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After months of anticipation, thrill-seekers will finally be able to take on Blackpool Pleasure Beach's new rollercoaster Icon!

The exciting attraction is launching on Friday 25th May, when it will be open to the public for the first time.

The final countdown is on for fans who've had teasers of what to expect from the £16.25million ride, which will boast 16-seater carriages which reach speeds of up to 85 kilometres per hour (approx 53mph).

You can check out our review of the rollercoaster here.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Managing Director Amanda Thompson OBE, said: “We’ve been overwhelmed with calls and e-mails from people all over the world wanting to know when ICON will open to the public.

"I’m so excited to be able to answer and confirm 25 May! We can’t wait to invite those who dare to ride to Blackpool to experience this truly incredible ride. ICON promises to set hearts racing.”

Nick Thompson, Deputy MD of Blackpool Pleasure Beach added: "The launch of ICON is an extremely exciting day for our industry, both in the UK and beyond.

"We couldn’t be more pleased to see and experience it here in the UK and to showcase another world first at Blackpool Pleasure Beach."

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One of the most highly-anticipated rides in UK theme parks this year, fans were previously given a sneak peek of what to expect in a short CGI clip from the riders' perspective, showing all of the loops, speed and excitement that adrenaline junkies can expect.

It looks pretty terrifying, but the double-launch rollercoaster with its 82ft drops, terrifying tunnels and plenty of loops and swerves is sure to be a hit.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach had previously confirmed that it would be 'interacting' with other attractions at the theme park - and images show that it does indeed pass right through 'The Big One'.

The park has already reopened to the public, although the rollercoaster itself won't be open to the public until spring.

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach managing director Amanda Thompson told PA: "This is a key milestone in the build which marks the first in a series of thrilling interactions to guarantee riders a truly exhilarating experience.

"What we've achieved so far is impressive to see and a credit to all involved."We're looking forward to visitors getting their very first glimpse of Icon when our doors open on February 10."

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach had previously teased fans with CGI videos recreating what a ride on Icon will actually entail.

It looks like the stuff of any adrenaline junkie's dreams.

For a start, the rollercoaster 'interacting' over 15 times with the park's other rides during the two-and-a-half minute journey, by powering through, over and around some of Blackpool Pleasure Beach's biggest attractions including The Big One.

Riders will be able to experience the same levels of acceleration felt by Formula 1 drivers - the rollercoaster reaches speeds of up to 80 miles per hour.

(Image: Blackpool Pleasure Beach)

The logo invites guests to 'dare to ride', with a red Japanese emblem and logo symbolising speed.

It's a particularly exciting coup for Blackpool Pleasure Beach, as Icon will be the UK's first ever double launch rollercoaster : visitors will be propelled at high speed not only at the start of the ride, but for a second time halfway through for an extra burst of adrenaline.

"Icon is going to be one of the most talked about, iconic rollercoasters of the future," said Amanda Thompson OBE of the name choice. "The name speaks for itself as it will be one of the most iconic rides on the planet.

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"This is Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s biggest investment to date and will have a real impact on the town and region as a whole."

Rollercoaster enthusiasts still have a while to wait before they can test out the ride, which is set to open in spring 2018.

The project kicked off in December 2016, as the rollercoaster was manufactured in Germany.

Building has already seen over 5500 tonnes of soil excavated, not to mention the 8,000 metres of concrete piles and steel tubes driven into the ground.