Today, plans have been submitted by Alton Towers Resort for an extension to the Alton Towers accommodation offering. The proposal describes a plan for; 61 double lodges (122 units in total, each accommodating up to 5 people), 10 tree houses (housing up to 8 people), a restaurant, play areas, parking [...]
John Wardley, the creator of some of the most iconic rollercoasters in the country, is heading to Thorpe Park Resort on 30th March to give an exclusive Q&A session based around his autobiography ‘Creating My Own Nemesis’. Having been involved with some of the most successful theme park rides worldwide, [...]
The Alton Towers Resort has today revealed the Early Ride Time line-up for the 2014 season. Whilst much of the line-up is the same as what was available at the end of 2013, Oblivion has been added to the 2014 offering, something which will no doubt please many people. The [...]
Merlin Entertainments and the animation company, DreamWorks, today announced a multi-million pound collaboration to create a completely new and uniquely themed attraction in the heart of London, based on the beloved story of Shrek and friends. The attraction, based in County Hall, will immerse its visitors in an interactive journey [...]
After announcing details of the new drinks capsules for the 2014 season, the Merlin Annual Pass Team have issued an update on the situation regarding the whereabouts of the Privilege Pack which was promised to be delivered to Premium Annual Pass holders in time for the February half term. In [...]
After a three month wait the Alton Towers Resort has thrown open its doors for the first time in 2014. Despite worries about the recent stormy weather, guests were able to enjoy the full half term offering for the Moshi Monsters themed event. Guests were able to participate in a [...]
The Alton Towers Resort website has recently been updated with new ticket prices for the 2014 season with both individual and family tickets showing an increase from 2013 prices. Visitors to the ticketing page of the website are currently able to book an individual adult ticket for the main season [...]
John Wardley, the creator of many of Alton Towers’ most famous rides including Nemesis, Air and Oblivion, has today given a fascinating interview on BBC Radio 4’s Midweek. John discussed a range of topics from his family links to the entertainment industry, to his own work not only on some [...]
TowersTimes has today learned that Submission is to be retired before the start of the 2014 season. The removal of the ride has been part of the Park’s long term development plan so this announcement will not come as a surprise to fans of the park. Located in X-Sector, Submission [...]
TowersTimes are thrilled to announce the return of TowersTimes Events; bigger and better for 2014. After a week-long social media campaign and following the huge success of 2013’s Summer Sizzler and Scaremazing, we can now exclusively reveal details for our eagerly anticipated first event of the 2014 season: Nemesis@20. Join [...]
Details of the latest CBeebies Land attraction have been revealed on the CBeebies Land Facebook Page this evening. Based on the adventures of the popular character Tree Fu Tom, the Tree Fu Tom Training Camp, will take guests on an amazing adventure into Treetopolis. Using play, children will become Tree [...]
As 2014 begins we take a look forward at what the Alton Towers Resort has to offer over the next twelve months. Although there are no new developments for the thrill seekers amongst us, there is still plenty to look forward to with a new family development in CBeebies Land, [...]
