Alton Towers News and Events

There's always plenty going on at the UK's number one theme park, with lots of events and plenty of other things to find out. See from the list below for our newest news and events stories on Alton Towers.

UK Theme Park Closing Dates
With less than a month to go until the wacky world of theme parks comes to end, there's still plenty to see and do with Play and Stay.

Grand Pier News
Since burning down in July 2008, Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier has had big plans to re-open with all new attractions. Play and Stay investigate.

'The Corkscrew' Closing
Alton Towers Resort is saying good-bye to an old friend, Europe's first double loop rollercoaster, 'the Corkscrew', is to be disassembled.

Alton Towers Resort's Cariba Creek Early Closure
Cariba Creek, Alton Towers Resort's waterpark, will be closing at 3:30pm on Thursday 2nd October.

Alton Towers to Ban Smartphones
Alton Towers is running a pilot scheme aimed at bringing the family closer together: banning parents from using smartphones and PDAs in the park.

Splash Battle in 2008
Alton Towers have confirmed their first new ride for the 2008 season. The new ride has been named Battle Galleons, and is set to replace the pay per play Splash Kart Challenge.

Ride Rumours
Alton Towers have announced that they hope to open a new family orientated wooden roller coaster for the 2008 season.