There are numerous baby-changing facilities at Alton Towers. A limited number of buggies are available at Admissions for a small hire charge and refundable deposit. Locker facilities and cash machines can be found in Towers Street.

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Brace yourself, Alton Towers has enough adrenaline-fuelled rides to weaken even the strongest knees. Take Air, the exhilarating new generation roller coaster, lying face down beneath the track, swooping and rolling, skimming and soaring at speeds of up to 75 kilometers per hour, you'll experience a flight of fantasy like no other! Then there's the awesome Oblivion in X-Sector, alongside it the terrifying Submission and the thrill seeker's favourite- the legendary Nemesis, the UK's first multi inversion roller coaster.

This year sees the opening of a host of new family attractions at Alton Towers that will keep you coming back for more.

Hey, hey are you ready to play' with The Tweenies. Come along and see our very own special guests Bella, Fizz, Milo and Jake appear LIVE on stage in their very own, all-singing, all-dancing show. Then it's fun all round in the themed play park, where adventure-seekers of all ages can go wild as they discover how to really play!

In the darkest corner of Gloomy Wood, you'll find Duel- The Haunted House Strikes Back! Gone are the days when ghosts and ghouls would only scare you to death, now they have guns! Test your reflexes against these seriously gruesome opponents, some of which are more alive than others!

Another new attraction can be found in Old MacDonald's Farmyard. This year, kids can wreak havoc in the new Ribena Berry Bish Bash. Loaded with hundreds of foam balls, shooters, tubes and catapults, little folk will have big laughs in this crazy, chaotic factory of fun.

What times does Alton Towers open and close?

Alton Towers is open until 2nd November 2003. The park opens at 10am and closing times vary throughout the season. Please ring 0870 444 44 55 or visit www.altontowers.com for further information.

What Special Events are there at Alton Towers?

Halloween- From 18th October to 2nd November, Alton Towers has a spooky surprise for all ages. Any little devils looking for a dead good treat should join our creep Halloween ‘Spooktacular' while older mortals can test their nerves by entering 'The Terror of the Towers!' A fearsome array of ghouls, zombies and spooks await those intrepid souls who dare to brave the evil darkness of the Towers ruins. You'd be a big girls blouse to miss it! Fireworks and Laser Spectacular- Legendary! The only way to describe the UK's most awesome fireworks and laser display. If you haven't witnessed it yet, make sure you do this year. Shows start at 7pm on 25th, 26th and 31st October and 1st and 2nd November 2003.

How should groups book?

Alton Towers offers discount rates for group sizes of 12 and over. To book, please call the Group Booking Line on 0870 400 3099 Monday to Saturday between 9 am and 5 pm or visit www.altontowers.com.

If you are a coach operator booking a trip to Alton Towers, please telephone our Coach Booking Line on 0870 400 3095.

What facilities does Alton Towers provide for disabled guests?

Alton Towers makes every effort to ensure the Park is accessible to all guests. On most rides, guests in wheelchairs and their helpers are allowed to approach via the exit, thus avoiding queue lines. Throughout the Park, disabled toilet facilities are available and the Park has its own Medical Centre where special needs can be catered for. Wheelchairs are also available to hire from Guest Services. Alton Towers provides a special guide for disabled visitors, a copy of which can be obtained by calling the Customer Services department on 01538 702200.

What catering facilities are there at Alton Towers?

Around the Park guests will find a wide selection of food outlets ranging from McDonald's, KFC and Pizza Hut to Alton Towers' own branded family restaurants. Restaurants can be very popular between 12.30pm and 2pm on busy days.

What further facilities are available at Alton Towers?