caffeinesplash
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I happened to get a picture on Sunday of that sign... it's not a problem for me personally, yeah it's worn but it gives authenticity to it in my opinion.
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2023: General Discussion
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ChristmasPud
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Ouch what happened to make it deteriorate that fast! Doesn't look like age alone to me. Although it will certainly be changed anyway next year.
It's always been a memorable sign just for how exaggerated and unnecessary it is!
It's always been a memorable sign just for how exaggerated and unnecessary it is!
RicketyCricket
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Really hope they keep the sign. Would hate to see it in a youtubers shed.
Also I've always wondered - did there used to be another bullet point in the middle of that sign? The gap between the two looks too big.
Also I've always wondered - did there used to be another bullet point in the middle of that sign? The gap between the two looks too big.
WickerWonder18
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Does look like one has been scribbled out!
Was there one saying you have to be 1.4m?
Edit: Just checked, I'm wrong, always been 2 lol.
Matt N
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I think it’s always been two, but do correct me if I’m wrong there.
jmc
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There’s the original sign I believe. Text has been tweaked slightly. Whether they are the exact same signs or not i can’t confirm. No doubt some seasoned towers fans will be able to fact check
Thats not the same sign, that very one was installed permanently by the helix with slightly tweaked text and logo
Anyway, more broadly speaking, looking at these nice themed signs that the park used to install compared to the cheap vinyls they plaster at every inch and constitute it as ‘theming’ is quite depressing.
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Trooper Looper
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That original one with the old logo looked ace, heck, they all do! Hopefully they'll be kept or replaced by new ones just as good and as iconic for the years to come (Hopefully in a good way)!!
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AT86
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Has there been any visible prep work for Festival of Thrills out of interest? It’s due to start Monday and the description on the website is still pretty vague in terms of what it will entail.
Anyone know what they have planned and if it will be a different format to last years stages dotted about the park?
Anyone know what they have planned and if it will be a different format to last years stages dotted about the park?
Not sure if this is the right place but was hoping to visit on Friday 5th May but noticed it's during FoT, does this period get particularly busy on the week days? Ended up going on one of the delayed school trip Scarefest days last year which was awful. With no Nemesis plus everything I'm reading about the poor operations and rides breaking down left right and centre so far this season I'm hesitant to bother if it's likely to be busier than normal...
Also does anyone know if it's possible to redeem the rainy day guarantee on FoT days? Cheers
Also does anyone know if it's possible to redeem the rainy day guarantee on FoT days? Cheers
Queues are typically around 20-60 mins on Monday and Fridays and 15-45 on Tuesday-thursday
rickstar171
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Not heard or seen anything about it. Nothing on YouTube or social medias, website as you say is vague. With it having a Smiler take-over vibe they better hope they get Smiler up and running in time. Last year was several mini-stages across the park with music, this year could be the same or could all be on the bigger stage on the lawns. Entirely speculation of course as we've seen nothing about it.
AT86
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You can see which dates you can return under the rainy day guarantee by using the ‘book now’ option on this page:
Rainy Day Policy - Return Guarantee | Alton Towers Resort
If it rains at Alton Towers for more than an hour, you can come back another day for free! Check our Rainy Day Policy for more information and weather warnings.
www.altontowers.com
AT86
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I’m starting to wonder if it will be a bit of a lacklustre event. With no visible prep work starting and no mention of it on social media from the park when it all starts in 4 days it’s not particularly encouraging.
Edit: apologies for double post.
If Smiler isn't open they'll just scrap it
Danny
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Festival of Thrills feels like the stop-gap event cobbled together to promote something to bridge the gap into summer. I wasn't overly blown away last year.
No they won't.
No they won't.
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