
Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026
Thu 31 Dec · 18:00
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
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The annual "Walk The Big One" event at Blackpool Pleasure Beach is scheduled for New Year's Eve 2026. This exciting fundraising initiative invites participants to register their interest in ascending the towering 235ft rollercoaster, offering a unique climb up one of Europe’s tallest rides. All proceeds from this escorted ascent will benefit Shelter, providing an innovative and thrilling way to support housing charities. Participants can look forward to an event that combines adventure with philanthropy on New Year's Eve.
Register your interest for an escorted climb to the 235ft summit of one of Europe's tallest rollercoasters to fundraise for Shelter in 2026.
Have you got a head for heights and a heart for homelessness? Always fancied looking at the world from a different angle?
Every year, Shelter look for brave participants to stand with them in their fight to end homelessness...at the top of one of the world's tallest rollercoasters! We ask for a £25 registration fee and a request to set your minimum fundraising target at £150.
Tickets are available as and when we agree dates with Blackpool Pleasure Beach. If you would like to express an interest to participate in this challenge prior to ticket sales, please register and add yourself to the waiting list.
N.B. By adding yourself to the waiting list you are not committing to nor guaranteed a place. Once dates are available, a Shelter colleague will reach out with details of how and when to register.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WHEN YOU WALK THE BIG ONE...
You start with a ‘Meet and Greet’ and presentation including a full safety briefing followed by kit-up training and checks on the use of the safety equipment.
You will then be escorted to the base of The Big One main pull-up where you will walk up to the very top of The Big One lift hill.
The ascent will pause at every 50ft to take in the surroundings views and provide an opportunity to hear more about the ride and details of how it works.
Once at the top of the 235ft lift hill there will be ample opportunity to take in the incredible views and secure those lasting pictures.
After descending the 420 steps with a pause at 100ft, your experience ends with a Walk The Big One medal!
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Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 takes place on Thursday, 31 December 2026 at 18:00.
Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 is held at Blackpool Pleasure Beach in Blackpool (525 Ocean Blvd, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ).
Entry to Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Blackpool Pleasure Beach can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026
Editorial Summary
The annual "Walk The Big One" event at Blackpool Pleasure Beach is scheduled for New Year's Eve 2026. This exciting fundraising initiative invites participants to register their interest in ascending the towering 235ft rollercoaster, offering a unique climb up one of Europe’s tallest rides. All proceeds from this escorted ascent will benefit Shelter, providing an innovative and thrilling way to support housing charities. Participants can look forward to an event that combines adventure with philanthropy on New Year's Eve.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Register your interest for an escorted climb to the 235ft summit of one of Europe's tallest rollercoasters to fundraise for Shelter in 2026.
Have you got a head for heights and a heart for homelessness? Always fancied looking at the world from a different angle?
Every year, Shelter look for brave participants to stand with them in their fight to end homelessness...at the top of one of the world's tallest rollercoasters! We ask for a £25 registration fee and a request to set your minimum fundraising target at £150.
Tickets are available as and when we agree dates with Blackpool Pleasure Beach. If you would like to express an interest to participate in this challenge prior to ticket sales, please register and add yourself to the waiting list.
N.B. By adding yourself to the waiting list you are not committing to nor guaranteed a place. Once dates are available, a Shelter colleague will reach out with details of how and when to register.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WHEN YOU WALK THE BIG ONE...
You start with a ‘Meet and Greet’ and presentation including a full safety briefing followed by kit-up training and checks on the use of the safety equipment.
You will then be escorted to the base of The Big One main pull-up where you will walk up to the very top of The Big One lift hill.
The ascent will pause at every 50ft to take in the surroundings views and provide an opportunity to hear more about the ride and details of how it works.
Once at the top of the 235ft lift hill there will be ample opportunity to take in the incredible views and secure those lasting pictures.
After descending the 420 steps with a pause at 100ft, your experience ends with a Walk The Big One medal!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach525 Ocean Blvd, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ
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When is Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026?
Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 takes place on Thursday, 31 December 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 taking place?
Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 is held at Blackpool Pleasure Beach in Blackpool (525 Ocean Blvd, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ).
How much are tickets for Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026?
Entry to Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Blackpool Pleasure Beach can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026?
Tickets for Waiting List for Walk The Big One for Shelter 2026 can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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