My first trip to Southport Pleasure Land on a sunny Sunday last weekend and it certainly won’t be my last. Here’s my Southport Pleasureland review.
Southport Pleasureland originally operated from 1913 to 2006 as Pleasureland Theme Park under the ownership of the Blackpool Pleasure Beach company. In 2007, the park re-opened under the ownership of Norman Wallis.
This park consists of many funfair style rides, a Ghost Train and a Pinfari looping coaster that is currently out of action for the 2020 season.
It was a real shame to discover that arguably the parks best (and most bumpy) ride was out of action as they are waiting for a part to arrive from Italy (home of manufacturers Pinfari) but nevertheless there was still plenty on offer for us to do.
Social Distancing / Park Entry
A nice socially distant queue outside was fed through two sides of a ticket booth and within 4 minutes we were inside and ready to go.
The park usually operates a pay per ride system much like any funfair but unlimited wristbands are the only purchase option for the time being to keep things simple.
At a price of £24.50 we thought it was a tad steep before entering but once we were inside and we were going on the same ride multiple times in a row that £24.50 started to feel like an absolute bargain!
A wonderful little portable Log Flume had absolutely no queue on a scorching hot day, the parks attendance has been capped and social distancing markers were everywhere.
A one-way system has been also been introduced for bars and food outlets and it was all running smoothly for our visit.
Rides were not being wiped down every 30 minutes but every single time a train or flume came around which was great to see but if that protocol applies when there’s larger queues that could take up some considerable time.
Ride Selection
From childrens coasters such as Apple Coaster and the Canyon Coaster to little flat rides and more there’s certainly enough for the kids to enjoy.
A large funhouse which was absolutely superb in addition to a great little Flintstones style ride certainly made me feel like a kid again.
Big kids can also enjoy rides such as Remix, the Matterhorn and more.
Whilst the rides in question are majority targeted towards a younger audience there’s still enough for an adult to enjoy.
Even more so when the looping Pinfari coaster opens again next year.
The only issue I had was with the Ghost Train, it looked so empty in there compared to other POV’s i’ve watched. It certainly needs some attention.
I also want to express a huge shoutout to the ride operator on the Dodgems for giving Lift Hills and Thrills a shout-out!
The staff all day were really lovely and friendly from a ride op dancing in the booth as the Matterhorn was going around all the way up to two really friendly girls on the Log Flume ride.
Overall
No queues is a dream come true for me and it will always go in my favour when writing reviews.
It’s exactly why i’m avoiding any big parks at the moment.
I want to actually enjoy a ride rather than standing in a 2 hour queue watching everyone else enjoy it.
The limited numbers plus the weather and the ride selection made this a great day.
The fish and chips for sale on park were also rather wonderful but I’d expect nothing less from a seaside resort.
I’d highly reccomment a trip to Southport Pleasureland it’s fun for young and big kids alike.
Watch our VLOG of the day below:
Southport Pleasureland Review by Sean Evans
