Alton Towers transforms into a magical winter wonderland each year with its Christmas events, offering festive fun for the whole family. While the full theme park is closed during this time, visitors can enjoy a carefully selected range of rides and attractions. Please note that all rides are subject to availability and weather conditions.
Family-Friendly Fun at Alton Towers
Alton Towers’ Christmas events cater especially to families, with a variety of gentle rides and interactive attractions suitable for children. A highlight of the season is CBeebies Land, the UK’s only themed area dedicated to the popular CBeebies shows.
Santa’s Sleepover Rides & Attractions
For those attending the Santa’s Sleepover experience, the following rides and attractions will be available:
CBeebies Land:
- Octonauts – Dive into undersea adventures with the brave Octonaut crew.
- Get Set Go – A fun, interactive ride for little explorers.
- In the Night Garden – Bring the magic of Igglepiggle and friends to life.
- Justin’s House – Step inside the colourful world of Justin Fletcher.
- Bugbie Go Round – Spin along with Bugbie and friends.
- Peter Rabbit – Hop into Peter’s charming countryside adventures.
- Go Jetters – Zoom around the world with the Go Jetters team.
Mutiny Bay:
- Heave Ho – Test your balance and have a swinging pirate adventure.
- Marauders Mayhem – Join the mischievous pirate crew for a swashbuckling ride.
Other Attractions:
- HEX – The Legend of the Towers – Discover the spooky story behind this iconic Alton Towers attraction.
- The Curse at Alton Manor – Step into the eerie tale of the haunted Alton Manor.
Festive Breaks Rides & Attractions
For families visiting during Festive Breaks, the available rides are very similar, offering seasonal fun across favourite areas:
CBeebies Land:
- Get Set Go
- In the Night Garden
- Justin’s House
- Bugbie Go Round
- Peter Rabbit
Mutiny Bay:
- Heave Ho
- Marauders Mayhem
Other Attractions:
- HEX – The Legend of the Towers
- The Curse at Alton Manor
Tips for Visiting
- Weather: Alton Towers is an outdoor theme park, so some rides may close in poor weather.
- Planning: Arrive early to make the most of the limited rides and attractions.
- Family Focused: This event is perfect for young children, particularly fans of CBeebies.
Even though the main rides like roller coasters are closed during the Christmas events, Alton Towers still delivers festive excitement with a carefully curated selection of family-friendly attractions. CBeebies Land, Mutiny Bay, and the park’s unique themed attractions ensure your visit will be filled with seasonal magic.
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