Alton Towers Vlog July 2023

[@themeparkuk8504]

Nothing can beat walking into Alton after not going in for ages

[@Britishairwaysfan]

Wickerman fan yes bro welcome to the squad my whole channel is named Wickerblox

[@CC_543]

🫷🏻🫸🏻

[@Mr_Abztrak]

never been before im going tomorrow!! :)

[@laceylovessart]

@@Mr_Abztrakhave fun!

[@xxemeliax]

real.

[@richardrees8784]

Off to Alton in September after a looong wait since 1995 (opening of Nemesis) I CANNOT WAIT!!!!! Amazing USA Vlogs aswell guys, well done for completing all those parks You guys have the best life EVER!!!! thank you so much for taking us with you for the "ride"....xxxxxxx lots of love both xxxxxxx

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Have a great time!

[@PassoutProductions]

In relation to the towers ruins, wouldn't be surprised if it was linked to the current extensive work in preparation for scarefest. During my visit I saw many workers entering and exiting the Altonville mine tours as well as a lot of scrap coming out of the building. Hopefully this combined with the closure of the towers ruins means huge changes for scarefest 2023!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It'll be interesting to see!

[@stephenelliott7071]

Waterfalls are back!! Great to see Rapids getting some love at last lol.

[@lukeotter898]

The fact that they haven’t made a tea rooms out of the conservatories is just crazy.

[@invertedsoul8600]

So happy to see you back at Alton! I hope you enjoyed your USA trip!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you, it was epic!

[@IconicBezzos]

How was your Algeria trip?

[@michaelbline4881]

Loved seeing this beautiful park. Would love to visit one day if I ever get the chance to go to the UK. So much green space! I love it. The themeing of the rides were incredible. It really adds so much more to the ride itself. Like you said before, I really hope parks here in the states start adapting that. Anyways, another great vlog!

[@racheltomlinson5259]

Having grown up visiting the park it is truly special, nestled near the Peak District even the drive up to the park through a forest road is magical. The ruins and park is full of history which stands it apart from other parks

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Hopefully you can come and visit at some point!

[@heybigbender]

Alton Towers has inspired and kickstarted many a thusies obsession with proper Theme parks. I'm reaching my 40s and I still get butterflies when getting onto the monorail to the entrance. A truly magical park, and I hope Merlin have a proper plan to give the whole place some TLC to maintain that magic. It's eroded a bit over the years but it's still such a special place to so many of us!

[@StopGhozting]

Your finally back home and now just waiting for these updates from every parks. Recent vlogs were amazing

[@lisawilliams265]

great to see you guys back at Alton. my son Jayden is one of your biggest fans, we saw you at the carpark on way home, you were parked next to us. My sons over the moon you actually captured him on rita on your film!! keep up the great work and keep riding !!

[@lewzr07]

Good to have you back! One day I will be as lucky as you guys to live near alton and have a merlin pass. You can do UNLIMITED VLOGS!

[@harrygilbert2971]

Yes mate, whent there last summer absolutely scorching 40°C. Loved it there.

[@ruthcousins6031]

Currently visiting Europa Park- only because we watch your videos! So glad we are - it’s amazing!! Thanks for your vlogs, as we only heard of it because of you.

[@catmora2228]

Visited last Saturday was our first time on curse of Alton Manor and we were so impressed much better than Duel. Also loved the waterfalls being back on, on the rapids made the ride so much better. Just waiting for Hex to return now 🤞

[@EX-wy5kp]

It is so busy on school week! Everyone gets on 1-2 rides (three if you are lucky) 😅 Cannot wait to watch the rest of the video! 🎉

[@RMTheMan]

Hope you had a great day! While I loved the USA road trip, it’s lovely to see somewhere familiar for a change.

[@sallysmith2173]

I always enjoy watching your vlogs have done for years, your American trip was just amazing and the coverage you give is superb, you are always so informative and helpful to anyone travelling to there and you are so good to drive all those miles ! So glad you got the car sorted that day , just waiting to see your New York vlog ! Been there 18 times and still love it , best wishes to you both , you’re both amazing people xxxxx❤

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@lilangryknome]

I was in the park on a Saturday and it was very quiet compared to Friday. We managed to do loads of rides!!!

[@TheISOConsultant]

Hey guys! That was me, my fiance and some friends waving from the queue on Wicker Man. It was great to see you. Thanks for the amazing videos. Luke.

[@TheCoolGamersFN]

Awesome video! I love Alton Towers so much.

[@CharlieFarrow07]

Glad that you guys are back at Alton Towers! It is nice to see the waterfalls on the Congo river rapids operating again. Also, the eyes on the statue in the gardens was just not right.

[@theshapeLHB24]

It’s nice to see Sub Terra back open it definitely gives the capacity while Nemesis was under investigation and hopefully when the observation platform is gone they can reduce the wait time

[@SonicBoom123-x6q]

The Runaway Mine Train Is Quite a good ride and I love how it interacts with the Rapids

[@SonicBoom123-x6q]

Oblivion is an absolute monster of a rollercoaster

[@SonicBoom123-x6q]

Good To see you back at the King of all UK Theme parks Alton towers and the Curse of The Alton Manor is incredible along with Nemesis Subterra

[@lisamillward1283]

Soo happy to see you both travelled back and both safe and sound and back at Alton Towers🥰❤️ bet you miss the states though and there massive adrenaline coasters 🎢. Another great blog and still great weather for you both❤Keep riding 😊 sending loves to you both and all 🥰xx

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@AssumedYou]

Galactica is so underrated of a ride, I just think it's the theming but the entrance is really cool, and everything but the outside view hasn't got the best theming! Also, did you have a good time in the USA going to all those theme parks?!

[@AndyKirtland11]

It definitely is underrated, which I find hard to believe because I recall the day I visited Alton Towers during my school trip back over 21 years ago when it was known as Air and everyone who went on it absolutely loved it. I find it so unique myself because the ride is meant to make you experience flying in the air like superman or woman.

[@AssumedYou]

@@AndyKirtland11 yea

[@Anna-pu7hx]

Agree with you both super underrated 😊such a unique ride. Feels like your flying through the trees, it's my absolute favourite

[@Harry_with_a_Y]

Galactica is great but I recommend holding on to the restraints especially on that long inverted section

[@Marc-xc9uo]

@@AndyKirtland11yea, I love it for that reason!

[@iMizzy777]

Reasons why I love every ride at Alton Towers The smiler: airtime Oblivion: drop Wickerman: statue Nemisis: loops Rapids: wet 13: indoor drop Runaway mine train: the speed Galactica: legit flying Rita: launch

[@suerichardson4381]

That view never grows old 1:38

[@jamesbirkenhead876]

I'd love to see Galactica get a more appropriate theme when Nemesis reopens. Removing the VR just defeats the point of the galactica retheme

[@Kieben1112]

So good to have the waterfalls back on

[@JabbieYT]

I was there that day, unfortunately didn’t see you there but I was in the oblivion station, thunder went off and the power went out, lights went out but only for a second.

[@deffonotaginger]

Going next Wednesday with school and I can’t be more excited

[@suerichardson4381]

Love the lights with the books 10:36

[@smlnsgd4u]

Y'all make me want to visit the UK...I'm a theme park enthusiast myself! In fact, I work at one here in the states 😊

[@beans8757]

love the alton towers updates, was so excited for this one as i’m going this month (: xx

[@MrSavageFoxVR]

Definitely agree with Galactica does need a refresher

[@scottsvox1371]

So happy themepark worldwide are back at alton towers

[@suerichardson4381]

Love the gravestones, it keeps you entertained in the queue line 22:51

[@staceywarner4910]

Loved seeing your reactions to the storm as we were there and it was definitely one of the most surreal / memorable moments from a park that I've ever had. Pretty sure from watching this we managed to be at the opposite end of the park to you all day 😂 Loved getting back on Curse twice. Such a phenomenal ride. It was ride 5/6 for me and I only just noticed Emily disappearing on the Swing!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

There's some awesome effects in Alton Manor that we love!

[@benjaminbmtps]

you always put so much time into and effort to make your videos it is amazing keep up the good work and I hope you had a good day out

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@smartiepants9.068]

Been watching you for years, I’m in the park today and was really hoping to bump in to you I’m from Essex so Alton isn’t exactly 5 mins down the road 🤣. Love your vlogs, both of you keep up the good work and on a plus side… once the British theme park museum opens (future) you already have a guest.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@Xanlam]

‘Chew chew’ is what they always say on the Runaway Mine Train - it’s part of the joke. Meant to be very camp. Regulars love it. Seems you are walking way more than we ever do. Perhaps take the sky train between the key zones and do one section at a time? If you’re there for rope drop, you can usually get Smiler and Oblivion both done in about 20 minutes. Should easily get the big six done before about 2pm. Provided you’re in the queue for something at park close time, you will be allowed to ride.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Unfortunately the skyride is closed all of 2023 as we would use it!

[@lukemalley456]

Hi Sean. I’m so happy to see another Alton towers video. Your videos help me get through the anxiety I have been suffering with for years. On Sunday and Monday (July 23rd and 24th) I am making my first trip to Alton towers on a birthday trip for my 14th( I am 14 and live in london) and I already know so much about the park thanks to you. I was just wondering if you were coming to the park on any of those days it would make my birthday trip incredible

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you! Have a great time, there's a change you may run into us!

[@lukemalley456]

@@ThemeParkWorldwide that would be amazing

[@x.elliee__x]

glad ur back!! ❤️ hope you had the best time on that trip!

[@thecakecadet8450]

New Vlog get in there!! The content you guys provide us is absolutely outstanding never disappoint us well done guys❤️❤️

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@leoharte6865]

I'm going on Sunday and Monday so it's looking good

[@RedCatTrain]

When I went to Alton Towers in April, Galactica was a 30 minute wait, and when I came off it, it went up to 1 hour! Great video

[@RedCatTrain]

Also, you are right, the retrosquad are annoying

[@CatsnCoasters]

I was there the Sunday before and the queuetimes were moderate. Managed to get multiple re rides on Curse and Congo... Waterfalls make all the difference but still didn't get wet!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Sundays is the best day at the moment!

[@JoeSharkey-u2i]

Great to see a video at the classic Alton Towers!

[@jackiepage6897]

28:19 I thoroughly enjoyed your American Road trip. It was wonderful to see you both enjoying your self's

[@suerichardson4381]

Love the interactions on The Smiler 47:08

[@AudiophileTommy]

Man !! You guys didn’t even get unpacked before hitting the UK parks 🎉

[@Joshuaskibiditoiletrizz]

Completely right about curse at Alton manor its what Alton needed! Lovely to see you guys back again too

[@jorisbonson386]

Oh good god no...

[@Joshuaskibiditoiletrizz]

@@jorisbonson386 fair enough you are entitled to your opinions

[@jorisbonson386]

@@Joshuaskibiditoiletrizz As are you

[@DecandChloe]

Great vlog guys! We were here the same day doing our first theme park vlog! 😄

[@chezbur4gr]

21:37 the Katanga canyon soundtrack is the best towers soundtrack in my opinion

[@gracethorpe9178]

That girl on that picture on that creepy ride when she jumped at us I actually screamed she scared the absolute life out of me 🤣I refuse to go on this at Alton towers got in the queue and walked back out🤣🤣

[@SonicBoom123-x6q]

Curse of The Alton Manor New Effects Are Looking Great for the ride

[@joannebell2876]

Fantastic Vlog Shaun and Charlotte Thankyou I must go to Alton Towers soon 👍

[@LukasKG12]

The USA road trip was amazing!

[@ThrillRidevibes]

everything is BRILLIANT !!

[@_chaosvtic]

omg yesss! i'm so glad you uploaded i'm going alton towers this thursday and i can't wait. :)

[@Kayla-sr3kn]

I went on Thursday last week, got on the smiler wicker man blade and curse at Alton manor.. did okay!!

[@CJ-1987]

Went with my girlfriend on Monday hoping to enjoy a day there without our kids…unfortunately for us every school in England was there and it rained. Ended up leaving at dinner was terrible! 90 minute queues on a Monday off peak :(

[@Amusementnational]

The towers should be open as there doesn't seem to be any issues with them. Hopefully congo has the rapids turned up now the waterfalls are back!

[@elidihritchie7990]

I'm so happy to see the water falls back on Congo river rapids

[@TheRatWhoLived]

Galactica is amazing, she just needs some TLC bless her heart A retheme or even a slight retrack would help her get back on her feet

[@aengusprice8869]

I’m going to towers for my first time on Monday and I cannot wait

[@Samuelburge37]

hey i was recently watching back one of mu old videos of me going to Alton towers in October 2015 and saw that the person checking my tickets was you. so ye thats pretty cool knowing ive met u irl

[@CLC-1000]

Such an underestimated park, but glad you enjoyed. 👍

[@CustomiZe_]

Definitely need a tearoom in the conservatories or make it a wedding venue.

[@rikspector]

Shawn and Charlotte, It's nice seeing you back a the home park Not being able to film on the dark ride is puzzling. Perhaps they don't want to spoil the surprise for the riders. Many of us would like to see it but we live all over the world. Why not an in house P.O.V.??? Everything is lovely when in bloom. It would be nice if they offered some insight about their future plans for the manor and gardens. Cheers, Rik Spector

[@themeparksandtransport]

On an inset day in May, I went with my friend and we were on our way there when we saw multiple school classes lining up on the side of the road… and then the million cars behind us. We still got lots of rides in! Also, why do I feel like the waterfalls will only turn on in summer?

[@gorgpagthegaminggod]

I got a photo with him on this vlog in the Congo River Rapids with my friends on my friend's birthday

[@Billyboy571]

Rode Smiler last Tuesday for the first time, in a different life I had been a prolific member of the RCCGB(USA tours etc) it’s one crazy ride! Either that or I’m outta practice🤔

[@theshapeLHB24]

I bet Rita is going to be the first one to go the LSM coasters by Vekoma might be the replacement in two years time

[@suerichardson4381]

It does add a different vibe 19:06

[@basicqlycarter]

last week i came with my school and thanks to your videos i found out about the single rider line, we managed to get 4 or 5 rides on the smiler in total, although i dont think i could do it that many times in one day again 🤕😆😆

[@DjMossy]

I always had a walk inside the towers. I really wish they would restore the building. I can remember the model train set in one of the rooms.

[@gameswithfriends7]

Another great video. Glad you enjoyed your USA trip. Keep up the great work

[@ericautd9320]

Looked an amazing holiday the parks look amazing

[@lambsauce221]

I'm going tomorrow with school! I'm really excited as I haven't been since October 2021. Very excited to ride the smiler for the first time (it was closed last time) :D

[@chrisbaker9767]

Excellent video Shawn and Charlotte from a summer visit to Alton Towers as we share all of the latest updates along with getting back on various different rides across the park. In this vlog, we also share our top tips for visiting Alton Towers this summer! We also talk about some of the recent changes across the park including the return of the waterfalls on the Congo River Rapids, some awesome new updates inside The Curse at Alton Manor, and much more! keep the good videos coming on the channel. 😀😀👍👍

[@Adam-eh1qd]

Wicker Man is my favourite ride no doubt but wouldn't you think at peak times they would do the pre-show for every other group to help the queue? its always going to be a bit slow because of the cloakroom but then the pre show every single time.

[@thebozboz]

Nice vlog. I'm taking my 11 year old up to Alton Towers in two weeks on the train from London and staying at the hotel, her first time there. She isn't 1.4m so shame Hex is still down. Would love to see you do a full gardens tour vlog at some point!

[@nbvhoho2738]

So glad the water is bad Just the joy of noise

[@attractionshubno1]

Great Vlog as always Shawn and Charlotte

[@coolchick7197]

Thorpe was quiet on Saturday!! Longest queue was an hour but stealth is on 1 train service….

[@mrcarlroberts2008]

I know it probably wont happen but I would love to see a new advert for the Nemesis retrack, like an updated version of the original advert "SIT BACK, ITS FRIGHT TIME!"

[@Harveymeek65]

I was so happy that I was able to meet you at the exit of galactica and I also saw myself a couple of times in the galactica station

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Great to meet you!

[@Kimari91]

When we went in March at the opening of the season the pleasure gardens and follies were looking very neglected. There are so many possibilities for improving the offer and experience beyond the thrill rides - how lovely would it be to have a tea rooms with proper meal options in the old glasshouses, particularly for parents and grandparents? - but they just seem pathologically incapable of taking proper care of the place.

[@milesban12]

Went last Monday was pretty gutted we only got to do 5 rides, my first time ever at Alton towers too, hope next time I go we get a lot more done

[@fiomidemeteor9776]

We went to AT the day after the storm hit, the debarked tree was a sight to behold as they hadnt had time to cleany chop away the base yet and you could clearly see it had been hit by lightning! I hadn't put two-and-two together about the ride closures untill I talked to the Galatica crew (sorry Shawn but it is my favourite) and they told me that thr ride itself was fine but some of the CCTV cameras and saftey sensors had been damaged and that's why it couldn't open. No wonder it took so long for stuff to get fixed if every ride needed new cams and sensors - makes me curious how empty the spares cuboard was after that day! Still had a good day with my buds and got to go again a few days after for free so I got to say goodbye to all my favourite rides before I moved a few hours away from AT (Palutons is my home park now)

[@paulshuttleworth6261]

Wish you put this out before I went last Friday. It was bloody rammed!

[@norfolkpyro1422]

Watching this after you announcement is exciting for the future 😊

[@iguessso974]

I was late to school today and got the most stupid punishments for it and you guys always make my day

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Sorry to hear that

[@liamcollinson5695]

I do wonder/hope that project horizon will have a inside themed land like Arthur at Europa park with some themed flats

[@HannahRosey]

I am coming here on August 18th for my birthday! I can't wait hope to see you both there 😂🎉 Love your videos 📹 ❤️ I'm from Leicester btw lovely to always see you both doing videos 😊🎉🎢 x

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Have fun!

[@Hayyan28]

Love the new outro music ❤

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you!

[@waynegreenwood9819]

I bet you still remember the safety training shawn. Would be funny if AT did ask you to help people evacuate of the coasters lol

[@Kate-su3zb]

cannot wait to go next week!!!