What is the longest ride at Alton Towers?

It will feature a highest drop of 98ft (30m), have a maximum speed of 52mph (85kmph) and last 165 seconds, making it the Staffordshire resort’s longest ride. The theme park’s bosses said the ‘world-first element’ of the ride is still under wraps, but claimed it would be different from traditional rollercoasters.

Can you do Alton Towers in a day?

One day just isn’t enough There’s so much to see and do at Alton Towers Resort, you can stay for days. We offer a 2 Day Pass for the Theme Park from just £44 for adults and £39.50 for children. You’ll be able to purchase this ticket ahead of our Theme Park opening on 12th April 2021.

How do you get to Alton Towers without a car?

Without A Car There are three train stations near Alton Towers: Stoke-on-Trent, Uttoxeter and Derby. Guests arriving at Stafford or Uttoxeter railway station, visitors will need to contact a local taxi service for the rest of the journey to the resort.

Who used to live at Alton Towers?

Alton Towers was originally owned by the Earl of Shrewsbury and the Talbot family. The Talbots were the owners and residents between 1412 and 1924.

Did anyone die on The Smiler crash?

The Smiler is a rollercoaster at Alton Towers theme park, with a top-speed of 85kmh. On June 2 2015, two carriages collided on the ride, trapping 16 people and seriously injuring four.

Why did corkscrew close down?

In October 2008, after 28 years of service, Alton Towers confirmed that the ride was to be dismantled at the end of the 2008 season, to make room for the 2010 attraction TH13TEEN, then named Secret Weapon 6.

Is there a weight restriction at Alton Towers?

Please be aware: Spinball Whizzer has a maximum weight limit of 111kg….How restrictive are the restraints on the rides?

Can you wear a bum bag on rides at Alton Towers?

Guests cannot ride with bags or loose items on our rides and so will be required to place bags either in lockers or on the ride platform. These facilities vary from ride to ride and belongings are always left at the owners risk.

How much is a taxi from Uttoxeter to Alton Towers?

The quickest way to get from Uttoxeter to Alton Towers Station is to taxi which costs £19 – £24 and takes 12 min.

How much is a taxi to Alton Towers?

A taxi to Alton Towers from Stoke-on-Trent can cost between £15- £35 for a 4 seat saloon car. Use our booking page to get a quote for your journey to Alton Towers.

Does anyone live at Alton Towers?

Alton Towers is a former country estate located near the village of Alton in Staffordshire, England. It was a former seat of the Earls of Shrewsbury. It is now a major theme park in the United Kingdom….History of Alton Towers.

What was Alton Towers before it was a theme park?

Originally a private estate, Alton Towers grounds opened to the public in 1860 to raise funds. In the late 20th century, it was transformed into a theme park and opened a number of new rides from 1980 onwards.

How did the girl lose her leg on the smiler?

A woman who lost her leg in an Alton Towers rollercoaster crash in 2015 has received a multi-million pound payout for the incident. Vicky Balch says she has endured a wretched four years after the car she was riding in struck an empty carriage stranded on the track of The Smiler ride.

Will the smiler crash again?

“It is something we will never forget and it is something we are utterly determined will never be repeated.” With engineers unaware the empty carriage is on the tracks, the ride is started again. But this carriage with passengers onboard is stopped by the ride’s computer system.

Why did black hole at Alton Towers close?

Inside, the ride received a redesigned queueline and station with Jules Verne-style architecture. In later years, the Black Hole became costly to maintain and the park decided to close the attraction in 2005.

How old is the corkscrew?

Corkscrew is a steel roller coaster built by Arrow Development at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, United States. When built in 1976, it was the first roller coaster in the world with 3 inversions.

Can you go to Alton Towers and not go on rides?

There is no reduced rate at Alton Towers for those who are not going on the rides so you will need to buy an adult rate ticket if you decide to join them. You can drop off and pick up for free.

Can you be too tall for roller coasters?

Yes. The safety features on a roller-coaster have a specific range of height and weight that passengers must be within. Most roller-coasters don’t care about too tall, but any standing ones, ones with shoulder restraints or inversion turns do have maximum height requirements.

Can you wear bum bags on rides?

2 answers. Hi Sandra, you won’t be able to take any bags on most of the rides. Most rides provide shelving to put your bags on whilst you’re on the ride, and some rides have a baggage hold where staff take care of your bags whilst you’re on the ride.

What should I wear to Alton Towers?

Comfy shoes: These are a must. You will do a lot of walking and you don’t want blisters ruining the day. Ponchos/waterproof coats: If you are looking at going on one of the water rides it would be wise to make sure you are prepared. There’s nothing worse than trudging around in heavy wet jeans.