Revolution

Revolution is a steel shuttle roller coaster at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with two elevated platforms connected by a central vertical loop. The train moves forward and backward through the circuit, accelerating continuously, with riders seated in a single train containing four cars arranged in two rows.

The ride opened in 1979 and marked a milestone as the first fully looping roller coaster in Europe, designed by Arrow Development and fabricated by Watson Steel. This engineering innovation allowed riders to experience an unobstructed 360-degree rotation, which was groundbreaking at the time.

The ride has carried different names over the years, including a period as Irn Bru Revolution with orange and blue colors representing a Scottish soft drink brand. These sponsorship changes show how commercial partnerships have shaped the appearance of amusement park attractions across generations.

Visitors need to climb stairs to reach the loading station, where boarding is straightforward. Waiting times vary depending on the time of day and season, so arriving earlier helps you avoid longer queues.

Revolution remains the only non-relocated Arrow Dynamics Launched Loop model still operating, featuring a distinctive cantilevered support structure. These technical characteristics make it a rare example of early roller coaster engineering that fascinates both engineers and enthusiasts.

Location: Blackpool

Part of: Pleasure Beach Resort

GPS coordinates: 53.78990,-3.05514

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00