Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

The Latest Breaking News from Alton Towers

The month that is busier than summer for UK theme parks

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Chessington discount codes for July 2025 – save up to £32 on tickets

Save on tickets and overnight breaks with these Chessington promo codes and offers

The Independent UK

Here’s where kids can eat for free this October half-term

These are the restaurants and supermarkets where you can save this half-term

The Independent UK

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Sewage leak shuts new Alton Towers ride on opening day

A spokesperson for Alton Towers said the incident was ‘unrelated to the new ride’

The Independent UK

Alton Towers unveils name of new 78ft tall ride with 'world-first' feature

A official opening date has not been released, but the record-breaking Toxicator is set to make its debut ride in the spring

The Independent UK

How to save money in the summer holidays - 20 easy ideas for parents

Try these quick tips to save money during the summer holidays, without compromising on fun

GoodToKnow

Daredevil grandmother, 72, who’s completed 5,000 parachute jumps becomes ‘chief ride tester’ at Alton Towers

Jackie Smith became the first woman to be part of the British Army Parachute Regiment in 1971

The Independent UK

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Legoland and Alton Towers owner plans to charge more at peak times

Merlin Entertainments says surge pricing will help offset decline in visitors since Covid pandemic

The Guardian - UK

Jimi Famurewa reviews Hainan House: Swimming against the tide of Chinese restaurant orthodoxy

To the uninitiated, says Jimi Famurewa, Hainan House can feel like learning a thrilling new culinary language

Evening Standard

Alton Towers makes ‘difficult decision’ to close popular attraction after 20 years

The Independent UK

National Lottery giving away £25 vouchers for Alton Towers, Lego Parks and more

The voucher is redeemable at hundreds of venues and attractions across the UK

Liverpool Echo

Pret A Manger digital head joins Legoland and Alton Towers owner Merlin Entertainments

Sarah Venning has previously held senior roles at the John Lewis Partnership and Heathrow Airport

Birmingham Post

Alton Towers launches sizzling summer deal, selling tickets from just £11

Those booking an overnight stay at the legendary theme park can also enjoy a full second day of rides and attractions for free.

Chronicle Live

VR entertainment group eyes new acquisition after completing $25m sell-off

Immotion Group has deals with the likes of The 02, Blackpool Tower and the owner of Alton Towers

Birmingham Post

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Wales Online

Alton Towers, Thorpe Park, Drayton Manor and more UK theme park opening dates for 2023

From opening dates and prices to new rides, here's everything you need to know to plan an adrenaline-fuelled day out

Nottingham Post

Alton Towers re-opening date 2023 confirmed plus full events programme for theme park

The line-up looks pretty impressive

Nottingham Post

Alton Towers' Nemesis ride is closing and thrill-seekers are 'gutted'

It was Europe’s first inverted rollercoaster

Chronicle Live

Blue Light Card: How it works, who is eligible and where it can be used

A number of retailers are offering discounts to cardholders including Asda, Cineworld, JD, Odeon, Halfords, Alton Towers and many more

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Liverpool Echo

Blue Light Card: Who is eligible and where can it be used

Asda has just reinstated 10 per cent off for holders and the card can get discounts at retailers including Cineworld, JD, Odeon, Halfords, Alton Towers and many more

Birmingham Post

Spin-out plans revealed for VR firm used by The 02, Blackpool Tower and Alton Towers owner

The group's revenue jumped and its losses were cut during 2021

Birmingham Post

Digital agency used by Alton Towers, the Royal Navy and Centrica eyes international expansion after £25m investment

CTI employs 175 people across its offices in Manchester and Lancaster

Daily Mirror

WIN four Merlin Gold Annual passes and prepare for the best year ever with The Mirror

We've teamed up with theme park giant Merlin to get you access all year round to some of the UK's biggest attractions, from Alton Towers and Chessington World of Adventures to SEA LIFE. Enter today and get ready for the fun to begin!

Birmingham Post

Revenue surges 135% at VR firm used by The 02, Blackpool Tower and Alton Towers owner

The company added that trading in its core location-based entertainment division in the second half was 'very encouraging'

The Independent UK

Alton Towers owner calls for Treasury to hold off on tourism VAT rise

Bosses at Merlin Entertainment said the planned increase in tax ‘will have a significant adverse impact’.

Birmingham Post

Alton Towers' owner Merlin to take control of Cadbury World

The Dorset-headquartered entertainment giant already owns Madame Tussauds, Legoland and Sea Life

1 2

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.