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Alton Towers Height Restrictions

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Is a day trip to Alton Towers on the horizon? Or a short break at the Alton Towers Hotel perhaps? If you’re looking for an incredible day out zooming around on the huge range of rides at the theme park, then maybe reading up on the Alton Towers height restrictions may be of importance to you. Especially if you have kiddies and aren’t sure whether they’re tall enough!

No worries, we have it all laid out for you, so you don’t need to scour the internet looking for the right info you need.

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Alton Towers Height Restrictions

Depending on the rides, the height restrictions will differ. For instance, the more intense the roller coaster is, the higher the height restrictions will be.

So, we’ll start off with the lowest restrictions!

Fun Rides for Kids with No Restrictions

  • Sharkbait Reef by SEALIFE
  • Mr Bloom’s Allotment
  • Big Fun Showtime
  • Get! Set! Go! Tree Top Adventure
  • Something Special Sensory Garden
  • Tree Fu Tom Training Camp
  • CBeebies Land Photo Studio
  • Skyride

Ride Height Restrictions of 0.9m or over

  • Runaway Mile Train
  • Battle Galleons
  • Heave Ho
  • Enterprise
  • Peter Rabbit Hippity Hop
  • Octonauts Rollercoaster Adventure
  • Justin’s House Pie-O-Matic Factory
  • Go Jetters Vroomster Zoom Ride
  • Duel: The Haunted house Strikes Back
  • Bugbie-Go-Round
  • Postman Pat Parcel Post
  • In The Night Garden Magical Boat Ride

Ride Height Restriction of 1.0m/1.1m or over

  • The Blade (1.0m)
  • Marauder’s Mayhem (1.1m)
  • Congo River Rapids (1.1m)

Rollercoaster Ride Height Restrictions of 1.2m/1.4m or over

  • Th13teen (1.2m) and maximum height limit is 1.96m
  • Spinball Whizzer (1.2m) and maximum height limit is 1.95m
  • Wicker Man (1.2m)
  • Nemesis (1.4m)
  • Rita (1.4m) and maximum height limit is 1.95m
  • Galactica (1.4m)
  • The Smiler (1.4m)
  • Oblivion (1.4m)

For all rides and attractions, it’s best that you wear a secure pair of shoes to eliminate the chance of them falling off mid-flight. And remove any loose items like glasses/sunglasses/ caps/scarves etc.

FAQs

What if I don't want to go on the bigger thrill rides?

No worries, there are plenty of attractions in Alton Towers that aren’t big on thrills. Whether it’s exploring the beautiful gardens, visiting The Towers and discovering the long history. Or the small and gentle rides like Duel: The Haunted house Strikes Back

What rides can I go on if I'm pregnant?

If you are pregnant, it’s advised that you only go on the smaller and gentle rides/attractions.

Each attraction will have a list of safety requirements, so you can read there whether pregnant women are allowed. But please follow the advice given by your doctor.

What rides have stroke lighting and affect those with epilepsy?

There is a range of rides that have stroke lighting effects. Such as: Duel, Wicker Man, The Smiler, Hex and Th13teen.

Please read the safety information at each ride before queuing.

What are the opening times for Alton Towers?

The opening and closing times are as follows:
Monday to Sunday 10:00 – 18:00. But are subject to change depending on seasonality.
oblivion before it drops down

Now you know all the height requirements for the thrilling rides that Alton Towers Resort offers, you know which rollercoasters to head for as soon as you enter the park! Hopefully, there are plenty of rides that your kids can have a go on, so you and the family can have fab Alton Towers holidays/getaway!

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