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Blackpool Sandcastle Waterpark

Sandcastle Waterpark in BlackpoolSat, Dec 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Overview

Blackpool Sandcastle Waterpark is a Miscellaneous / Family / Other event at Sandcastle Waterpark in Blackpool.

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Sandcastle Waterpark is an indoor waterpark in Blackpool, Lancashire, featuring 18 water slides and attractions. Highlights include the world's longest indoor roller-coaster water slide, the Master Blaster, and the first vertical indoor drop slide, the Sidewinder.

Family-friendly areas include the Ushi Gushi Action River, Shimmering Shallows, and Typhoon Lagoon Wavepool. Younger visitors can enjoy the Caribbean Storm Treehouse with its interactive play area and large tipping coconut, while water cannons and mini slides are found in HMS Thundersplash and Fort Riptide.

Opened in 1986 on the site of the former South Shore Open Air Baths, the waterpark has undergone significant investments and expansions, including Aztec-themed slides added in 2012. It has also set multiple world records, such as the most riders down a waterslide in one hour in 2016.

📍 Sandcastle Waterpark, South Beach, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1BB

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Good to know

The waterpark is indoor, so it operates year-round regardless of weather.
Swimwear and accessories are available at the Swim Shack shop.
Food and drink outlets include WatersEdge Kitchen/Snack Bar inside the waterpark and Waterfalls accessible from the Promenade.
Souvenirs and branded merchandise can be purchased at Treetops Trading Post.

Frequently asked questions

What are the main attractions at Sandcastle Waterpark?

The waterpark features 18 water slides including the world's longest indoor roller-coaster water slide (Master Blaster) and the first vertical indoor drop slide (Sidewinder), plus family areas like Ushi Gushi Action River, Shimmering Shallows, Typhoon Lagoon Wavepool, and the Caribbean Storm Treehouse.

Is there food available inside the waterpark?

Yes, there are food and drink outlets including WatersEdge Kitchen/Snack Bar inside the waterpark and Waterfalls accessible from the Promenade.

What world records has Sandcastle Waterpark set?

In 2016, it set a world record for the most riders (529) down a waterslide in one hour. It also participated in the World's Largest Swimming Lesson in 2012, 2013, and 2014, helping set records for simultaneous swimming lessons.

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