The Largest Theme Park in The UK
Alton Towers is known for being the biggest theme park in the UK, spanning 910 acres of land in central Staffordshire. Alton Towers Resort is home to over 40 rides and attractions, for guests of all ages.
Their 10 main rollercoasters are the stars of the show, each with record-breaking elements designed to thrill and delight anyone brave enough to ride. Including their most popular ride the Smiler, the world’s first 14 loop rollercoaster, with a speed of 85 km/hr and a track length 3x longer than Oblivion! Oblivion is their second most popular ride. This ride is also the world’s first vertical drop ride. As you overhang the edge awaiting the dramatic drop that is about to happen, adrenaline pumps through your body! With a 180 feet drop, the ride definitely lives up to people’s expectations. There are plenty more popular rides that are thrilling and exciting. So be sure to check them out for an adrenaline rush!
With 20 attractions aimed at young children and families, Alton Towers is the only place in the UK where you can meet some of CBeebies best-loved characters. Such as the Teletubbies, Bing, and Mr. Bloom!
Including themed rooms if you book a short break, you will feel like you truly are in a fantasy world! Thorpe Park is definitely a great place to go for all the family to enjoy.