Attractions / Blackpool News ICON-IC Sunset Thrills at Blackpool Pleasure Beach 28 June 2018 by Visit Blackpool Blackpool Pleasure Beach has announced the return of Late Night Riding. Commencing on July 7th, it’s the first time ever thrill seekers will have the opportunity to ride ICON, the park’s new £16.25m rollercoaster out of hours and experience the North West coast’s stunning sunset from dizzying heights. The event is one in a series of seven upcoming Late Night Riding dates, with adrenalin enthusiasts invited to ride after-hours and embrace all of the thrills of the park from dusk until nightfall. Scheduled dates include: 7th and 28th July 11th and 25th August 22nd September 27th October 3rd November As well as being able to ride late into the evening, visitors to Late Night Riding events can also enjoy fantastic entertainment throughout the day plus an amazing firework display ay 10pm to end the night. Late Night Riding events are a key feature in the leading amusement park’s summer calendar, providing the opportunity for visitors to experience all of the thrills of the attraction late into the evening. “We’re thrilled to bring our Late Night Riding event back this month and we’ll be doing so with a bang!” said: Managing Director of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Amanda Thompson OBE. “It’s a truly brilliant event where guests can enjoy a night of exciting rides including, this year, our most exhilarating ride ever - ICON, incredible music and a spectacular firework display, it’s certainly not to be missed.” Launched in May 2018, ICON is the world’s most interactive rollercoaster, twisting and turning around 15 other popular rides and attractions. It is also the UK’s first double launch rollercoaster catapulting riders forward at speeds of over 80km an hour. Visitors will also be able to ride into the night on the UK’s tallest rollercoaster, The Big One, as well as experiencing other favourites such as The Big Dipper, Infusion and Revolution. For further details and to purchase tickets please visit: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com