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Blackpool Pleasure Beach confirms closure of iconic ride with new attraction replacing it

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The iconic Grand Prix ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach is closing down for good. Amanda Thompson, the managing director, confirmed the news about the car-themed ride that first opened its doors in 1960. The Big One and Ice Blast were not open due to issues "beyond the control" of the park's owners.

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Nottingham PostNottingham Post
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach confirms closure of iconic ride with new attraction replacing it

The Grand Prix ride first arrived in 1960 and used petrol powered cars until recently

·Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Stoke SentinelStoke Sentinel

Blackpool Pleasure Beach iconic ride shuts after 64 years

Grand Prix used to be known as the Turnpike

·Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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Stoke Sentinel broke the news in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom on Monday, March 4, 2024.
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