Pleasure Beach reassures guests over rust on Revolution
After photos showed heavy corrosion on Revolution, Pleasure Beach said the coaster was safe. The park said the rust was on a decorative cover, caused by salty sea air, and would be addressed during the winter.
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In October 2024, Pleasure Beach had to respond to concern around Revolution, the classic launched looping coaster from 1979. A visitor shared photos that appeared to show heavy corrosion on parts near the top of the structure. He wrote that he had planned to ride Revolution, but changed his mind after seeing the condition of the track area.
The park moved quickly to reassure guests. A spokesperson said Pleasure Beach was aware of the damage and that Revolution was completely safe. The corrosion was attributed to the salty sea air on the Blackpool coast, an environment where steel structures can show visible wear more readily. The park stressed that all steel structures are regularly inspected, tested and maintained.
The crucial detail was where the corrosion was located. According to Pleasure Beach, it was on a decorative cover, not on a structural or technical part of the ride. The issue was described as purely aesthetic, with repairs planned for the coming winter. For coaster fans, the story touched a familiar nerve around historic rides: Revolution is a rare older Arrow design, and visible wear can quickly raise questions. At the same time, the park's response made clear that the coaster would remain in operation while cosmetic maintenance was scheduled.