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@MandsThompson

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Official twitter page for Amanda Thompson O.B.E. CEO,Pleasure Beach Resort, President,Stageworks Worldwide Productions.

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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Well it seems we can open on the 12 april. i dont think we can open the hotels that seems to be mid may. But i will confirm everything when i know. The rides are all running smoothly today..... so we will welcome you all back to @Pleasure_Beach soon stay safe and well.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Take two better image
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
Yeah thank you Claire you saved me. #icon is working
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Ta dahhhhhhh
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Thank you @BorisJohnson for allowing us to re open respectfully @Pleasure_Beach on July 4th hope to see you in #Blackpool soon.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
It’s a sad day to day as we had all hoped that @Pleasure_Beach would have opened to bring happiness to all. We shall have to wait patiently for a new #BigDay to celebrate our 125 years of bringing joy to all who #daretodream . See you all soon. Until then stay safe & well.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
ICON is looking amazing in the Blackpool sunshine
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
I sincerely hope that we will be able to welcome all our guests back to @Pleasure_Beach soon. Though I hear we may be on lock down until 1 June. It will take us a while to open our doors. So please be patient. We miss everyone. Stay safe stay well
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
My alarm is now set for 4 am. One more night to go before we fling open our gates and welcome you back to @Pleasure_Beach let the fun begin soon. Safely and covid friendly wise and covid safely see you tomorrow
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
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To all @Pleasure_Beach fans, the Grand Prix will not operate this year as we are planning a new attraction. Don’t ask me any more questions about this, I will tell you when I have made the decision. Re the play station or as you all call it the ice blast. That will be operating
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Well it seems that you can all join me @Pleasure_Beach from next Monday. Thank goodness we can open our gates to you once more. Our 125 year. We can share a great year together. See you soon
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Not a soul to be seen ....⁦ @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
I #wish the #PrimeMinister @BorisJohnson would come & visit us @Pleasure_Beach so we can show him all the protocols we have in place, so as we can look after our guests. I think he would feel more confident to give us the go ahead to open on July 4 th.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Thank you to all the team @Pleasure_Beach a great first day back. We just need the sunshine back. It was great to see the rides making people smile again.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
Icon looking cool
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
They are still reimagining. !!!!!!!!!
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
This is how Icon is coming along.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Very happy memories.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
The new #icon cars looking cool but not yet ready. Hopefully they will look amazing and catch the light brilliantly. Some fab images I am sure when the cars are in motion zooming around the track. Zooming sounds a bit 70s so sorry.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Just one more sleep till we reopen our gates @Pleasure_Beach to welcome everyone back for some #coasterFun
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
@Pleasure_Beach ⁩ looking fabulous over the Bank Holiday weekend
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
The fabulous #ICON being built @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
8 years
I am here so the news of our thrilling new ride for 2018 is here too
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
This is the new #BLVDhotel @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
Really .... certainly nothing has been decided yet. We are looking at ways to #reimagine the ride yes..... but more importantly we are looking at trying to make it more sustainable. Sustainability is essential for the future of this ride. I can assure you Valhalla is here to stay
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
Had a dreadful flood today but the good thing is I found this pic of me and Daddy.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Sadly it seems we will have NO #winterweekends I am so sorry but we will open @Pleasure_Beach from the first weekend in February for our #wow weekends. Stay safe everyone. I will miss you all
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
A huge thank you to all the Team @Pleasure_Beach for giving us all a taste of summer. We all tried so hard to ensure we could remain open but sadly the dreaded lurgy covid has beaten us all into submission. Thank you to all the hotel staff at the Blvd & the BBH. & SWWP team.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Just to make it clear to everyone. If the government Give us @Pleasure_Beach the go ahead to open on July 4. Then we will safely open. we need to know. as we need to train our Team with the new #protocols . This takes time, so please #PrimeMinister give us the official guidance
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
I would just like to thank everyone who worked on the season launch today. And all who have worked so so so hard to Valhalla running so you can see we really have been working hard to bring Valhalla back, bolder and better than ever.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
#Icon will emerge today. The great #icon reveal.The press will get the first chance to see & ride this spectacular ride. The biggest investment ever @Pleasure_Beach in over 100 years. see you there. Keeping money with in the resort. Evolving always
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
We are getting ready respectfully and carefully. But this was exciting. Hearing the chain of the #Bigone pull up from my office
happy girl✨😌
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
We had perfect weather today @Pleasure_Beach perhaps a little chilly in the shade but we are open yeah
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
Congratulations to all the team at Europa Park for making today happen for all the guests. A difficult day but so worth it to know so many people had their dreams come true. So proud of you Michael.
@MichaelMack
Michael Mack
6 years
Although today was not the easiest day in our long history I want to thank our hard working and dedicated employees, emergency services teams and of course our great fans for making today go so well. A big Thank You!
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Great shot thank you
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
A huge & very special THANK YOU to all the @Pleasure_Beach team for understanding the struggles of lockdown, but above all preparing the park to bring back some #Fun & #Laughter . Let’s share 125 years of this business together. We are Looking forward to welcoming back our guests
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
My wonderful Daddy. I do miss him but he did create a great coaster the #BigOne will alway Be massive
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
The #BigOne looking stunning tonight ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
This time tomorrow #MondayApril12 we will be open for the 2021 season celebrating 125 years of @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
So much fun thank you for making everyone smile. Keep up the good work. Love this idea of chatting to every one. I love DisneySea too,you all know I adore Europa Park.liseberg too oooooh and puy du Fou, Portaventura and Efteling The park with serious history is @Pleasure_Beach
@ThemeParkWW
Theme Park Worldwide
4 years
We’ll be going LIVE in 5 minutes via the following YouTube link!
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
Come to @Pleasure_Beach we will look after you all
@altontowers
Alton Towers Resort
6 years
ANNOUNCEMENT Please be advised that this weekend is now sold out. We kindly ask that you do not travel to the Resort without a pre-booked ticket as we will be unable to provide you with entry. Many thanks
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
So I am thinking some where after April 7 th 2023.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Well just under a week to go before we reopen @Pleasure_Beach please note that all bookings must now be made on line. We are respecting the new covid guidelines. See you soon. I am looking forward to it.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
Well hopefully we will be ready soon….. but apparently not quite yet
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
I think that this year you may be able to #ClimbAWoodie ....... now that will be an #Experience !
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
I am so sorry everyone the last day of this years season @Pleasure_Beach will now be tomorrow. See you on park. But we will open a week earlier in 2021 for #wowweekends from the first weekend in feb 2021 stay safe every one we will miss you.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
@Pleasure_Beach ⁩ celebrates VE Day by turning on the lights of the #BigOne in honour
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
Thank you to all the team @Pleasure_Beach a great year sadly has come to a close. But you have all been part of the family who make everything happen. Thank you again. Here’s to 2020 when #WowWeekends begin on 15/2/2020 see you then and there
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Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
Well it is true,I am now chairman of our great association, IAAPA. I would like to thank all our members for their support during the fabulous Orlando Expo. May I take this opportunity to wish every IAAPA member &the global IAAPA Teams,happy Thanksgiving
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
What made the government condemn us to tier 3 in Blackpool as our RRate is low. This is just totally wrong and biased to the south and London. Not feeling very happy with those decision makers who haven’t even been here to see our covid secure operations.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
Beautiful blue skies ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach ⁩ as ocean blvd gets a makeover in the new Blackpool paint shades
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
Signing the last piece of the #icon track before it is carefully placed in position @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
@Pleasure_Beach will open on April 12. The #BLVDHotel will be open from the 17th May #BIGBLUEHOTEL from 17th may and @HotIceShow from 8 July #ParadiseSummershow from August 5th. So it will be all here for you. #SummertimeFun @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
FAKE NEWS ........ but fun fake news stay safe everyone and see you soon
@yrexperienceg
Your Experience Guide
3 years
Should we be worried? 😬 @MandsThompson @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 years
Wishing all the team @Pleasure_Beach a great 2019 season. Thank you for all your hard work over the last few weeks. To all our visitors. I am sorry about the building mess around the bowl a drome. But it will be better soon. Also the ghost train won’t be open today.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
I want to turn the inside of Noah’s ark into a heritage museum but I can’t right now.
@CoasterJoey
Joey
4 years
Did you know that @Pleasure_Beach used to have a visitors centre where you could explore the heritage and history of the park? Something like this would be perfect in the future! 🎢🙌
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
Wow #icon does begin to look fabulously cool. Actually seriously amazing. See you soon @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
You can drive down Yeadon way now yipppppeeee
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 months
Yes but it will still be called the big one ……… it has changed the Blackpool skyline so that is very important.
@CoasterJoey
Joey
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You’ve done us proud ❤️
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
The #BigOne will be illuminated every evening this week ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach ⁩ in recognition of the bright light that HRH Prince Philip has shone on our country and to show our support going forward for Her Majesty The Queen
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Stay safe everyone. This is very sad news. The light of day will be shocking be brave be strong please. If we can help please just ask.
@DraytonManor
Drayton Manor
4 years
We can confirm that we currently have a number of fire crews on site at the park. Since being made aware of the blaze, we have been in close contact with Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, who have advised us that the situation is now, thankfully, under control. 1/2
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
2 years
Well we only have one day to go before we open for the new 2022 season @Pleasure_Beach #Blackpool I wish to thank all the Team for their hard work in preparing the park for everyone. See you all tomorrow. Travel safely and stay healthy. Our Team will still be wearing masks
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
I think the track for #icon will be closed off soon........ can't wait every day gets closer to the ride opening. Things look amazing. The shop is well under way too. Nearly finished. So excited.
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Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
I so miss my wonderful Father his wise words and enthusiasm for all that is great and good in the world especially in the #AmusementParkIndustry
@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Very happy memories.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
It seems today is sadly our last day of this 2020 season @Pleasure_Beach I am so sorry we couldn’t be there for you all. But we will open for the first weekend in feb 2021. Hopefully we will perform Aladdin this December & the Dinner show in Paradise. The Grotto too. See you soon
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Yeah you have to love #Blackpool brightening up everyone’s dark days with happy news. @Pleasure_Beach will be open for weekends in November and two weekends in December too we are really trying to make 2021 a fabulous year safely
@visitBlackpool
VisitBlackpool
3 years
𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞✨ We’re excited to announce that this year’s Blackpool Illuminations will be extended by two months for a second consecutive year, shining from 3 September until 3 January 2022! 📅 Find out more:
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Amanda Thompson OBE
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
The newStore is open today @pleasure_beach #happyeaster
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
7 years
The ride today
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
So lovely to see so may @Pleasure_Beach friends today on the park for our very blustery opening day. Have a great day every one and here’s to a fabulous 2020 season
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
The cherry blossom is appearing ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach ⁩ don’t miss it. #latenightriding this Saturday. See you there
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Yeadon way in #Blackpool is now open
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
2 years
It is with great sadness that I find myself celebrating the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.  I personally have many happy memories of time spent with HM Queen Elizabeth. My thoughts and prayers are with entire royal family at this time.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Fab fun fake news
@Pleasure_Beach
Pleasure Beach Resort🎢
3 years
Daily Mail Online: 'Robbie Williams considers buying Blackpool Pleasure Beach theme park... Our response: 🤨
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Well we all got here. Merry Christmas Eve. Be safe this Christmas and please know that there will be something good to follow all this mess. Actually may be not for us In the Uk as we have then got to cope with the crapity crap of Brexit too. But there is always HOPE 🍾🌲🧚🏻‍♂️❤️
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
stunning clear sea and beautifully clean steps. Love #Blackpool in the sun on Saturday.
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Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Rabbits on the #prom just by ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
I love this picture, lovely sunset and wonderfully formed clouds
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 months
Perfect blue skies ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach ⁩ happy Easter everyone
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
I am so fed up up of wind and rain ...... I know it is winter but what happened to chilly sunny winter days. Way more fun
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Clearly #BorisJohnson doesn’t care at all about the North South Divide. His Party gained seats in #Blackpool he has slapped us hard for having a low R Rate. Why are the rules different for Blackpool compared to London. Not at what I expected of you #PrimeMinister the game is on !
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
5 months
Wishing all the @Pleasure_Beach team a fantastic 2024 season. Thank you for all your hard work in getting the park ready. I am so sorry the #BigOne isn’t quite ready….. that was truly beyond my control.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
A very deserted ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
Well that seems to work.
@H3lixHexagon
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1 year
New fog effect on Valhalla! 😍
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
This is a At last no longer a secret. The name of our new hotel that we are building @Pleasure_Beach another #SometingNewInBlackpool . #Blackpool is changing daily people are investing in our wonderful resort.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
Well I doubt it will. As I have a bet on that the new exit on the m55 will be open before. It is testing now though, the water is in and things are moving in the right direction. And things are looking better. So sooooon
@dean8001
Dean on X
1 year
If @Pleasure_Beach was to say that Valhalla will be opening on 18th March, would this be enough for you to change your plans if you were visiting @altontowers 🤔
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
1 year
Technical rehearsals only…… but you will be able to ride it … but remember we are still fixing things every day …….
@yrexperienceg
Your Experience Guide
1 year
Incase you missed the news; Valhalla OPENS in APRIL! @Pleasure_Beach
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Amanda Thompson OBE
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#dontpanic all rides will be open when we open ...... oh not Valhalla, as we are still reimagining this ride. @Pleasure_Beach is an outdoor visitor attraction it is good to go #covidSafe book on line only prior to your visit. See you soon we can’t wait to welcome you.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Well we now can’t open the Panto until 16 December. What a total pain and seriously shortsighted of the government. Blackpool has one of the lowest R rates I. The country yet we are being punished. I have no clue why this would be other than disliking the North.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
Theme Park Fan: The Musical via @YouTube .
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
We can’t keep the social distancing from the place where everyone watches the fireworks. I am so sorry about that. But we are still doing late night riding of the rides. So sorry about that. We are doing everything we can to make @Pleasure_Beach a great place to be.
@PBThrills
☀️PleasureBeachThrills🌟
4 years
@Pleasure_Beach have updated their Website and sadly the fireworks for the 2020 season have been cancelled BUT the park will remain open until 10pm. The dates are, 25th July 1st August 8th August 29th August 26th September 24th October 31st October
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
Well I haven’t burnt the turkey this year but I haven’t started cooking yet. Merry Christmas everyone
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Amanda Thompson OBE
6 years
look what is really happing this year. Prepare if you dare
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
We are testing the rides now. So we can be ready. We want to welcome everyone back
@HouseRossall
Rossall Guest House Family & Couples Friendly
4 years
@MandsThompson Hi Amanda are you planning to open July 4 th ? Thanks Andy
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Amanda Thompson OBE
4 years
This lovely #snowscene of #Blackpool is not visible today only chilly freezing fog.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
3 years
125 years of ⁦ @Pleasure_Beach ⁩ is ready to welcome you back .... see you soon Monday 12 April only 2 more nights of dreaming before you enjoy the reality
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
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Roland Mack and Thomas Mack’s first ride on #Icon @Pleasure_Beach Michael had ridden loads of times the day before. My second time. I loved it this time round.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
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What a very special moment. #icon @Pleasure_Beach is now open. The most amazing first for the UK here in #Blackpool . An amazing double launch coaster.
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@MandsThompson
Amanda Thompson OBE
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#WOW here we going flying in to the new 2020 season @Pleasure_Beach have a great season every one. Welcome to all our new team members. I can’t wait to meet all our guests. Have a great day. Wrap up warmly I fear it may be breezy. Have a great day everyone.
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