Is Enterprise closed Alton Towers?
Enterprise at Alton Towers remains dormant after closing at the end of the 2018 theme park season. The ride is still undergoing its routine winter maintenance work, with the cars for the ride still lined up down the access route into the area.
Is Enterprise at Alton Towers?
Enterprise is one of the longest serving rides and attractions at Alton Towers Resort. As both a family ride and thrill ride, it’s no wonder that Enterprise remains as popular as ever!
What is the most expensive ride at Alton Towers?
Galactica
Galactica (roller coaster)
| Galactica | |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 16 March 2002 (as Air) 24 March 2016 (as Galactica) |
| Cost | £12 million |
| General statistics | |
| Type | Steel – Flying |
What happened to submission at Alton Towers?
Submission opened in 2001 in the X-Sector area of Alton Towers. The slogan used in advertisement was ‘Hang in there’. From 2005, the ride only operated one of its arms to save electricity, and the ride’s cycles were shortened. The ride was closed and disassembled in 2013.
Why did the black hole at Alton Towers close?
Inside, the ride received a redesigned queue line and station with Jules Verne-style architecture. In later years, the Black Hole became costly to maintain and the park decided to close the attraction in 2005. The coaster track was dismantled and sold in 2007.
What happened to Alton Towers?
Today marks the fifth anniversary of the Smiler crash, a rollercoaster collision which rocked the UK back in 2015. The serious crash unfolded on June 2, 2015, when a loaded train on the Alton Towers attraction collided with an empty test train, causing serious injuries to a number of riders.
Why did Galactica stop VR?
Galactica no longer features VR due to guest feedback regarding their experience on the ride.
