Category Archives: 2013 News

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Alternative ‘lodge’ style accommodation plans have been withdrawn by Alton Towers

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Smiler News Round-Up

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

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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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The Smiler Track Construction Reaches Completion

With The Smiler track now fully assembled it’s nearly time to #getcorrected

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John Wardley talks theme parks and The Smiler

Following the release of his autobiography, John Wardley talked to local radio station Harborough FM about his career along with a few hints about new ride The Smiler

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Gardens Planning Application Denied

Staffordshire Council have refused Alton Towers Resort permission to install a number of new fences and guard rails around the Gardens area of the park

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April News Round-Up

Here we take a look at the news from the first few weeks of the 2013 season, including: snow, improvements, entertainments, food and more!

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Snow & cold weather continues to disrupt the Resort

With snow hitting the region hard, the Resort has had to take unprecedented action in response, affecting many guests at the start of the busy Easter holidays. UPDATE: Please note the resort is now open as normal

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