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Alton Towers
Alton Towers is the UK's most popular theme park. Set on an estate owned by the Earl of Shrewsbury, this amusement park has a vast selection of whizzing rides and flashing attractions for young and old alike. The park, which opened in 1980, also includes 200 acres (81 hectares) of landscaped gardens, live entertainment and the historic towers building which was the residence of the Talbot family (the Earls of Shrewsbury) until 1923. Today, visitors can explore various colourful kingdoms, such as Ugland, the Forbidden Valley, Towers Street and Cred Street.
Address: Alton Towers, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB, UK
Disabled access:
No
Unesco:
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