Magic and Young Fun Rides

Squirrel Nutty Ride

Park Area: Adventure Land

Category: Children's attraction

First Opened: 1996

Ride Time: 2:40

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Squirrel Nutty Ride

Ride in an acorn aboard this treetop monorail pushed along by Squirrel Nutty himself. Wind your way through the trees on a jolly jaunt, perfect for the whole family!

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Park Area: Cred Street

Category: Children's attraction

Manufacturer: Mack

First Opened: 2006

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Discover Roald Dahl's magical world of confectionary on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The Ride at Alton Towers. Climb aboard the boat that sails along the chocolate river inside Willy Wonka's fun-filled factory, where you'll encounter all the colourful characters from the book, from Augustus Gloop to Veruca Salt and the unforgettable Oompa Loompas! Then jump inside one of the Great Glass Elevators for a ride that will take you through the roof and beyond!

There's Something in the Dung Heap

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

Ride Type: Play area

First Opened: 2007

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There's Something in the Dung Heap

Old MacDonald's completely unique play area is fun for all the family! Kids will adore exploring the four interactive play zones while Mum and Dad have a well-earned sit down! The Soil Albug Hall is an undercover dung dwelling where you can chase creepy crawlies on the interactive bug floor. Get lost in Mr Mushroom's Magic Maze, a fun-packed labyrinth suitable for all ages. Kids will love playing in The Toxic Bog, with lots of bouncers and slides to test out. And older kids will enjoy clambering in Cobweb Capers, a climbing zone complete with zip wires!

Driving School

Park Area: Cred Street

Category: Children's attraction

First Opened: 2006

Min Height: 1m

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Driving School

Drive mum and dad mad at Driving School on your Alton Towers break! Get into gear and make tracks in your very own car, PLUS once you've aced the course and passed your test be sure to pick up your very own Alton Towers driving licence!

The Gardens

Park Area: The Towers and Gardens

Category: Family attraction

First Opened: 1860

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The Gardens

In case you fancy a relaxing stroll or a peaceful picnic, be sure to explore the Alton Towers Resort Gardens for some valuable down-time. The gardens are renowned for their beautiful rolling lawns and well-kept flower arrangements.

Her Ladyship's Garden surrounds the grand estate of Alton Towers. Don't miss the Grand Conservatories, the pretty Swiss Cottage and the To Ho Pagoda, a replica of the oriental fountain in canton. And speaking of magnificent water features, The Bath Fountain is a must-see!

Entry to both the estate and the gardens is included within the price of your theme park tickets.

Berry Bish Bash

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

Ride Type: Play area

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Berry Bish Bash

Kids will love this fruity funhouse, filled with berry-blasting devices for some fantastic foam-ball fun! Practise your aiming and firing skills with the hand-operated catapults and fruit-shooters in this fruit-loopy play area with a difference!

Doodle Doo Derby

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

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Doodle Doo Derby

Choose your favourite farm animal and ride on this fun-filled roundabout, plus push the buttons to make your animal moo, squawk or baa! Great fun for inquisitive little ones!

Old MacDonalds Tractor Ride

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

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Old MacDonalds Tractor Ride

Explore Old MacDonald's Farmyard in your very own brightly-coloured tractor on this charming attraction which lets kids take to the wheel!

Riverbank Eye Spy

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

Ride Type: Boat ride

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Riverbank Eye Spy

Keep your eyes peeled on your very own canal boat as you drift along the river, trying to guess which animal you will spot next. This is a fun and interactive ride for little ones, with animal noises they will recognise and buttons they can press along the way!

Old MacDonald's Singing Barn

Park Area: Old MacDonald's Farmyard

Category: Children's attraction

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Old MacDonald's Singing Barn

Little ones will love this musical walk-through, where farmyard animals serenade you with the classic children's tune in their own unique way!

Frog Hopper

Park Area: Cred Street

Category: Children's attraction

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Frog Hopper

Hop aboard the Frog Hopper at Alton Towers, a classic kids' attraction which bounces little ones skyward on a cheery croaker caper!

Gallopers Carousel

Park Area: Cred Street

Category: Children's attraction

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Gallopers Carousel

All aboard this traditional merry-go-round, where you can ride one of the colourful horses, or sit in one of the beautifully painted carriages. This classic family favourite will delight riders of all ages!

Heave Ho!

Park Area: Mutiny Bay

Ride Type: Pirate Ship

Min Height: 1.1m

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Heave Ho!

Take to the high seas on Heave Ho! at Alton Towers! Little pirates will love the spinning tug boat as it navigates stormy seas on this rocking family ride!

Live Shows

Park Area: Mutiny Bay

Category: Show

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Live Shows

Check out the fun-packed live shows at Alton Towers — pick up a schedule on arrival at the Park for accurate show times!

The Pirates of Mutiny Bay - Curse of the Red Skull
Shiver me timbers! This show is tons of fun for your family of buccaneers whilst on an Alton Towers break. With plenty of fire and splashtastic explosions — it's an absolute treasure for everyone! Showing every day in the Mutiny Bay Courtyard.

Fin's Pirate Academy
This is the best school you will ever graduate from! With sword fighting lessons, gruesome histories of crime and punishment, and a whole collection of tales about the world's most famous pirates, Alton Towers promises that this will be a lesson like no other! Showing on weekends and school holidays next to Sharkbait Reef.

Squirrel Nutty's Storytime
Get ready for story time with Squirrel Nutty! This firm family favourite is aimed especially at the little ones during your Alton Towers break. With the opportunity to have your picture with Nutty himself, this is an absolute must! Showing weekends and school holidays in Story Book Land.

Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs - The 4D Experience

Category: Children's attraction

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Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs - The 4D Experience

With a blizzard of super cool 4D effects, the magic of Ice Age 3 goes beyond the screen and right into the audience! Ice Age: The 4D Experience is fun for the whole family at Alton Towers. Hardcore fans will even get the chance to meet Sid and Scrat in Cloud Cuckoo Land Theatre.

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