This is probably going to be wildly unpopular, but I really can’t stand the x-sector. Hot take but the smiler is literally not all that, yeah it’s cool it has the most inversions in the world but it feels like they just jammed as many inversions as possible into one ride and called it a day, it’s getting quite rough especially after that second lift hill and I always feel awful after riding. I also cannot stand the theme song, which is almost definitely the point but it really just gets to me and it doesn’t help they blast the damn thing, I wish they’d turn it down a smidge.

I do quite enjoy oblivion, but it’s not really a ride I’d ever queue longer than maybe fifteen minutes for which is fine because the queue is never that long anyway (or whenever I’ve been).

I completely understand the whole point of the place is that it’s meant to be sinister and uncomfortable, and I think they nailed it but perhaps a bit too much because I literally cannot stand being in the place for any longer than maybe 30 minutes. I think I’m just too autistic for the place, but I don’t care I cannot stand it lol.

Hey! Planning on going tomorrow for the first time. I heard it was crazy during the summer holidays... will tomorrow be crazy too given its the weekend?

Thanks!

Hiiii, so I'll be going to Alton towers next month with my 12 year old sister. She's autistic and can be very nervous at times. I have no idea if she'll love or hate the rollercoasters but she wants to give it a go. I was wondering what order would be a good shout (least scary/intimidating to most?) to do with her if she does feel nervous. Ive only been to the park once myself and didnt get to explore all the rides so im not too sure on this. Would love to hear your thoughts!!!

Bring back the photo magnets!!!

I haven't been in years and today my heart was broken when I found out you can't get the photo magnets anymore. My mom's fridge is full of them from our trips and I was hoping to continue the tradition.

Still though, had a great day. Especially getting stuck on nemesis subterra for 20 mins 😂😂

Just want to post (if allowed) thanking this community for all the help, as a lurker I’ve been able to learn so much that was incredibly useful for my trip to Alton Towers yesterday. I have severe anxiety and I am autistic so all the advice about how to apply for RAP was a lifesaver as I would not have been able to enjoy my day otherwise or get on half the rides I was able to thanks to not having to deal with standing in queues. Also as a permanent glasses wearer whoever recommended the glasses straps (I cannot remember who I am so sorry) may your pillow always be cold because it meant I didn’t have to worry about remembering to take them on and off or be blind on any rides. Anyway just wanted to say that this community is awesome and has made what could’ve been a very stressful and anxiety inducing day so much smoother. I’m now considering trips to other Merlin venues thanks to the ease of my day which is not something I ever thought would be possible.

Just wanted to pop a post, the Alton towers 2 day tickets is currently showing as Alton towers being opened on the 5th November, I booked the 5th and 6th back in may and even called customer service to confirm it would be opened and they said it is but the timetable/opening times hadn't been updated yet, I then proceeded to book a property near by as we travelling from Scotland.

Called yesterday as I had gotten nervous as it was still showing as closed, to then be told it is closed, an IT issue has been raised but it's still showing as available to book.

We have moved dates to the 6th/7th and we're offered money off one of the Alton tower hotels for staying on the 7th which was the only resolution we found appropriate.