'Montazooma'. Sandcastle Waterpark celebrated its 30th birthday in 2016 with a monthlong series of events involving a variety of local charities and community groups. On 26 June 2016 as part of…
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- Coordinates
- 53.7941, -3.0574
- District
- Blackpool
- Parish
- Blackpool, unparished area
- Postcode
- FY4 1BB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blackpool South
- Nearest railway station
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.bbc.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)?
- Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode FY4 1BB), in the parish of Blackpool, unparished area.
- What is Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)?
- Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor waterpark with 18 water slides and other attractions in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. Sandcastle Waterpark is also home to slides such as the world's longest indoor
- How do I get to Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)?
- The nearest railway station is Blackpool Pleasure Beach, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode FY4 1BB.
- Who owns Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)?
- Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) is owned by Blackpool Council.
- Does Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) charge admission?
- Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool)?
- The nearest railway station is Blackpool Pleasure Beach, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FY4 1BB.
- Is Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) suitable for children?
- Yes — Sandcastle Waterpark (Blackpool) is a family attraction designed for children. Most rides and attractions are aimed at the under-12 age band.