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25th Feb 2021

Alton Towers Resort confirm 2021 re-opening plans

By |2021-02-25T21:26:25+00:0025th February 2021|Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort have confirmed their re-opening plans for the 2021 season, following the recent Government announcement regarding the relaxation of lockdown measures. The Resort will begin to welcome local families to enjoy the Alton Towers Gardens every day from Monday 29th March to Sunday 11th April. On [...]

7th Dec 2020

Merlin Entertainments launches new Gold & Platinum Annual Passes

By |2021-01-30T00:41:03+00:007th December 2020|Industry News|

Merlin Entertainments have today launched two brand new Annual Passes with the introduction of the Merlin Gold Pass and Merlin Platinum Pass. These new products are being introduced after it was revealed on 23rd November that the Standard and Premium passes would not be returning to sale, following the suspension [...]

6th Dec 2020

Christmas arrives at Alton Towers Resort for Festive Days Out

By |2023-02-11T13:41:31+00:006th December 2020|Events, Resort News|

Christmas arrived at Alton Towers Resort this weekend with the first of this year's Festive Day Out dates. TowersTimes takes a look at the seasonal delights on offer, which have been adapted to comply with current coronavirus restrictions. With the announcement that Staffordshire would be subject to Tier [...]

10th Nov 2020

Alton Towers Resort to reopen Gardens to the public from 13th November

By |2021-01-30T00:43:46+00:0010th November 2020|Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort will be re-opening its Gardens to visitors on weekend days from Friday 13th November, in line with the latest Government guidance on gardens and outdoor paid-for attractions. The Gardens will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, meaning local communities and guests will be able to enjoy [...]

12th Oct 2020

Alton Towers Resort submit plans for Heritage Tour of Towers Ruins

By |2021-01-30T00:44:59+00:0012th October 2020|Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort have submitted an application to establish an enhanced and slightly extended 'Heritage Tour' through the Towers Ruins. The proposals are made up of two key parts: the alteration (and increased length) of the 'Heritage Tour' in the Towers Ruins and gardens, and the regularisation of [...]

11th Oct 2020

Scarefest 2020 brings Tricks and Treats to Alton Towers Resort

By |2023-02-11T13:39:33+00:0011th October 2020|Events, Resort News|

Scarefest has once again been un-earthed at Alton Towers Resort, delivering a frightfully fantastic time for all ages. With spooky shows, macabre mazes, including the new Freak Show: Toxic Junkyard, as well as some adaptations to suit restrictions imposed by coronavirus, TowersTimes lifts the lid on this year's event. [...]

8th Oct 2020

Alton Towers Resort reveals COVID-19 safety measures for Scarefest

By |2023-02-11T13:39:33+00:008th October 2020|Events, Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort has released details of the new safety measures that will be in place during Scarefest to keep guests and actors safe, and ensure the attractions remain just as spine-tingling. As has been evident from observing construction in recent weeks, the Resort has opted to use [...]

15th Sep 2020

Alton Towers Resort launches Oktoberfest Family Fun Festival

By |2023-02-11T13:42:03+00:0015th September 2020|Events, Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort launched their brand new event, Oktoberfest on Friday 11th September. TowersTimes was there over the opening weekend to take in the festivities and see what the new for 2020 event has to offer. The event is primarily located on the front lawns, with a large [...]

12th Aug 2020

Alton Towers Resort announces awesome Autumn events

By |2023-02-11T13:42:03+00:0012th August 2020|Events, Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort have today released further details for Oktoberfest and Scarefest, promising to give this Autumn some "Oomp-ARGHhhh!". From the debut of a new event and the revival of fan favourite scare attractions for Halloween, TowersTimes examines all the details following today's announcements. New for 2020 is [...]

23rd Jun 2020

Alton Towers Resort confirm July 4th re-opening date

By |2024-04-01T19:10:42+01:0023rd June 2020|Resort News|

Alton Towers Resort will re-open the gates to the theme park on Saturday 4thย July following the UK government announcement that the lockdown measures will be eased. The Theme Park will re-open with the majority of its outdoor rides and attractions in operation however some indoor attractions, including The [...]