Hidden Secrets Of Blackpool Pleasure Beach | Behind The Scenes!

We take a look at the hidden secrets and history of Blackpool Pleasure Beach in their 125th anniversary year. With behind the scenes access and rare and never before seen footage from the Pleasure Beach Archives.
In this video we go behind the scenes with special backstage access underneath Sir Hiram Maxims Flying Machines, we check out the engine room and show you how the ride operates. We then have a look at the rocking mechanism underneath the Noah's Ark attraction. Then finish with a climb/walk up the lift hill of the Big Dipper, showing you all there is to see along with a few surprises.
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0:00 Introduction
0:20 HIRAM MAXIM'S FLYING MACHINES
4:06 BACKSTAGE STORAGE
4:37 NOAH'S ARK
5:06 THE BIG DIPPER TRACK WALK
15:52 THANK YOU'S
16:45 Outro

[@oligould8575]

I love this old, end of victorian period engineering... its as beautiful as it is sturdy... built by true craftsmen, who clearly took a lot pride in their work... they didn't have to build the wheels and the cogs like that, or paint up the lever beams with such detail... nobody even really sees them, but it's all part of what makes these rides so special

[@AdventureMe]

They did Oli. So much effort back then.

[@glennpowell3444]

The chainwork on the Big Dipper is impressive stuff.

[@skiandu]

My Grandad was an electrician on BPB from 1923 until his retirement. He took me on Noahs ark and I was terrified! Mum took me regularly to BPB, but I remember early spring when it opened and they test ran the big dipper and us local kids could get free rides (it had a sphere instead of an onion those days) My school Thames road primary, is overshadowed by the Grand National. and now my son enjoys the rides and maybe one day his children and who knows from there? I feel a deep connection and would have loved to have worked there. Thank you for a wonderful series, behind the scenes and bringing back lots of memories for me

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Thanks for watching

[@martinnaylor]

Absolutely loved that vlog,as a mechanical engineer myself it's good to see the workings of the rides.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Martin

[@nixtax3526]

Brilliant mate, great to get access to see behind the scenes, fascinating vlog.

[@AdventureMe]

Many thanks. x

[@karengill8234]

What a brilliant trilogy of programs about Blackpool pleasure beach all the memory’s came back. Thank you so much. …..

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Karen

[@carolliptrot1248]

Absolutely loved this series of videos, brought back memories of being a youngster in the 70’s and holidaying at Blackpool, 2 weeks in July and a week in September for the lights. Thank you for bringing the memories back to life. Fabulous 😁

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks carol

[@jasps6549]

Your videos are always a fascinating treat, but here you've surpassed yourself. The contrasting of the vintage footage with the present day was incredible. I love that you meet people who are so wonderfully proud of the places that they work and care for. AND you shared your windy muff with us, which was an added bonus. Can't wait to see where you go next.

[@colettemikaelson160]

My inner child is laughing at excuse my windy muff 😂🤣

[@AdventureMe]

I did have a windy muff though lol

[@WarriorRazor]

This has been a wonderful series, mate. Can't wait for the next one.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate.

[@davidaustin967]

Thanks for that series, bring back many memories from my visit’s in the 70’s and 80’s.

[@StuartMulcrow]

Thank you so much for posting this series. Absolutely superb!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Stuart. More to come.

[@saraclayton-smithson5083]

This vlog is the reason I subscribe, you show us the things that can’t be seen easily, explain how things work/worked and take us back to how it was. Thank you, a really good finale to this mini series! Can’t wait for your next release……

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Sara.

[@buttonman6262]

I’ve lived in Blackpool my whole life. I haven’t been to the Pleasure Beach for nearly 20 years. I once worked at the Pasaje De Terror. These videos have made me want to go back.

[@AdventureMe]

You should have a nostalgia trip.

[@thomasabbott8974]

Thank you for sharing video 3. Was very injoyable to watch. With Meny Thanks Tom 😊

[@The12236]

Brilliant 3 part series. Keep up the good work! Love your vlogs X

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@tonydalton6756]

Thanks for such an interesting series pal. I'll have to make a point of going next year just to try out the older rides again. The Big one, you can keep that for the younger folks :D

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Tony

[@DisneyMarkUK]

This was Brilliant Darren, great work! It’s a tear drop though for sure. Cheers Darren.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. #teamflame

[@neilp2441]

Excellent series, thanks for taking the time to do these. Great to see behind the scenes and history of the park. Keep up the great work!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. More coming soon

[@alisonwilson8606]

Loving all 3 videos of Blackpool Pleasure beach

[@JohnS-nn8si]

Fantastic again ! Look forward to more of your videos.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks John

[@craigsouthwell3484]

I really enjoyed this series Darren. Was interesting to see just how things work. Can't wait for what's next! 🤔

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@robwilkinson11]

No words apart from this is amazing

[@aligiff17]

Great video Darren, enjoyed this series, so interesting, tfs 👍😊

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks 👍

[@monkfish43]

Thank you for the great trilogy on Blackpool Pleasure Beach, really enjoy the professional way you bring to life each project you cover.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Much appreciated

[@L_cts]

Amazing series. Really enjoyed watching each video, leant a lot! Thank you.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks for watching

[@_matty95wink26]

I love these kinds of videos so happy I came across your channel I look forward to seeing more of them in the future :)

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Matty. More to come

[@McKluskie]

really intrigued to see what project comes next, great Sunday viewing.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Hopefully you like the next one.

[@jeffallinson8089]

Brilliant work, loved this series especially as I have never been!! Your effort in researching this is hugely appreciated and once again a brilliant job. Looking forward to see what your up to next!!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Jeff.

[@jeffallinson8089]

@@AdventureMe No worries.

[@octopus680]

Brilliant Darren to see all that after all these years visiting -thank you

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks John

[@johndufton9686]

Fantastic series and how brilliant of Blackpool Pleasure Beach to give such access for us all to enjoy in this video. I just echo your big thanks to the staff and management of this wonderful place.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks John

[@-abacchus]

I have really enjoyed this series. Learnt a few things and brought back many memories.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@mrsgenehunt48]

Fantastic series! Thoroughly enjoyed it. Brought back great memories. Team Flame for me.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks for watching

[@rubbershorts999]

Another fantastic video Darren. What a really fascinating insight these videos have been. Keep up the good work.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@Hound87]

What a great series, brilliant work…. Really enjoyed that.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Simon

[@robertburgess3767]

That music puts a lump in my throat..fantastic series and darren your body brave climbing that ride...im terrified of heights and wouldnt even get half way lol...thankyou so much for the history...loved every minute of it ❤

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Robert

[@shirleylynch7529]

Really interesting and informative. Old and current photos so good. Thoroughly enjoyed this Darren. Your wee friend was very quiet. Thank you again for all your hard work

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Shirley. He's not quiet in person.

[@amc5966]

Cheers Darren. Absolutely phenomenal as usual.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@garyhorsburgh1924]

I loved this 3 part series on the Pleasure Beach. I grew up with trips to Blackpool and even now I go every year to Pleasure Beach. I really enjoyed seeing inside the flying machines. You come accross as a real genuine guy which make the videos even better. Cheers......👍👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Gary. I am a nice guy. Lol

[@martinmarsola6477]

Thank you for the unavailable tours of the machine room, and the elevated line. Very impressive, Darren. Cheers mate! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿😊👍🇺🇸

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Martin

[@malcolmrichardson3881]

Extraordinary and very enjoyable tour! Thank you.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Malcolm

[@waynecheshire7878]

So much to look out for on my next visit I remember going on Noah's Ark thanks again and a thumbs put to Andy 👍

[@AdventureMe]

Have fun

[@kevinmott6205]

Brilliant video thanks ❤

[@petertrevena804]

Great to see behind the scenes. And on my Bucket List to go to👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Thanks for watching.

[@lindamccaughey6669]

That was fantastic. They sure knew what they were doing back then, that fantastic engineering. I used to love the Big Dipper and often wondered what it would be like to walk up one. Thanks to you I not longer need wonder. I have so enjoyed this series. Thank you so so much. Please stay safe and take care

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Linda

[@hoyhoytoo6772]

Fascinating look at the wonderful BPB. Thanks for making the videos, brilliantly made, as ever.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@hothotspoof]

Thank you much for the Blackpool history video me and my son who's 6 have loved watching these.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate, more to come very soon.

[@marineboy1964]

It's a Christmas glass bulb that used to hang a my nans Christmas tree in the 70s, the same shape, and the wild mouse is my favourite ride of all time, you literally had to hang on

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate.

[@Thurlby99]

Yet again Darren another great vlog on Blackpool. Nice to see parts of the park the public don't get access to always look forward to whats coming next. Cheers.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Scott

[@DigitalJunior2003]

All 3 videos are great and could easily be a tv programme. Thank you.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@leehemp5316]

Great video Loved the old pictures and vids keep up the great work 😊

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Lee

[@wetdogFBK]

Great series Darren, well presented. I remember going around Noah's Ark, trying to climb dark stairs inside while it was rocking. There was a handrail which gave you an electric shock if you touched it. Not sure H&S would allow any of this now.

[@AdventureMe]

Yes I'd heard about the electric handrail.

[@mpx96]

There is one original Noah's Ark still operating in the US near Pittsburgh Pennsylvania at Kennywood Park. It's very similar and quite fun to walk through with the boat rocking back and forth.

[@martynwalker8499]

Brillient series of the Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Fanatic presentation and so much historical insight. Well done as with all your themes.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Martyn. More to come.

[@jonathanr-p6761]

Brilliant I love this video from behind the scenes

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Jonathan

[@babs331176]

Brilliant series of videos. Great presentation too.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Babs. More to come.

[@bernardpage4639]

Fascinating look behind the scenes, I have lived here for over 70 years, been to the Pleasure Beach many times before they started to charge to enter the park but never seen what you have. Ready enjoyed all 3 videos.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Bernard

[@stevetrotter1286]

Your videos just get better absolutely brilliant more please. Cheers mate 👍😊

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Steve

[@shinychariotdetailing9707]

Brilliant collection of videos first class.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Thanks for watching.

[@georgeparsons7144]

Great videos! Really enjoyed it

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks George. More to come

[@topping911]

Thank you very much Darren, love your videos

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Tony

[@dickiesmint]

Fascinating series, great work👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@seany84uk]

Thanks again for doing this! :)

[@AdventureMe]

No problem Sean

[@Wedgedoow]

Very interesting tour, I can imagine the dampness down there, thanks Darren

[@AdventureMe]

Not much dampness. It's all air filtrated to keep the moisture down.

[@fhwolthuis]

Great stuff, Darren! Thanks!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Frank

[@David-R-Hall]

Thoroughly enjoyed these three episodes, thank you 🙏 I have the beautiful Centenary book and souvenir guide, I even have an old book of tokens that you used to buy to ride. I would love to see more, especially behind the scenes.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks David. I remember the token books

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Brilliant video! the difference in you walking the Big Dipper to me on roller coaster and health and safety! lol

[@AdventureMe]

Yes. I did think that when I watched yours. Although, the GY one is more enclosed. I have no idea.

[@sharonellor7274]

So interesting, great filming, very entertaining, many thanks. ❤

[@AdventureMe]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Urbanplann]

Love your channel. The sound and picture quality is great!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Dale

[@MrNowplease]

Brilliant series Darren! Well documented 👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Neil

[@Wedgedoow]

Very interesting tour Darren, thanks for posting

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@rosiecoletta5031]

All three posts beautifully done and researched. Loved the old rides showing not only the ride but the fashions of the day Bought back memories of my late mums cousin who was musical director of the ice show when it had live music. I now live in Australia but Blackpool was part of my happy childhood Keep up the good work Kind Regards. David and Rosie

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Rosie

[@liesl7617]

Love the Trigger's broom reference! Well done for another absolutely brilliant video! So glad I found this channel 🙌

[@AdventureMe]

Thank you. Welcome aboard

[@clairelou5515]

Absolutely fascinating series I really enjoy watching these videos it's interesting to hear and see the history of the Blackpool pleasure beach and rides.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks for watching, More to come from here soon.

[@mattspencer7270]

Been waiting for this 😀👍

[@AdventureMe]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@tombratherton5391]

Excellent series of videos! The Guide on the Walk the Woodie is great, he took me round the track in June, nice chap!

[@AdventureMe]

Yes Andy is fab

[@johnogsii7976]

Hi, that was great, really like the old school ride mechanisms and to see behind the scenes.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks John.

[@neilfurby555]

Great stuff, thankyou!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Neil

[@pauljackson8572]

#team teardrop. Another great video Darren, my son and me look forward to watching them every Sunday. This series took me back to the first time I visited Blackpool pleasure beach in the 1970’s with my Mum and Dad.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Paul. Glad you and your son enjoyed

[@darhdaz1]

Great videos! Learned some stuff as a sandgrown I didn't know!

[@AdventureMe]

Glad you enjoyed it. Lots more to come from here.

[@ste.h9825]

Thanks Darren,another interesting video.Looki no forward to your next topic.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks ste

[@rar321blue]

First class series..thank you

[@AdventureMe]

You are welcome

[@OnlyOneKenobi]

I LOVED this episode man! You've fulfilled a dream of mine! To get close up with the Big Dipper. What's great, is what you said at the end! That we can book tours to walk the woodies!?! 🤯🤯🤯 OMG I'm so gonna do it! AND FINALLY, its clearly #TeamICECREAM 😉 THAT'S what I always saw it as in the 80s! Haha It ALWAYS reminded me of Mr Whippy! Haha O.O.K 👌🏼💙

[@AdventureMe]

Glad you enjoyed it! You aren't the first to think it's an ice cream lol

[@InversionAddicts]

Great watch! 👏🏼

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate.

[@adeh503]

What a brilliant series buddy well done

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Ade.

[@Dave1976.]

Fantastic vlog as alway. A big thank you Darren, for all your hard work and time spent , round the pleasure beach. We have enjoyed all three (3) parts of your vlog. You have put a lot of effort into this, as you always do. It's been excellent seeing behind the scenes and mechanics of the park. As a viewer we all have to thank The Pleasure beach for allowing you to vlog for us and showing us what they allow. Your the best by far on here. Looking forward to your next one. A lot of time has gone into this. (From Dave)

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate. Much appreciated. More to come from Blackpool very soon

[@Dave1976.]

@@AdventureMe you are very welcome. Look forward to your next adventure. Just for future reference what about Camalot, even though nothing exists of it now.

[@AdventureMe]

@@Dave1976. I wanted to do it, but it's been done to death on KZbin. And there's nothing to see now. I would have to break in and rush around lol

[@christinehodge3608]

Good video, thank you for sharing

[@Geoffreytomlinson24]

Brings back happy memories

[@AdventureMe]

It sure does. And you nearly share a name with the famous owner of the pleasure beach Geoffrey Thompson.

[@theme_parkmad]

Amazing series!

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@garethwood6659]

Thanks again for another informative interesting video. It's great to learn what goes on that we don't see. Cheers ❤

[@AdventureMe]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnfearn4979]

Brilliant series mate and kudos to the pleasure beach for allowing such access👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks for watching John

[@nateogden3546]

Love this series 👍

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Nate

[@charleswaddell8500]

Well done to you mate. My memories of blackpool was travelling down at whaat u called the glasgow fair in a ford anglia. My highlight was allways the pleasure beach.. I rember the day we were struggling for a tram to get to our b.n.b. The queses were amazing. Thanks darren. Another sleepless nite.👍🙋‍♂️

[@AdventureMe]

Glad you enjoyed it. Lots more to come from here.

[@markherbert1343]

Fantastic video mate well done. Loved Blackpool and the pleasure beach all my life enjoyable times great memories. Seeing the rides from ground up all the work that's gone into them is amazing ,god bless the thompson family keeping the place going and making it look as it today.mark the psychic .

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Mark

[@markherbert1343]

@@AdventureMe No probs mate .

[@peterbrameld696]

A really great series, With fantastic camera work, It brought it brought back memories to me as an old chap, I really enjoyed it thank you

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Peter

[@MikesFoggyIdea]

Pretty cool, I like the behind the scenes and seeing how things run.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Mike

[@suesmith4366]

Wow you saved the best till last 🤩 I love the flying planes, I knew it was the oldest ride but to see all the workings amazing 😮 love the Big Dipper, what a view from the top great stuff 🤩 The latest series best ever thanks Darren 🥳 please keep up your brilliant work 👍🏻😎👻🤡👑🎠🏰🎡

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks sue. Glad you liked it. My fave to film too.

[@jimmysnailshoes]

Fantastic footage

[@AdventureMe]

Many thanks!

[@ruthbrierley1798]

Really enjoyed this series, even though I've never been there! :-)

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Ruth. You should pay a visit.

[@6012reasol]

i love the flying rockets. they arent so thrilling as other rides but i love how relaxing it is, although when i went it was a chilly day so i was shivering from the wind lol. i love seeing the behind the scenes!

[@AdventureMe]

Yes they can be quite cold

[@UKDroneAdventures]

Watched all three videos and liked them all.

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks mate

[@catherineclark4484]

What an interesting video, loved it

[@AdventureMe]

Thanks Catherine