Monthly Archives: May 2013

The Smiler: A triumph of smiles… ALWAYS

The Smiler opened and corrected guests for the first time today, with a smooth and successful day reported by many smiling advocates

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Almost time to SMILE?

With rumours running rife of an imminent opening and visual cues suggesting the finishing touches are being made, is it time to grab your tickets and run to Alton Towers yet?

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Confusion, Support and Anger at Further Smiler Delays

Delays continually beset Alton Towers latest roller coaster as the ride fails to open for its announced launch date.

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Further delays to The Smiler’s opening

Further delays mean the Resort’s newest roller coaster will not open tomorrow as planned

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Alton Towers withdraws lodge style accomodation plans

Alternative ‘lodge’ style accommodation plans have been withdrawn by Alton Towers

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14th May 2013

As construction begins to wrap up the final finishing touches are now being built on the world first 14 inversion roller coaster. These photos were taken by Rob!

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Smiler News Round-Up

Missed any Smiler news recently? Check here for our key events you need to know about.

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11th May 2013

In today’s construction update, where the photos have been kindly taken by Rob, we take a look at the finishing touches that are now being done all across The Smiler site with opening date now less than 2 weeks away.

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The Smiler World First Revealed

Alton Towers reveal world beating element in a new promotional advert for The Smiler

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The Smiler: Get Corrected from May 23rd

Alton Towers revealed today that The Smiler will officially open on May 23rd!

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