Hop into family fun! Our top tips for the ultimate Easter holiday at Alton Towers Resort

Easter weekend is just around the corner, and what better way to treat your little bunnies than with a fantabulous family day out at Britain’s Greatest Escape! With over 40 world-class rides and attractions, Alton Towers Resort is the biggest theme park in the U.K. offering you a whole host of activities fit for the entire family.  

We’re here to help you hop into Easter half-term the right way with our top tips on making the most of your next visit.  

 

1. Eggstra Special Preparation – Plan ahead using the official Alton Towers Resort app! 

Did you know you can pre-plan your day on our official Alton Towers Resort app using the ‘My Plan’ feature? Simply add in the members of your group plus the areas you’re interested in, and the app will suggests rides and attractions based on your party’s preferences! The Alton Towers Resort app also offers live ride times, an interactive map feature, digital ride photo downloading and options to upgrade your tickets.  

2, Hop into thrills faster – Upgrade your experience to the Fastrack lane!  

To maximise your time with us during your next visit, why not consider upgrading to a Fastrack Pass! These will give you priority access to some of our world-class rides and attractions and give you more time to explore everything the park has to offer. Different Fastrack options are available, ranging from Bronze, granting you access to some of our iconic family-friendly attractions, to Platinum, which includes he newly reimagined Nemesis Reborn! For those of you superfans out there, you can also upgrade to our new VIP packages for 2024, making you a true coaster celeb for the day. 

3. She’s back… 

Speaking of, the UK’s most iconic rollercoaster, Nemesis Reborn, is officially back with a vengeance in the newly revamped Forbidden Valley! Get ready to experience a fearsome creator, fury heightened with intense inversions and dominating drops in both the day and night as Alton After Dark is back for one more day on Saturday 30th March. Make sure to factor in plenty of time to ride as Nemesis’ fan-favourite status remains strong.

4. Spring sunshine or April showers – Be prepared for all kinds of weather! 

With Spring now in full swing, the weather can become unpredictable at times. Save your feet from a soggy stomp around the park and be prepared for all weather conditions! We recommend packing a raincoat and sunglasses…just to be on the safe side. If the rain does catch you out, don’t worry! Our Resort ponchos are available from select shops across the park.  

5. Keep your little bunnies entertained – Catch all new live entertainment! 

Experience new live entertainment at Alton Towers Resort this season! From exciting street teams to beloved CBeebies Land friends, there's something for everyone. Seek the truth in the newly revamped Forbidden Valley, join the Pirate Crew in high seas escapades and feed the flames with the Beornen in Mutiny Bay, plus the party guests of Alton Manor are back over in the Gloomy Wood for 2024!  

6. A Decade of Delight: Celebrate 10-years of the UK’s only CBeebies Land! 

That’s right! The UK’s only CBeebies Land is celebrating its 10-year anniversary throughout the 2024 season. To kick-start the occasion, Bluey, the Blue Heeler dog from the popular TV series of the same name, alongside her sister, Bingo, have joined the CBeebies friend line-up. Make sure to check the Alton Towers Resort for all our meet and greet timings so you don’t miss out!

7. Egg-tend the fun – Treat your family to the ultimate Easter holiday sleepover! 

Extend the Easter excitement by indulging in a short break at Alton Towers Resort! Starting from just £43 per person, immerse yourself in a world of adventure with a package that includes not only a delicious buffet breakfast but also fantabulous live evening entertainment, free parking, and a round of 9-holes of Extraordinary Golf! Plus, all hotel guests can gain access to the theme park via Galactica gate, placing you right in the heart of Forbidden Valley ready to ride Nemesis Reborn

While chocolate eggs are great, nothing compares to the enchantment of a fantastical escape to Alton Towers Resort this Easter. Treat your family to the ultimate Easter half-term, and we’ll see you soon!