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🏰 The Towers

Alton Towers Resort

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The Towers area is the historic heart of Alton Towers, home to the atmospheric Hex dark ride, the beautifully restored Royal Carousel, the twisting Spinball Whizzer, and the family-friendly Gangsta Granny: The Ride.

🎠 Rides & Live Queue Times

🕵️ Gangsta Granny: The Ride

Closed

Dark Ride Opened 2021 Min. 0.9m

🎠 Royal Carousel

Closed

Carousel Opened 1860 Min. 0.9m

🌀 Spinball Whizzer

60m

Spinning Coaster Opened 2004 Min. 1.2m

🕯️ Hex · The Legend of the Towers

Closed

Madhouse Opened 2000 Min. 0.9m

📖 The Towers Articles

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Alton Towers: Gangsta Granny The Ride

Gangsta Granny: The Ride at Alton Towers is a multi-sensory dark ride based on David Walliams' beloved children's novel. Located in The World of David Walliams, this family-friendly attraction opened in 2021 and follows Granny and her grandson Ben as they attempt "the greatest heist in the history of the world" – stealing the Crown Jewels. Designed by Merlin Magic Making with input from David Walliams himself, the ride features immersive theming, vibrant animatronics, and special effects that bring the story to life. Built by Garmendale Engineering, the ride was originally scheduled for 2020 but opened on 17 May 2021 after pandemic delays. With a height restriction of just 0.9m,...

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Alton Towers: Hex – The Legend of the Towers

Hex · The Legend of the Towers at Alton Towers is a unique dark ride that tells the chilling story of the Chained Oak, based on a real local legend. Located within the historic Towers building, this Vekoma Madhouse combines immersive storytelling with a disorienting psychological illusion. According to legend, a beggar woman cursed the Oak after being denied shelter by the Earl of Shrewsbury, predicting that his family would die with every branch that fell. The Earl chained the branches to prevent them from falling. As you enter the ride, you're led through themed rooms building suspense before the main experience: a circular room that rotates while the seating...

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Alton Towers: Royal Carousel

The Royal Carousel at Alton Towers is a beautifully restored historic carousel built in 1860, now located in The Towers area near the main entrance. This charming attraction features intricately carved wooden horses and ornate details showcasing craftsmanship from a bygone era, with riders able to choose between sitting on beautifully painted horses or in elegant carriages. The gentle up-and-down motion is accompanied by traditional fairground music, creating a timeless, nostalgic experience. In 2018, the carousel was relocated to The Towers area as part of a major refurbishment, preserving its original features while making it accessible to a new generation. With a height restriction of just 0.9m, it's the perfect...

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Alton Towers: Spinball Whizzer

Spinball Whizzer at Alton Towers is a thrilling spinning rollercoaster that combines the excitement of a coaster with the unpredictability of a spinning ride. Located in Forbidden Valley, this Maurer Rides creation has been entertaining families and thrill-seekers since 2004. The ride is themed around a giant pinball machine, with bright colours and playful theming creating a fun, energetic atmosphere. Each car seats four riders in a back-to-back configuration, with freely rotating cars that create a different experience every time you ride. Between 2010 and 2015, the ride was themed as Sonic Spinball featuring Sonic the Hedgehog, before reverting to its original theme with new IMAScore music. With a height...

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🏠 All Areas 🌲 Dark Forest 👾 Forbidden Valley ⬇️ X-Sector 🏞️ Katanga Canyon 🏴‍☠️ Mutiny Bay 🏰 The Towers 🧸 CBeebies Land 🌲 Gloomy Wood