Thrill-O-Matic, the world's first Wallace and Gromit themed ride, was officially opened by Nick Park, the creator of the animated series; Blackpool Pleasure Beach's managing director Amanda Thompson; and deputy managing director Nick Thompson, on April 24.

With an investment of £5.25m ($8.2m), Thrill-O-Matic is the culmination of two years of dedication and hard work from the Aardman and Blackpool Pleasure Beach teams.

The Thrill-O-Matic has been delighting Wallace and Gromit fans with a ride through some of the most iconic scenes from their much-loved adventures.

From the moment riders take their place in the carriage for their adventure – a giant slipper – they are transported into the colourful world of Wallace and Gromit.

Guests will travel through scenes from A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave, A Matter of Loaf and Death and The Curse of the Were Rabbit.

With minute detail such as a holiday brochure to the moon and special effects that bring Wallace's contraptions to life, this ride provides over four minutes of pure fun for those on-board.

Managing director of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Amanda Thompson, said: "Wallace and Gromit have a special place in the heart of lots of people so we thought it would be an ideal fit to have their first ride here at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

"We are very proud of the ride and we know that families will want to ride it again and again to see all their favourite characters."