Alton Towers Vlog April 2018

Join us in our latest vlog from Alton Towers where Shawn & Charlotte spend the day at the park enjoying a variety of our favourite rides and attractions. We share a mixture of on and off ride footage from across the park including a look at the many different refurbishments throughout the themed areas for the 2018 season. This includes a look at the new features on Duel: The Haunted House Strikes Back, the Nemesis Station refurbishment and much more.
We also enjoy Wicker Man and share off ride footage of the parks new wooden roller coaster in action. We also jump on board The Skyride for an aerial view of Wicker Man and the surrounding area. All of this and more in our most action packed vlog of the season so far from Alton Towers!
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[@Smiler150497]

Alton Towers getting rid off single riders reminds me off Apple removing the headphone jack. A useful tool unnecessarily removed for profit smh.

[@barneymatthews3221]

Smiler 15 logo friend

[@bulletnotloaded3586]

Tbf many people were misusing it to get shorter queue times

[@bloxaideguy]

​@@bulletnotloaded3586that's how it works... you're supposed to use it if you have only one person in your group and yo7 don't want to wait in a longer line

[@christtototottottott]

As if some bellend spent £50 to put "I am the spirit of Nemesis" on a brick...

[@error-dc2ox]

Chris Dawson I was thinking that 😂

[@cycloneee2970]

Best.Comment.EVER!

[@DomWPC]

Amelia Gacha! yup...😂

[@spiggypop]

Chris Dawson 😂😂😂

[@caitlinpyle5158]

Just got back from Alton after going today, so quiet, and got to ride smiler for the first time!! It was amazing! Rode oblivion twice and did all the big rides

[@EmmaSpears]

I'm going to Alton Towers for the first time in a couple of weeks and I had no idea about the gardens! I will definitely make sure that I check them out, thanks Shawn.

[@TheLonelyGoomba]

I'd probably cry tears of joy if they removed the guns from Duel and focused on making it a really great ghost house like before. Was cutting edge back then, maybe they can have some more modern effects and make it stand up to modern standards,

[@euanjones7117]

TheLonelyGoomba I love your vids btw

[@glittabones]

That would be amazing. Same with Tomb Blaster at Chessington - hate the guns!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Now that would be amazing!

[@hinzy1978]

TheLonelyGoombòi

[@MeltedToast84]

I think the refurbishment is really good but I think if they made the lasers only on the monsters then that would be better

[@masterknife8423]

I think Duel should go back to being a normal ghost train. The new soundtrack doesn't fit the whole laser shooter premise

[@hollyhs3222]

Yes! Thank goodness good old Air has some of its rows back! Absolutely thrilled about that!

[@sophiamilson7189]

I put my picture with your mark on the park on my Instagram. Got a comment from Charlotte too ( I was very happy!) I'm glad that your channel is getting the recognition that it deserves!

[@hollyhs3222]

"Nice to see that family enjoying it too" Baby: WAAAAAH 😂😂

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Great timing!

[@scarlettmelodie5441]

The old duel music was a bop I’m so sad lol

[@West-Ham-Fan-20]

I know😭😫

[@Callumss17]

The new soundtrack is better

[@gyqz]

LOL....@0:32...guy waving at the camera and Charlotte turning around looking like "who the hell are you, then?' 8 quid for a Duel mug is kinda pricey, yeah. Well...there you go : the special connection you have with Alton Towers, I have with Efteling.....I've grown up up with it, seen the changes ( which some I indeed did not agree with in the beginning, but got to grow on me later on) and I will always support Efteling for their never ending endurance, quality and magical effect on people. Thank you for this amazing, entertaining video and beautiful look of parts of the castle itself!

[@lunaliz2308]

I LOVE ALTON TOWERS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!!!

[@Lordmrgrumps]

The problem with people seeing the gardens is they don’t have time due to the lack of hours the park is opened. It’s a shame really because they are stunning. Looking forward to that History vid buddy.

[@colehancock7146]

i am a year late lmao, and yeah. if you purchase a regular day pass, a lot of people just rush to do all the rides instead of fully enjoying themselves, like the towers, the gardens. but if you have a Merlin/season pass you don't have to worry which is nice

[@jackrawson5668]

stop going to Alton towers you’re making me jealous

[@xkeiraa6248]

Going here in August definitely going to go find your brick and take a picture with it. Going to look mad laying on the floor with probably my mum hovering over my face taking a photo but I’m committed 😂 I love you Shawn! Xx

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thanks for the comment! Make sure you send the photo in of you with our brick!

[@xkeiraa6248]

Theme Park Worldwide I definitely will! X

[@glittabones]

I'd definitely be interested in a video about the heritage of Alton Towers and the gardens etc. - looking forward to that. =)

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I look forward to filming one!

[@lordlyricalmaster2310]

glittabones y66yyy

[@DjShamusUK]

Nemesis: Sub-Terra was refreshing & we so need lots more with live actors & plently more like this, this country dont see enouth entertainment ilke this like the other parks in Europe ect,, The Wickerman is th way forward to & start concentraiting on making Great Theme Areas & start make it look out of this world, to me we lack so much & im sure would be a better hit ,, more side entertainment needed by far ;-)

[@oliverpalin7706]

watched every second of that it was very enjoyable

[@DJHARDSTYLEMASTER]

the park is defiantly starting to come back to life i totally agree but i would say give it a few more years and the park will stat coming back to life like it use to be being really packed

[@sealiobounce5377]

Back at this great park I just can’t get enough of this park and your channel

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you very much!

[@helloitsarthur]

Could you imagine if they made a Nemesis junior ride 😂

[@cycloneee2970]

Without any loops and the aliens on it would be baby aliens!

[@galrides934]

family inverted coaster 😂

[@coastercrazy1251]

Gal Rides there are so many of them like at Paltons park and Chessington

[@yvaine.8940]

😭

[@dumbbutagirlboss4839]

YAY FINALLY A FULL ALTON TOWERS VLOG THIS YEAR!! CONGRATULATIONS ON 100,000 SUBSCRIBERS SHAWN!!!!! 👏🏻

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you very much

[@zuntmotivation]

Going Alton Towers in 5 days and your video has made me even more excited!! Thanks TPW!! 😁

[@daviddelano-oakes1082]

Awsome episode dude and thanks for keeping us all updated on the changes at Alton towers and all the other theme parks you visit 😁😁😁😁

[@dogsquad283]

Yey! I love these Vlogs! 😁 👍 Thanks for making me happy when I'm feeling sad that I can't go to alton towers! Well not yet anyway. I've got the Merlin Annual Pass but I just NEED TO GO TO ALTON TOWERS NNNNNOOOOOOOWWWWWW! LOL! 😂

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thanks for watching

[@paullucas3174]

I was at Alton towers the day after this!! Also the cable cars where open.

[@lottie_9544]

I have been waiting for another Alton Towers video from you Shawn, so thank you!

[@willekec4437]

Your tour of the gardens sounds great! Can't wait for that. :)

[@hollyleather6144]

I’m going to Alton towers next month and I can’t wait to ride Wicker man!! 😁

[@lazyriderzz1383]

nemesis sub terra is closed cuz the alien ran away

[@jelly_pudding80]

Lol

[@cycloneee2970]

That sneaky fucker!

[@hydrosniperisanonce4034]

Lol 😂

[@AA-yy1lx]

ha ha ha ha

[@michaelh7453]

Great vlog as always, thanks for showing Nemesis as its one of my all time favourite rides and I have not been on it for years.

[@lewisandarchie7920]

It’s still great to see Nemesis Sub-Terra back open. 2018 is a throwback to when it was not being used but when 2022 came, they decided to clean it up and replace the flooring with new wood. When Nemesis is done, the platform will be gone and the rest of the queue line will be changed with the floor clear of weeds.

[@kornsteven8935]

Please do the video about the history of the towers and gardens will be interesting to watch

[@lukegreen5341]

Happy Easter Theme Park Worldwide Mate. X

[@x.ameliax9448]

Love your Alton Towers vlogs I’ve not been for over a year now. Your the only theme park vlogger that shows all the new things I’ve only been 2 so I wouldn’t notice a difference. So I’m glad you make vlogs about this stuff I’m going in 4 days so I’m gonna look at the plaza bricks

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you, stay tuned for many more videos from Alton Towers in the future

[@officialchefchenko]

Love this channel, been watching since 2016. Keep up the good work!

[@jakescales]

I love the queue for nemesis

[@georgiaxleigh]

jake scales in the strangest way possible it’s an enjoyable queue😂For example, I hate queuing for Rita, but I find the nemesis queue so good😂🤷🏼‍♀️

[@zachbladen]

Wheel covers were back on nemesis !

[@worthy563]

Just watched the whole vlog, nice to see the sky ride up and running! and once again, very good

[@Justsocool]

Keep up the great work. Love all your vids x

[@simoncornwall5169]

Shawn, why are you no longer working at Alton Towers, are you still working at a UK Theme Park, sad to not see you around

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I don't work at any of the parks now, but who knows I may go back and work at one in the future!

[@coolchick7197]

Nice to watch a vlog whilst having Fish Fingers and Waffles for my tea with plenty of Mayo!! Will be back down at Thorpe this weekend for my first ride (hopefully) on the walking dead the ride and the swarm on the back row

[@alfiejackson399]

Jenny Cousins-Allen is the swarm back with backwards

[@coolchick7197]

Alfie Jackson no it’s not! I prefer it forwards though

[@K1N9A8]

OMG THANKS SO MUCH ! im so exited im going in 5 days and your showing me what to expect thaks :]

[@catie33336]

this got me even more excited for my first visit on thursday! congratulations on 100,00 subs, a great way to celebrate.

[@euanjones7117]

Done a very back row on nemesis and it’s unbelievably more intense! Do like the views on the front though.

[@gypsymuffinABZ]

I miss Ripsaw.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

So do we!

[@AaronBestVideos]

Everyone does I never got to ride it was always a shorty but looks so fun

[@icedrop1812]

Gypsymuffin do they search u

[@diegotroyano9962]

1:56 lol the girl just stepped on all the bricks😂😂😂

[@oliwolfe8882]

Top vid again!!! Going down alton towers in a few week, park looking alot better this year can't wait get on wicker man 🙌🙌

[@owenc6961]

It would be good if they put all the new merch on the online store.

[@mvqhsrblx2428]

News: Forest fire at Alton Towers; Cause: Wicker man

[@RysAdventures]

the ending was brilliant. luv it

[@foxtrotkilomike]

Love the natural Roar you get from Nemesis, one of the good rides

[@paullucas3174]

I was “observing” the queue times for 3 weeks before I went. Is that bad?

[@kaden.thatsme.3582]

Congrats on 100k Shawn

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you very much!

[@AaronBestVideos]

Why do I like this ? Yo great vid keep up the great work been watching since august 2017 not long but loved the vids since

[@lilydixon1641]

Love your videos alway watching them i love alton towers

[@worthy563]

Called it! I knew you were gunna make a vlog on this park!

[@JammyJamie_tv]

The plaza looks a lot better! I would love to see a coaster train on the corkscrew track!

[@hollyhs3222]

Jamie Sutton I don't hey would be able to do that. It's would be awesome but probably end up a pigeon mansion and get dirty.

[@DoubleARay]

The train for corkscrew is in Heidi park on germany

[@joh.6288]

They should just make it a ride and don’t change anything about the track keep the same just with a train running on it

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

The trains are now running on Big Loop at Heide Park in Germany!

[@madstertdog18_m30]

I love how you do the best explanations for every bark and ride You've got such a good channel

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you very much

[@madstertdog18_m30]

Your welcome Your a good channel

[@maria-kp2qh]

Your videos are soooo well explained, i'm going Alton towers with my high school and I told my friends all I knew about alton towers they asked me how I knew so much and now you have new subs 💘

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you very much, have a wonderful time!

[@joh.6288]

Nemesis Sub Terra reminds me of Extra Terrorestrial: Alien encounter which was at Disney world. I think they will either demolish Nemesis Sub terra or reopen it. I think it’s a 20% chance of it being demolished and 80% chance of it reopening.

[@peterbikes]

Nemesis sub terra will never reopen as the ride needs a part which only the manufacturer can produce but unfortunately that manufacturer went bust a few years ago so that's the reason it's a sitting duck i only know this through asking one of the staff who told me the reason a few years ago

[@joh.6288]

peterbikes oh never mind

[@mattiejonesmusic117]

Wasn't it made by ABC Rides? If so then their website is still up and running

[@MoreThanFour]

Question, how much of the towers are they able to restore? How much will they? And how long will it take? I would go and pay extra to go and walk around maybe put old restore furniture in it would be lovely xx

[@peterbikes]

They are restoring the towers gradually it takes a long time because it's a grade one listed building any restoration requires planning permission and it's very costly to restore as it's a huge complex building but you can go around and look inside the building

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They are planning to keep restoring different sections at a time however it costs a fortune!

[@sophielou63]

i'm going to alton towers in a few days and i was really hoping you'd post a vlog, thank you for this!!

[@marlz7008]

Your Chanel is just getting better and better each time

[@IIMitchOMaticII]

Shawn would you ever do a reunion with some of the old theme park worldwide lot that have appeared over the years? Would be a great vid to get people like Martin back

[@user-in8ih5sc8d]

And Dean

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Martin is still a big part of the channel, we're going to Blackpool tomorrow in fact!

[@bristt9856]

Great video again, I have a question where would u rank/how u compare wickerman to the rest of the coasters at alton towers?

[@resetgaming241]

Freestyle TB Most likely second because in another video he made recently (I can't remember which) he said his top 3 rides in the UK are: 1. Swarm 2.Nemesis 3.Wickerman

[@bristt9856]

ReSeT Gaming oh yeah in the Thorpe park vlog, thanks

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I'd rate it in second place after Nemesis

[@bristt9856]

Theme Park Worldwide ok thanks👍

[@fortinevents]

I appreciate the fact that you narrate about the theming!! Keep it up.

[@nickel7227]

I get super excited when you and Charlotte upload a vlog at Alton towers! I’ve been going to Alton Towers since I was 9 and now I’m at the very old age of 21 haha, it’s given me so many special memories with friends/family and I absolutely adore going. Keep up the good work! Love the channel and hope to meet you both one day🌟

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you for watching!

[@sixstringhotshot88]

should have put the bricks in a wall instead.

[@jollytheseal1002]

We don't need no thought control...

[@thethemeparkgamers8545]

I'm ok with sub terra hope it opens

[@si247z]

the theme park gamers it’s now a scare fest ride I think 🤔

[@born2skydive172]

Hi Shawn love your Vlogs of theme parks & Kudos for finding and being with the beautiful Charlotte. Can't wait for summer

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

She sure is beautiful, thanks for watching!

[@chloewhite814]

I'd love to see a tour of the towers and the gardens, there's so much history in this theme park to be appreciated. Great idea :)

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I'll definitely film one this summer!

[@yeahboi7805]

Where is sealife because last time I couldn't find it and I'm going with my best friend for my birthday???

[@thecinematicmind]

It’s in Mutiny Bay I think

[@resetgaming241]

Your birthday is on June 5th so you have plenty of time to find out.

[@nachofreeze3807]

It’s right opposite the entrance for the rapids, just look on a map when you get there, pretty sure you get them for free when you go through the entrance.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It's located in Mutiny Bay, close to Wicker Man

[@yeahboi7805]

Theme Park Worldwide oh

[@spikewebb835]

100K woo-hoo!

[@chloewatts358]

Loved this vlog today!!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thanks for watching!

[@rhiannataylor639]

Yayyyyy been waiting for this new it was gonna be here soon 😂❤️❤️

[@themeparkenthusiast169]

#KFCMEGAWAVE4THEWIN

[@u.kcoasterenthusiast9900]

#ATTP

[@joannehague7595]

Awesome vlog you really captured the spirit of The Towers.

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Thank you for watching

[@ThrillSeekersAnonymousTSA]

Another fab vlog Shawn must of missed ya think I was the day after you lol loving the brick too

[@AdamJames002]

Damn its a shame you don't work at alton towers anymore i wanted a selfie when i go i June 😭😭😭

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

I'm still at the park quite a lot so if you see me make sure you say hello!

[@AdamJames002]

Okayy 😀

[@thesearchforproof518]

When are you next there Shawn? :D

[@Raptormantor]

Do you come out of your seat at all on oblivion because I’m considering giving it a go ?

[@user-in8ih5sc8d]

Nope

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

You get a small amount of air-time, nothing to major

[@Raptormantor]

Theme Park Worldwide ok cheers 👍

[@Its_Mannix]

For me my restraint was quite loose so it felt like I came out of my seat a bit but it's probably because I'm light. You do get a kind of aggressive feeling in your stomach the first time you go on it and it feels like it lasts for ages.

[@harryko6550]

We can´t wait to see your garden tour shawn

[@adamwade7990]

The gardens are underrated, it’s what makes the importance and history of alton towers, and it’s really nice for people who don’t enjoy the rides or want a break to just go through the gardens and appreciate the nature that is adjacent to the incredible rides and technology

[@manutdlists2442]

I think a Stunt show will do well in Mutiny Bay or Forbidden Valley

[@shadowz2549]

Hey shawn, guess what, im coming to alton towers on Sunday😀😀😀

[@_chloe__rebecca_9947]

Same

[@merrymermaid]

calum brooks have fun! wish i was going!

[@resetgaming241]

I'm going Friday, hopefully it'll be less busy with it being a weekday but by the looks of this video that isn't the case.

[@matthewstrang2417]

Same

[@drewgibbs283]

ReSeT Gaming I'm going Friday too

[@racheleckley9982]

Brilliant vlog!!

[@pie-rxmancer1142]

Also, I love the way you call Nemesis "Nemmy"! That's such a cute nickname!

[@kkrispy2009P]

another great vlog Shawn . can i ask 1 thing , why you give up working for Alton towers ??

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

They made many decisions I didn't agree with so I decided to leave the park

[@dex6017]

^ Talk about nosey..

[@johnnyrotten8801]

Theme Park Worldwide why were you that important as an employee that your opinion counted for anything....what a bullshit reason to leave....more like you weren't asked back.

[@dex6017]

Hard mans here watch out

[@johnnyrotten8801]

He leaves because he didn't agree with whatever but he doesn't mind having there name on a brick that's what i call being a hypocrite.

[@grimgamertv]

Alton Towers looks like a really dark and eerie theme park... I don't know if I like that or not :/ *I never was in Alton Towers in my life...

[@georgiaxleigh]

Grim gamer tv I agree, it’s lost the entertainment factor

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

It does have some dark themes!

[@error-dc2ox]

Grim gamer tv I'm not sure why but I thought that in this video, but honestly when ur there it kinda seems magical tbh (I tried my best not to sound too corny, sorry) 😂

[@jacktreeedits41]

It has that dark side, but it also has what I call the purple side, with cloud cuckoo land, spin ball whizzer, and towers street. They all have a great magical feel to them, that I have loved Since I was younger

[@visitationoftheghost]

Georgia Leigh you make a point but that is just a theme in some areas but some areas are the opposite :3

[@georgiapainter8752]

Im going alton towers this Saturday i am so excited I can’t stop watching peoples vlogs on it haha

[@punkfish495]

Wow thats amazing :D hope you and charlotte had a fab time and it was nice that you both got a brick :D. ill be sure to photograph it and send in next time i go :). I went on 1st april at last! it was absolutely heaving as it was travelers day... which i didnt know until day before.. but was an amazing day still. didnt rain as it was due to so that was nice :). love the wicker man!!! the cue line, theming, train, ride, experience, pre show! its all amazing and i was so so impressed with the shop and merch. didnt get to ride duel or mine train as no1 wanted to go on it as they thought its boring!! couldnt believe it didnt want to ride alone....but duel is looking fab!

[@resetgaming241]

Why are you dissing the smiler? It's by far the best ride at Alton towers. And don't give me any of that nemesis is better crap 😅

[@dumbbutagirlboss4839]

ReSeT Gaming Nemesis has its better things and so does the smiler, everyone can have their own opinions!

[@resetgaming241]

Attraction Hub Fair enough lol

[@nachofreeze3807]

Yeah I agree, The Smiler is way better. However, think of when they were built. Nemesis is the 2nd oldest coaster in the park, The Smiler is the 2nd youngest. Nemesis is my 2nd favourite ride though lol

[@masterknife8423]

Nemesis has much better theming plus unlike the Smiler the soundtrack isn't annoying

[@georgiaxleigh]

Nemesis is better

[@chloe8554]

Shawn the subs should be named Themers or Parkers

[@kieranduneclift6076]

Pizza Lover How about Worldwiders?

[@mason7935]

How about the theme Parker’s worldwiders

[@tagonkillick2270]

No that's really sad

[@matthewchapman4107]

Ummmm...No

[@actualtrash3930]

Finn Anderson Theme park worldwide is more than just shaun, I know it's his channel but it wouldn't be the same without all his friends

[@CPProductions2022]

I am coming again in October for Scarefest, it has been 2 years since my last visit when it was my stag weekend and we all dressed up as superheros for the day at the park! I always come to your vlogs before I go :) Keep up the good work!!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

Have a fantastic time!

[@tommyji8954]

We always have a break and go into the gardens great to hear they are been cared for again...

[@yeahboi7805]

Theme park worldwide plz can I have a shoutout for tomorrow

[@rechtebanana]

send in a photo or wait till your birthday, that's a guaranteed shoutout

[@yeahboi7805]

Oh umm my birthday is June 5th

[@rechtebanana]

then send in a themepark related photo on social media, Shawn explains this in every episode :)

[@yeahboi7805]

I dont have social media I'm just a child

[@rechtebanana]

That's a shame

[@JackBartholomew90]

In regards to you saying "give the wicker man time, it's a new ride", I get that, but unlike rides such as Air, which were world firsts and experimental, Wicker Man is just a wooden coaster. Blackpool have been running woodies competently since the 1920's, why is this woodie having such teething problems? Could it instead be down to poor staff training on Merlin's part as its the operating staff I feel really sorry for in times like that.

[@ioanroberts3451]

Love all you’re videos ❤️ can’t wait to go in summer 😁 hope to see you there 😂❤️😁🙃❤️❤️

[@TheFirefly_Official]

Great video, Shawn Charlottes Reviews have changed so much since 2016!

[@ThemeParkWorldwide]

She is much more confident now