Alton Towers

Alton Towers is a theme park in Staffordshire, England. It is near the town Alton. It has seven large roller coasters and three smaller roller coasters. Theme: Escapism or escaping normal life Roller coasters Galactica - riders fly under the track. First flying roller coaster built by Bolliger & Mabillard. Nemesis - riders sit under the track. Oblivion - first vertical drop roller coaster [ 87 degrees drop ] Rita - 61 mph launched roller coaster. The Smiler - first roller coaster that turns riders upside down 14 times. Thirteen - riders travel forwards and backwards., and also has the first free fall drop. Wickerman - wooden roller coaster with fire effects. Other websites Media related to Alton Towers Resort at Wikimedia Commons Alton Towers travel guide from Wikivoyage Official website