Santa Claus returned to Alton Towers Resort during the Christmas season of 2017, bringing with him plenty of festive fun. Guests could book themselves a stay at one of the resort’s hotels with a choice of three Santa experiences, as well as enjoy the fun-packed pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.
The 2017 season saw a slight change in format of the Resort’s festive offerings, with guests’ type of Santa experience dependent on which of the Resort’s hotels they chose to stay in.
Classic Santa Stay
For guests staying in Explorer and Moon Voyage rooms at Alton Towers Hotel, and the CBeebies Land Hotel
“Meet Santa in the heart of CBeebies Land with Santa’s elves and follow them through Mistletoe Lane to Santa’s Woodland grotto. Inside you will get to spend some quality time with the Big Man himself and have a photo with a perfect photo of Santa and the family.”
Explorer’s Santa Escape
For guests staying in Arctic Explorer rooms or themed rooms (excluding Moon Voyage) in Alton Towers Hotel
“Enjoy a morning feast prepared by Mrs Claus herself, there will be stories of Sir Algenon’s adventures to the North Pole and songs from Santa’s elves; culminating with an extra special visit from Father Christmas.”
Enchanted Santa Break
For guests staying in a Woodland Lodge in the Enchanted Village
“Visit Santa in a magical teepee, on arrival children will be greeted with a hot chocolate, and grown-ups with mulled wine. Sing carols with Mrs Claus, make Christmas decorations with the elves and enjoy story-time with Santa in this fabulous group adventure.”
Key Information
Dates: 26th November and 3rd, 10th & 15th* – 23rd December 2017
*CBeebies Land Hotel only, with Theme Park open 10am – 2pm and Pantomime at 2pm
What was Included?
- An overnight stay in the Resort accommodation
- A visit to Santa (experience dependent on accommodation)
- Tickets for this year’s pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk
- A festive evening meal
- A buffet breakfast
- One day Waterpark tickets (on second day)
- One day Theme Park tickets with access to selected attractions including CBeebies Land (on day of arrival)
- Evening entertainment including character meet & greets, shows, a festive cinema and a farewell from Santa
Ride Line-Up
CBeebies Land
- Postman Pat Parcel Post
- Justin’s House Pie-O-Matic Factory
- Nina’s Science Lab
- Mr Bloom’s Allotment
- Something Special Sensory Garden
- Numtums Number-Go-Round
- Charlie and Lola’s Moonsquirters and Green Drops
- The Furchester Hotel Live
- Go Jetters Vroomster Zoom Ride
- Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure
- In The Night Garden Magical Boat Ride
- Tree Fu Tom Training Camp
Adventure Land
- Spinball Whizzer
Mutiny Bay
- Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE
- Marauder’s Mayhem
- Heave Ho!
Food & Drink
- Corner Coffee
- Towers Street Donuts (11am-5pm)
- Towers Street Bar & Grill (from 16th December, 1pm-3pm)
- Little Explorers Lunch Box
- Eastern Express (11am-2pm)
Guests wanting to continue the festive cheer after Christmas Day, could book a stay at one of the resort’s hotels on selected dates.
Key Information
Dates: 27th December 2017 – 3rd January 2018
Opening Times: 10am – 4pm (closed on 3rd Jan)
Prices
From £176 based on a family of four sharing
What was Included?
- An overnight stay in the Resort accommodation
- Tickets for this year’s pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk
- A buffet breakfast
- One day Waterpark tickets
- One day Theme Park tickets with access to selected attractions including CBeebies Land (on day of arrival)
- Evening entertainment including character meet & greets, shows and a festive cinema
TowersTimes were given exclusive access to take an in depth look at the Resort’s complete 2017 Christmas offering – have a browse of our galleries for an insight into the festivities or read our article for the full rundown!
