2for1 at Alton Towers with £1ish crisps
If your party is an odd numbered group, you can still use this 2for1 offer, but to get the cheapest price the odd numbered person should use the Carex ‘half-price entry’ offer instead.
Do Alton Towers rides run in the rain? Alton Towers theme park opens all season, come rain or shine. We find that most thrill seekers don’t mind a spot of rain, so their day out continues just the same.
Then, How do you get to Alton Towers without a car? The best way to get from London to Alton Towers without a car is to train and bus via Stafford which takes 3h 30m and costs . How long does it take to get from London to Alton Towers? It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from London to Alton Towers, including transfers.
Does Alton Towers close for winter? Alton Towers Theme Park is open from March until November every year. The theme park closes for the Winter season around the start of November.
FAQ
Can you use 241 vouchers at Alton Towers Scarefest?
We’re pleased to inform you that all Alton Towers Resort promotional vouchers and 2-4-1s are valid throughout Scarefest and even for the first Fireworks display on November 4th!
Why are Alton Towers rides closed? Rides and attractions at Alton Towers Resort are subject to availability and may close for technical or operational reasons, capacity, inclement weather, special events or to ensure the safety and security of guests or if Merlin reasonably considers the circumstances so require.
Why is the smiler closed? The Smiler rollercoaster at Alton Towers had to be closed after debris fell from a carriage – 14 months after it crashed leaving five people seriously injured.
Does Alton Towers close in high winds? High winds/rain/storms and snow are rare but can all bring their own challenges to ride operation as all rides have specific and unique operating requirements detailed by the manufacturer which must be adhered to. We cannot guarantee or predetermine closure times or which rides will operate in adverse weather.
How many rides are there at Alton Towers?
With over 40 rides and attractions at Alton Towers Theme Park there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
How long has Alton Towers been open? Alton Towers opened as a theme park on 4th April 1980. The theme park has been open each summer season for almost 40 years!
Does the 110 bus go to Drayton Manor?
The cheapest way to get from London to Drayton Manor Theme Park is to bus and line 110 bus which costs £12 – £15 and takes 4h 37m. What is the fastest way to get from London to Drayton Manor Theme Park? The quickest way to get from London to Drayton Manor Theme Park is to drive which costs £18 – £28 and takes 2h.
Is Alton Towers the biggest theme park in the UK? Alton Towers is the largest theme park in the UK, spanning 910 acres of land in central Staffordshire.
What date does Alton Towers Open 2022?
Alton Towers has confirmed it will open for the 2022 season on Saturday, March 19 – and there’ll be some new attractions. More than 100 people have been working on the three new additions at CBeebies Land which includes Hey Duggee Big Adventure Badge, JoJo & Gran Gran at Home and Andy’s Adventures Dinosaur Dig.
Is there a drop off point at Alton Towers?
If you are coming to Alton Towers Resort to drop off/collect a friend or family member, please follow the signs for our Drop off point located close to the main Theme Park entrance. You will not be charged for using this area. Please note, you are not permitted to park here for the day.
What is Alton Towers Trick or Treat? Trick O’ Treat Town
It’s to host Trick-or-Treating for the town visitors! So, muster up your courage and prepare to knock on doors from Spooky Avenue all the way up to the Witchy Woods but be careful! As well as treats there are tricks aplenty! Interactive walkthrough suitable for everyone, additional charge applies.
Do you have to pay extra for the mazes at Alton Towers? If you are booking for scarefest at Alton Towers then you pay for the mazes as an extra. We got caught out with it last year as when we go to Thorpe Park (our local park) they are included.
What is the scariest roller coaster in the UK?
According to a recent survey the top 10 scariest rides in the UK are:
- SAW Alive Horror Maze at Thorpe Park.
- Velocity at Flamingo Land.
- The Big One at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
- Oblivion at Alton Towers.
- Apocalypse at Drayton Manor.
- Rita at Alton Towers.
- The Ultimate at Lightwater Valley.
- Detonator at Thorpe Park.
What is the oldest ride in Alton Towers? Since opening in 1992, the Runaway Mine Train is now the oldest rollercoaster at Alton Towers resort.
Can you share Alton Towers Fast Pass?
Yeah you’d be able to give your fast track ticket to a friend if they want to ride a ride that you don’t. Just remember that once it’s been used on a ride it can’t be use on that same one again, unless you get the Platinum.
Why is Rita called Rita? The most likely reason for this name is based on the manufacturer and model of the ride, an Intamin Rocket Coaster. Note the initials when you combine Alton Towers with Intamin Rocket and reverse them, you get RITA.
Is The Smiler still open 2020?
Merlin Entertainments decided to close The Smiler, Saw – The Ride at Thorpe Park, and two other rollercoasters at Chessington World of Adventures (all of which have since reopened) while safety protocols and procedures were evaluated.
Do roller coasters operate in rain? Ride a roller coaster
Riding a coaster in the rain takes things to the next level! The outdoor rides, especially the roller coasters, will shut down if there is any thunder or lightning in the area, but, if it’s just raining, they will usually remain operational.
Are rollercoasters safe in the rain?
Rain – light rain is usually okay, but heavy rains could affect the sensors and possibly cause the brakes to malfunction. Lightning – the tracks can become lightning rods, which is why coasters typically close whenever lightning is within 5-10 miles of the park.
Is Alton Towers open today due to weather? Due to the weather conditions, the Theme Park will not be opening today. Pre-booked tickets will be revalidated for another date during the season.
