But when Alton Towers reopens, it'll look different to people. That's because a brand new ride is opening - and it's set to be one of the most spine-tingling yet. The new ride, called The Curse at ...

Alton Towers has revealed its newest ride which is set to be the first of its kind in the UK. The theme park, based in Alton, Staffordshire, sees more than 2million visitors each year and ...

Alton Towers Resort has revealed its new record-breaking attraction. The amusement park has announced that a new ride called 'Toxicator' will be opening in spring 2025. Alton Towers will be the ...

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"It's probably, realistically, looking like autumn." Also providing updates on the ride was Simon Horsley, Alton Towers' head of technical design. He explained that Hex now has a completely ...

The thrilling ride Nemesis cost £10m and was Europe's first inverted rollercoaster when it opened nearly three decades ago. Since then it has been ridden more than 50 million times. Alton Towers ...

But since Alton Towers opening over four decades ago, we have also said farewell to a number of attractions. From Corkscrew to AIR, a number of rides have since been confined to the history books ...

Alton Towers has announced major changes which are set to take place, with a number of rides closing for good. One of the rides thrill seekers will bid goodbye to is 'The Blade', Alton Towers ...