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We're doing things a little different for our 2023 Discussion topic this year, with this first post being updated by the team as and when any major highlights/changes for the 2023 season are announced.
As well as this general topic, we also have dedicated topics for major upcoming changes, and where these are available they're stated and linked below.
So, here's what we know about 2023 so far...
You know 2023 is edging a little closer when the website is being updated with provisional opening times for next year! It's worth noting these are likely to be tweaked as the season progresses, so don't take distant dates as gospel just yet! However, the season is slated to begin on Saturday 18th March, with the final weekend of the main season bringing us Fireworks on the 3rd, 4th and 5th November.
As December rolled around, so did a major change to food and beverage at the resort. Following the outsourcing of F&B in the southern parks earlier in the year, food service company Aramark also officially took control of Alton's operations. Although there's been no change to menu content yet, it did bring immediate blanket price increases across outlets of at least 10%. 2023 will be the first main season of operation under this deal, so we await news of further changes (or price increases!). There's a dedicated topic which has followed the changes since it was first announced back in January 2022.
With Duel closing on 6th September 2022 after being "repossessed" and later boarded up for the remainder of the season, work is currently taking place to reimagine the ride for the 2023 season, complete with a new theme and name - The Curse at Alton Manor. We have a dedicated topic for the refurbishment, so please continue discussion on that over there.
After closing on the final day of the Fireworks in spectacular fashion, workers moved in quickly to start work on sprucing up Nemesis. A huge retracking project is taking place, with the majority of the ride's supports and track being renewed. Sadly the ride will be closed for the duration of the 2023 season ready for reopening in 2024, but we have a dedicated topic to continue discussion in as there'll be many eagle eyed fans following the ride's progress throughout next season.
With planning permission now approved, this year could see some changes on park ready for Project Horizon! As with all major projects, we do have a dedicated topic to follow the attraction's progress.
Last but not least, enthusiasts excitedly await the reopening of the bench. First appearing mid-way through the 2019 season, this colourful bench was abruptly closed for the 2022 season. Plans were in place for an extensive slat replacement programme, however much to our disappointment this has since been delayed until 2024. We look forward to an extensive teaser campaign across 2023, with the return of Nemesis supporting the return of this headline attraction.
Don't forget we post updates on our social media visits from the team's visits across the year. You can find these on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
As well as this general topic, we also have dedicated topics for major upcoming changes, and where these are available they're stated and linked below.
So, here's what we know about 2023 so far...
Opening times
You know 2023 is edging a little closer when the website is being updated with provisional opening times for next year! It's worth noting these are likely to be tweaked as the season progresses, so don't take distant dates as gospel just yet! However, the season is slated to begin on Saturday 18th March, with the final weekend of the main season bringing us Fireworks on the 3rd, 4th and 5th November.
Food and Beverage Changes - Dedicated topic available
As December rolled around, so did a major change to food and beverage at the resort. Following the outsourcing of F&B in the southern parks earlier in the year, food service company Aramark also officially took control of Alton's operations. Although there's been no change to menu content yet, it did bring immediate blanket price increases across outlets of at least 10%. 2023 will be the first main season of operation under this deal, so we await news of further changes (or price increases!). There's a dedicated topic which has followed the changes since it was first announced back in January 2022.
The Curse at Alton Manor - Dedicated topic available
With Duel closing on 6th September 2022 after being "repossessed" and later boarded up for the remainder of the season, work is currently taking place to reimagine the ride for the 2023 season, complete with a new theme and name - The Curse at Alton Manor. We have a dedicated topic for the refurbishment, so please continue discussion on that over there.
Nemesis Retrack - Dedicated topic available
After closing on the final day of the Fireworks in spectacular fashion, workers moved in quickly to start work on sprucing up Nemesis. A huge retracking project is taking place, with the majority of the ride's supports and track being renewed. Sadly the ride will be closed for the duration of the 2023 season ready for reopening in 2024, but we have a dedicated topic to continue discussion in as there'll be many eagle eyed fans following the ride's progress throughout next season.
Project Horizon (SW9?) - Dedicated topic available
With planning permission now approved, this year could see some changes on park ready for Project Horizon! As with all major projects, we do have a dedicated topic to follow the attraction's progress.
Bench Extensive Refurbishment - Dedicated topic available
Last but not least, enthusiasts excitedly await the reopening of the bench. First appearing mid-way through the 2019 season, this colourful bench was abruptly closed for the 2022 season. Plans were in place for an extensive slat replacement programme, however much to our disappointment this has since been delayed until 2024. We look forward to an extensive teaser campaign across 2023, with the return of Nemesis supporting the return of this headline attraction.Don't forget we post updates on our social media visits from the team's visits across the year. You can find these on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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