Alton Towers Resort is a theme park and resort complex in Staffordshire, England, near the village of Alton, complex. Originally a private estate of the Earls of Shrewsbury, Alton Towers' grounds were opened to the public in 1860 to raise funds. In the 1970s, a few rides were added and some of the themed areas were developed. Inspired by Disneyland, it was tra…
Alton Towers Resort is a theme park and resort complex in Staffordshire, England, near the village of Alton, complex. Originally a private estate of the Earls of Shrewsbury, Alton Towers' grounds were opened to the public in 1860 to raise funds. In the 1970s, a few rides were added and some of the themed areas were developed. Inspired by Disneyland, it was transformed into a theme park in 1980 with the installation of its first roller coaster and several new rides. The park has many attractions such as Congo River Rapids, Nemesis Reborn, The Smiler and Wicker Man. It operates a total of ten roller coasters and offers a range of accommodation and lodging options alongside the theme park. Facilities include Alton Towers Waterpark, Alton Towers Conference Centre and Extraordinary Golf.
Location: Alton, Staffordshire, England
Opened: 13 April 1860 (as country estate) · 4 April 1980 (as theme park)
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