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Alton Towers

The UK's most popular theme park featuring world-class roller coasters and family attractions set in stunning Staffordshire countryside.

Data last verified on 12 March 2026. Always confirm critical restrictions with the park on the day of your visit.

Alton, Staffordshire
Farley Lane, Alton

Quick Stats

Total Rides:
30
No Restrictions:
5
Adult Price:
£34
Child Price:
£34
Parking:
£8
Updated:
12 March 2026
Opening Hours
10:00 - 17:00 (seasonal variations)

All Rides & Attractions

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Battle Galleons

Interactive water battle between pirate ships. Expect to get wet! Seasonal operation.

Water
👥90cm
👤110cm alone
Low
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Bluey the Ride

Opening Spring 2026! Zierer junior coaster in CBeebies Land. Perfect first roller coaster for young children themed to the beloved Australian animated series.

Coaster
👤90cm alone
Gentle
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Bugbie-Go-Round

Gentle CBeebies Land carousel ride. Children under 100cm must be accompanied by an adult.

Family
👤100cm alone
Gentle
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Congo River Rapids

White water rapids adventure through the jungle. Expect to get wet! Seasonal operation.

Water
👥110cm
👤130cm alone
Medium
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Cuckoo Cars Driving School

Kids-only driving experience in Cloud Cuckoo Land. 30 miniature cars on a fun road course with bubbles, traffic lights and oversized characters.

Family
👤100cm alone
Max 140cm
Gentle
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Galactica

Flying roller coaster where you ride face-down, soaring through the air. Unique sensation of flight.

Coaster
👤140cm alone
Extreme
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Gangsta Granny: The Ride

Family dark ride based on David Walliams' book. Gentle boat ride through Granny's house with special effects and storytelling.

Dark Ride
👥90cm
👤120cm alone
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Get! Set! Go! Tree Top Adventure

CBeebies Land tree top adventure ride. Children under 110cm must be accompanied by an adult.

Family
👤110cm alone
Gentle
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Go Jetters Vroomster Zoom Ride

Spinning ride in CBeebies Land themed to Go Jetters. Gentle spinning fun for young adventurers.

Family
👥90cm
👤125cm alone
Gentle
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Heave Ho!

Swinging pirate ship ride in the Mutiny Bay area. Gentler than most pirate ships, suitable for younger children.

Family
👥90cm
👤110cm alone
Low
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Hex - The Legend of the Towers

Mind-bending madhouse experience set in the ruins of Alton Towers. Features a rotating room that creates the illusion you're upside down.

Dark Ride
👥90cm
👤120cm alone
Medium
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In the Night Garden Magical Boat Ride

Gentle boat ride through the magical world of In the Night Garden. Children under 100cm must be accompanied by an adult. Perfect for babies and toddlers.

Dark Ride
👤100cm alone
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Justin's House Pie-O-Matic Factory

Interactive CBeebies Land ride themed to Justin's House. Fun factory-themed experience for young children.

Family
👤90cm alone
Gentle
👨‍👩‍👧
Marauder's Mayhem

Spinning flat ride themed to marauding pirates. Cars spin on a rotating platform for a dizzying experience.

Family
👥110cm
👤130cm alone
Medium
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Nemesis Reborn

Legendary inverted coaster, reborn in 2024. Your feet dangle as you tear through loops and corkscrews at up to 50mph. An absolute classic.

Coaster
👤140cm alone
Extreme
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Nemesis: Sub-Terra

Terrifying underground experience beneath the Nemesis pit. Plunged into darkness with sudden drops and jump scares.

Dark Ride
👤140cm alone
High
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Oblivion

World's first vertical drop roller coaster. 87.5-degree drop into a dark hole. Brief but terrifying.

Coaster
👤140cm alone
Extreme
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Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure

Perfect first roller coaster for young children in CBeebies Land. Gentle drops and turns themed to the Octonauts.

Coaster
👥90cm
👤110cm alone
Gentle
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Peter Rabbit Hippity Hop

Gentle bouncing ride in CBeebies Land themed to Peter Rabbit. Fun for young children.

Family
👤90cm alone
Gentle
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Raj's Bouncy Bottom Burp

Gentle bouncing ride in CBeebies Land. Fun bouncing drops for young children.

Family
👥90cm
👤110cm alone
Gentle
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Rita

Launched roller coaster accelerating from 0-100km/h in 2.5 seconds. One of the UK's fastest accelerating coasters.

Coaster
👤140cm alone
Max 195cm
Extreme
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Royal Carousel

Classic carousel ride. Children under 130cm must be accompanied by an adult.

Family
👤130cm alone
Gentle
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Runaway Mine Train

Classic mine train coaster with drops and turns through wooded terrain. A family favorite since 1992.

Coaster
👥110cm
👤130cm alone
Medium
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Skyride

Cable car ride offering aerial views across the park. No height restrictions. A relaxing way to travel between areas.

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Spinball Whizzer

Wild spinning roller coaster themed to a giant pinball machine. Great stepping stone between family and thrill rides.

Coaster
👤120cm alone
Max 195cm
Medium
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TH13TEEN

World's first vertical freefall drop roller coaster. Features a surprise indoor section. Best experienced without spoilers!

Coaster
👤120cm alone
Max 196cm
High
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The Curse at Alton Manor

Spooky dark ride through the haunted Alton Manor. Journey through twisted rooms with spectacular special effects and frights.

Dark Ride
👥90cm
👤110cm alone
Medium
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The Smiler

World record holder for most inversions (14) on a roller coaster. Intense, relentless, and only for serious thrill-seekers.

Coaster
👤140cm alone
Extreme
Toxicator

NEW 2025! UK's first suspended Top Spin standing 78ft tall. Riders face outward with legs dangling as the gondola flips and holds face-down.

Thrill
👤140cm alone
Max 195cm
Extreme
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Wicker Man

UK's first wooden roller coaster in 20 years! Features a flaming Wicker Man structure you pass through. Incredibly smooth and thrilling.

Coaster
👤120cm alone
High

Rides by Height Requirement

5
No Restriction
Perfect for all ages
12
Under 110cm
Great for young children
6
110-140cm
Adventure starts here
7
140cm+
Thrill rides

Location

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Address

Farley Lane, Alton
Alton
ST10 4DB
United Kingdom
Lat: 52.9875
Lng: -1.8931

Complete Park Guide

Complete Park Guide

Alton Towers Height Guide

Alton Towers is the UK's largest and most popular theme park, offering an incredible mix of thrilling roller coasters and family-friendly attractions spread across 500 acres of beautiful Staffordshire countryside.

Sections
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Organized insights

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Highlights
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Need-to-know tips

Family Planning

Perfect for Families

With 2 rides having no height restrictions and 8 rides suitable for children under 100cm, Alton Towers caters exceptionally well to young families while still offering world-class thrills for older children and adults.

Height Strategy

Height Breakdown

Perfect for babies and toddlers:

No Height Restriction

  • Gangsta Granny: The Ride
  • Hex - The Legend of the Towers
  • Marauder's Mayhem
  • And 5 more gentle attractions

90cm and Under

Great first rides for little ones:

  • Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure
  • In the Night Garden Magical Boat Ride
  • Get Set Go Tree Top Adventure
  • Bluey's Big Play (Spring 2026) - COMING SOON! World's first Bluey ride
  • Plus CBeebies Land attractions

100-110cm

Where the excitement begins:

  • Spinball Whizzer
  • Runaway Mine Train
  • Battle Galleons
  • Raj's Bouncy Bottom Burp

Thrill Rides (120cm+)

World-famous roller coasters:

  • The Smiler (140cm)
  • Nemesis Reborn (140cm)
  • Oblivion (140cm)
  • Wicker Man (120cm)
  • Galactica (140cm)
  • Toxicator (140cm) - NEW 2025! UK's first suspended Top Spin

Planning Tips

Best Times to Visit

Quietest
Weekdays during term time (September-November, January-March)
Busiest
School holidays, weekends in summer
Tip
Arrive 30 minutes before opening for shortest queues

Family Planning

Top Tips for Families

  1. Start at CBeebies Land - Quietest first thing in the morning
  2. Download the app - Check real-time queue times
  3. Fastrack tickets - Worth it on busy days for popular rides
  4. Height measurement - Get a wristband at Guest Services to avoid repeated checks
  5. Lunch strategy - Eat early (11:30am) or late (2pm) to avoid peaks

Guide Section

Facilities

  • Baby changing - Multiple locations including CBeebies Land
  • Nursing rooms - Private facilities available
  • Height check points - At park entrance to get wristbands
  • Accessibility - Excellent disabled access throughout
  • Food - Multiple restaurants, cafes, and snack bars

On the Ground

Getting There

By Car
M1 Junction 28, then follow A38/A52 (1.5 hours from Birmingham, 2.5 from London)
By Train
Uttoxeter Station (10 miles), then taxi
Parking
£8 per day (book online for discount)

Planning Tips

Money-Saving Tips

  • Book tickets online at least 7 days ahead for best prices
  • Annual passes pay for themselves in 2-3 visits
  • Bring packed lunch (free lockers available)
  • Check for 2-for-1 deals with Kellogg's/Cadbury vouchers