The origins of the Towers themselves date back to the 8th century, although the theme park and hotels are slightly less historic! Follow the links below to learn a little more about our history, our place in the Community and our parent company, the Merlin Entertainments Group.
Community
Alton Towers has been contributing to the well-being of the local community for hundreds of years, and the Community Charter is a key document for us as we continue to grow and move forward.
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Merlin's Magic Wand
Merlin Entertainments welcomes over 32 million people to its attractions every year - many of them children.
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