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Alton Towers Resort’s newest attraction based on his best-selling novel, Gangsta Granny. David signed off the attraction ahead of its opening on May 17, before welcoming six local schoolchildren to be the first in the world to experience the unique ride.

A rollercoaster fanatic who has vertigo has made history after riding the same ride 64 times in six hours.

Alton Towers, a theme park in Staffordshire, has just unveiled a Cadbury-themed room with purple furnishings that match the confectioner’s Dairy Milk packaging.The sweet suites are perfect for families because they can cater to up to six guests at a time.In the Willy Wonka style lodgings, which have cogs and dials on the wall, there’s a double bed, double sofa bed and pair of bunkbeds.And that’s not all, thrill-seekers staying in the suite can play a game that involves finding a secret stash of chocolate.Bars have been hidden in the room and guests must complete puzzles and follow clues in order to locate them.Janet Gurr, Hotels and Accommodation Development Director said: “We were really excited to partner with Cadbury to create our new

Alton Towers.The Coronation Street actor removed his face covering as he enjoyed the thrill of riding one of the park's most famous attractions, rollercoaster Nemesis, on Thursday.Jack, 32, filmed videos of the rollercoaster going around the track for social media before he joined the queue with girlfriend Hanni Treweek, 31, and took to the seats themselves.After their adrenaline rush on the ride, Hanni was not happy when the pair went to view their ride photographs.She had discovered that Jack had taken his mask off as they boarded the ride.Hanni said: "He's taken his mask off and he's not meant to! It's just me."However, Jack found the situation amusing and erupted into fits of laughter at the pictures.Jack also filmed himself and Hani

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd was in trouble with his girlfriend for not wearing a face mask when they visited a theme park this week.

KATIE Price was left disappointed on her trip to Alton Towers - after she wasn't allowed on the spinning teacups. The 42-year-old star shared her trip to the theme park in her latest YouTube video telling fans: "I can't even go on the teacups." The star wound up with two broken feet after jumping off a wall at another theme park in Turkey last month and has been confined to a wheelchair and mobility scooter.

Jacqueline Jossa and husband Dan Osborne whisked their kids away for a fun weekend at Alton Towers.

KATIE Price's boyfriend Carl Woods romantically mounted her on her mobility scooter during a day out to Alton Towers. The pair were seen packing on the PDAs as they enjoyed a day out in the sunshine with the kids.

UK theme parks have re-opened their doors amidst the coronavirus pandemic, but a day out at the attractions will look very different.

For many of us a summer holiday abroad might feel like a pipe dream this year after everything that has happened.But that doesn't mean you can't still get out there and explore our own wonderful country.From the buzz of visiting Blackpool pier to exploring the Harry Potter-esque 'shambles' of York there is plenty to enjoy right here this summer.And one local coach company is determined to help people venture out again, safely, post lockdown.With a fleet of 22, this executive coach firm is ready to sweep you off to a new fun-filled destination this August.Originally set up in Manchester, before re-locating, the business is now making a return to the city with a new Eccles base.And to celebrate they are planning some top outings throughout

A survivor of the Alton Towers Smiler crash has had to postpone her dream wedding because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Alton Towers closed its waterpark after a number of staff members and guests complained of irritation to their eyes and throat.

Thrillseekers will be asked to wear masks and some rides will stay closed when Drayton Manor Park reopens on July 4 along with other theme parks in England.

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Top Gear has resumed filming, with Paddy McGuinness, Freddie Flintoff and Chris Harris embarking on an electric car race around an empty Alton Towers Resort.

Like other businesses, Alton Towers is preparing to introduce a number of safety measures and precautions for when it can finally reopen to its customers - from limiting the number of people on rides, to temperature checks on arrival.

Bored Brits will be pleased to hear that the UK travel and tourism industry is making tentative movements towards re-opening after the coronavirus lockdown.

Leah Washington’s life changed forever when she was injured in the Alton Towers Smiler crash.