Alton Towers (England)

ALTON TOWERS Every year I visit the Alton Towers Theme Park with a bunch of friends, and every year I really enjoy it. It has everything you need for a fun day out. All the rides, lots of places to eat, walks around the gardens, live shows for both children and adults, and the list goes on. Last time I visited the Park was late October 2005, for the 'Terror Of The Towers' themed weekend, this of course being a weekend where you not only get the ...
...in their Halloween gear, and Alton Towers opens that little later for a scarier feel, and also puts on a fantastic firework display. But first of all, lets split this review into sections, and before I tell you about my experiences of the rides (which you're bound to tease me about forever!) lets take a little look into the history of Alton Towers, and then go onto the rides and other amenities. ----------------------------------------------------------- ...

dempsey_review 15.03.2006 · Read full review
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...nevertheless I shall continue... Alton Towers, for those of you who don't know, is one of the UK's leading theme parks. Situated in the heart of Staffordshire, in a small village called Alton, the theme park spans 500 acres of countryside, hosting a whole range of rides and attractions and making it the perfect place for a short break or a family day out. GETTING THERE ============= Since it's situated in quite a small village, it's not the easiest ...
...somewhere over night, of course Alton Towers does now have its own hotel and water theme park. You can find more information on this, and local B&Bs or self-catering accommodation on the Alton Towers website (www.alton-towers.com). GETTING IN - THE DREADED ADMISSION PRICES ====================================== Well we may as well get this over and done with. Yes, there's no denying that the admissions prices are extortionate. They seem to rise ...

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...;P I've been an Alton Towers enthusiast for a long time now. I first went when I was a young child, I had a great time but didn't really remember it. I next went on a school trip when I was 12 in the summer, had a fantastic time, did the same the year after and since then have been going several times a year. For example, Alton Towers opened March 12th and as of May 12th, I've been three times, with six or seven more trips planned taking me through ...
...an Alton Towers forum, so you could say I know my stuff ;). Alton Towers has a very large Internet fanbase, often establishing itself in the many discussion board communities. The official site is www.alton-towers.co.uk, but this is not the best place to go, type Alton Towers into Google for more information. The very fact that there are fanatics about this place is a tribute to AT. The old tagline 'Where the Magic Never Ends' certainly was true ...

Trixie_Firecracker 12.05.2005 · Read full review
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After visting Alton Towers with my partner recently, I have mixed views about the park, so thought my impartial views would probably be helpful for writing a hopefully useful and constructive review! == Getting To The Park == Once you're near Alton Towers, it is well sign posted from all directions. We turned our SatNav off once we saw the first sign, as it was so well sign posted we no longer needed to be told by the SatNav which way to go. == ...
...a public car park, it's Alton Towers' car park only, so it should be included in the already expensive ticket price. There is then a train which takes you to the entrance gates of Alton Towers. == Prices & Opening Times == I would advise you to check the official website before you leave, but it is generally 10.00am - 5.00pm. It closes later in the Summer (probably because the queues are longer). The prices are as follows: Adult: £36 Child: £27 ...

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...I know I've written about Alton Towers before but that was several years ago now, the park's changed quite a bit since then and besides, I've got some new stuff to say. Forgive me, therefore, if I continue… I like my theme parks me (did someone say "No sh*t Sherlock?") and I've always said that Alton Towers is easily the best theme park in the UK, very possibly the best in Europe. So the question is, is it STILL the best? Or is there now a better ...
...the time being at least, Alton Towers is still home to one of the best collections of rides & attractions outside of the States. The thing is, there's more to a theme park than just its rides. Things like friendliness, cleanliness, atmosphere and even good old fashioned value-for-money should also be part of the equation and it's these areas where Alton Towers seems to have lost its way over the years. To say I'm a regular visitor is an understatement, ...

Spike_ 03.04.2005 (18.09.2005) · Read full review
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After a visit to Alton Towers theme park, I thought it was about time I complete a review on my experience there. == Why Alton Towers== We as a group chosen Alton Towers for many reasons, but mainly because it has many fantastic rides that will take your breath away, in addition to the fantastic scenery. We had heard from other friends that it's an adventure for children and adults alike. We wanted to go somewhere that we would have a fantastic ...
...getting to Stoke at 7am. Alton Towers theme park is a 20 min drive from Stoke. Travelling from the North you need to take Junction 15 off the M6, when travelling on the M6 be aware there are many average speed cameras, so set your car to cruise control and sit back and don't get the urge to hammer it down the motorway. Travelling from the south you need to take Junction 16 off the M6, No direct buses run from Scotland too Alton, so if you need to ...

marcellep2 14.01.2009 (15.01.2009) · Read full review
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...I'd do a review of Alton Towers because it will give me a lot to write about and I went there quite recently for the first time and enjoyed it very much. I haven't written in this kind of category before and only now do I see how much there actually is to write, so here goes: Alton Towers Theme Park is the most famous theme park which has been successfully running since 1980. The park is set high in the hills of Alton in Staffordshire and it is ...
...Child (A child by Alton Towers' standards is seen as Under 12) Normal Day Pass: £22 Event Day Pass: £23 Buying Online: £16 Senior Normal Day Pass: £16 Event Day Pass: £17 Buying Online: £12 Disabled Normal Day Pass: £16 Event Day Pass: £17 Buying Online: £12 There are two family packages available as well as the single tickets which are available for two adults and either two or three children, the prices are: Family (with two children) ...

danfellowes 30.05.2007 · Read full review
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I visited Alton Towers last year in April 2006. I went with four people and stayed a night at the Alton Towers hotel but I am only reviewing the theme park. --- So what is at Alton Towers? --- Well you have the actual theme park with its hotel, Alton Towers Hotel and you also have Splash Landings. Splash Landings is a swimming pool with wave machines, lazy rivers and all sorts of water slides set inside a building next to the Alton Towers hotel. ...
...hotel. The newest addition to Alton Towers is a spa and a golf course! So there is definitely plenty of choice if you do decide you want to go. --- Where is Alton Towers and how can I get there? --- Alton Towers is Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. Traveling from London it takes approx, 3 hours. We drove there and on the way it took us four hours because of traffic though the ride home was smooth. Traveling north you need M1 junction 23a or M6 junction ...

grapesoda 15.04.2007 · Read full review
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...a Toddler== I visited Alton towers yesterday and while this attraction has plenty for both grown ups and children I visited with my toddler son. I first visited Alton towers when I was a child myself and have experienced the big rollercoaster's such as Air and Nemesis but this visit was completely different so thought it would be useful to do a review of a family visit. ===Opening times=== The opening times do vary it was the rides were open from ...
...park or hotel at 6pm. The website has a calendar for daily opening times. ===Cost=== Adult £37 Child £28. Family of three £83.10 Family of four £104 Family of five £126.50 Family of six £148.80 Disabled/ career £18.50 Children under 4 are free Car parking is £5 There are discounts available for ordering online. There are also often discount vouchers around. I was fortunate enough to get a voucher that was parent with toddler entry for £12 with free ...

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...I have never visited Alton Towers when they have a theme fun day as I have said before I only visited one time but I know they have days like Halloween where people get dress up for the occasion i.e. in their Halloween clothing and the park open a little bit later than normal, and I heard it is fun . In other words a theme fun day. ~~A BRIEF HISTORY~~ Aton Towers was once owned by The Earls of Shrewsbury dating back to the 15th century. Its previous ...
...the mansion and renamed it Alton Towers. In 1921 after the death of the 20th Earl the estate was sold to a Private company who made the park available to the public. Alton Towers was then sold again to a local business man who auction of the contents of the house and open a few shops and restaurants. In 1980 Alton Towers was opened as a theme park. Over the years it's been toss been a number of buyers and investors but in 2007 the resort and park ...

tajo_dre 22.06.2008 · Read full review
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...years ago I went to Alton Towers with my fiancé and our daughter. Last year we went back. This year we will go back again. I have added some photographs of our time there in the hope it may help demonstrate the entertainment and family fun available Alton Towers is FANTASTIC and it has something for everyone. It now has two hotels and they are both delightful although the rooms could do with being a little more spacious. However as we were only ...
...yet open. But now that Alton Towers offers the parent share scheme this isn't really a problem anymore. Parents can pick up a ticket at any of the help desks within the park which allows one parent to queue normally while the other looks after the children. Once the first parent comes of the ride the second parent can then enter through the exit without the need to wait in queue. This option is available for most of the big thrill rides and some ...

katiemacf 22.07.2004 (15.12.2004) · Read full review
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Alton towers is one of the UK's most loved them parks. It is made up of a good mix of tame rides and thrill rides. I have being going at least once a year for as long as I can remember! The park is set in it's own grounds with it's own stately home. The park has a big lake which is visible has you enter through the main gates. People can and do, chill out on the grass surrounding the lake during the summer to eat lunch or just sunbathe. The theme ...
...for those who have travelled fom further afield. Cost wise this is the only downside to the park as prices for an adult are a staggering £32 each wich goes up during event days to £34. However during the year there are always opportunities to get in half price with buy one get one free vouchers. I don't think i have ever paid full price yet as we always make sure that when we go we have some kind of voucher. Of course if you are the type who will ...

frankiecesca 28.11.2007 · Read full review
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I went to Alton Towers last year with my partner and a group of friends in July, and had a brilliant day. There were so many rides to choose from, and we bought the queue buster ticket at an additional cost to beat the queues and make the most of the day. --Accessibility-- We drove to Alton Towers, staying in a hotel roughly 25miles away in Derby. Overall, it was well signposted and easy to get to. There is a regular bus service throughout the day ...
...--The Gardens-- Walking around Alton Towers, there are various gorgeous gardens and plenty stunning scenery to view. There is a garden walkway with many hills and steps, but the flowers and hedging is lovely and superbly maintained. There are also some stunning water fountains and features, such as conservatories to make this a truly memorable stroll. --Food facilities-- At alton towers, there are various places to stop and have a snack. there ...

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ALTON TOWERS The fun has just landed at Alton towers People you wont fun I can tell you the best place to go and that place is well I bet you have guessed it by now it is Alton towers the best place to go for a great day out with your mates or a family day out you can not beat it. you will see rides go to 0-100 in 2.7 seconds so that is just the start you have upside down rollercoaster's and as well some of the rides if you go on them you will ...
...you a lot more about Alton towers. As well as all these big rides don't worry bring your kids there are a some little rides for them like tea cups that will keep them happy for a bit well I hope you all enjoy my review thanks. Here is a list of the rides at Alton towers……. --------------------------------------------------------------- RIDES (NOT REALLY FOR LITTLE KIDS --------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------- ...

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Alton Towers Over the summer my husband and I went over to Alton Towers for a few days for a break. For those who haven't heard of Alton Towers it's a large theme park with attractions and thrill rides. It cost £37(adult) and £28 (child) to get in. They do deals for example if you buy in advance online it costs £29.50 (adult) and £22.80. The park has several different sections offering various things to certain age groups. As you arrive into the ...
...**OVERALL** I enjoyed Alton Tours however I didn't get the most out of my money, as I didn't go on a lot of the rides (mostly rollercoasters). I felt then it was rather expensive day out as we weren't taking advantage of everything on offer to us in the park. For my husband and I two days was enough to see all around the park and go on the rides we wanted to. It was extremely busy when we went but it was the summer holidays so I suppose you have ...

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