2004 will see the addition of a brand new family roller coaster in Adventureland, located next to the corporate hospitality marquee. The ride will be named "Spinball Whizzer" and is being manufactured by the German company Maurer, it will be a custom designed spinning coaster. The ride is expected to [...]
The new Cariba Creek water park and Splash Landings Hotel opened its doors to the public on 1st June 2003. Unfortunately things are behind schedule which has caused upset to most of the resort guests. Alton Towers has warned guests that the water park isn't finished, which when looking around [...]
Alton Towers have now reopened for the 2003 season; the park boasts two new rides, Duel: The Haunted House Strikes Back and Ribena Berry Bish Bash. Barney has been replaced in Cred Street with the Tweenies. Two food outlets have also been re-themed, Witches Kitchen is now Zombie Bites and [...]
The application mentions an "additional station" and "retail buildings". This suggests the ride is more likely to be a family coaster than a kiddie's coaster. Many enthusiasts have been begging Alton to build a woody for years, John Wardley has given hints over the season that wood was coming to [...]
Unbeatable Benefits Exclusive to Hotel Guests - 2003 Staying in one of the fabulous Alton Towers Hotels certainly has it benefits..…. > The Alton Breakfast – Enjoy a hearty breakfast each morning with a choice of both hot and cold delights. > Priority Ride Access – All hotel guests will [...]
Alton Towers have had to change the name of the new Hotel which was known as Calypso Springs, until the name was rejected by a third party. Now it is likely that the new hotel will be known as the Splash Landings Hotel and the water park will be known [...]
Although the park is closed you can still enjoy a magical night at The Alton Towers Hotel and exclusive ride time the next day, on selected weekends through-out the winter. For more information and to book call 08705 00 11 00. FEBRUARY/ MARCH 2003 Saturday 8th & week 15th - [...]
Although the park is closed you can still enjoy and magical night at The Alton Towers Hotel and exclusive ride time the next day, on selected weekends through-out the winter. For more information and to book call 08705 00 11 00. NOVEMBER 2002 Saturday 9th / 16th / 23rd Rides [...]
Saturday saw the first night of the famous Alton Towers fireworks, as ever the display was fantastic! The four elements take centre stage, earth, wind, fire and air represented by large lasers, fireworks, balloons, fountains, mirrors and fire explosions. The show sees the elements battle it out and there's even [...]
For the first time in the parks history the gates had to close on Sunday 27th October because of bad weather conditions. The park was open for a few hours in the morning, with a few rides operating. High winds and power cuts lead to the decision of closing the [...]
As guests enter the park spooky Halloween music is played, replacing the happy magical music which usually fills the air, every corner of the park is decorated with cobwebs, skulls and spiders. From 1PM onwards Terror Of The Towers is open to guests, this is a spooky attraction within the [...]
Are we getting excited over nothing? Is this tree clearance behind Ug Land for a new path or staff route, or is it really in preparation for a future roller coaster? Nothing is confirmed, but by the looks of these photographs below, something is happening in the area behind Ug [...]
