Alton Towers has announced the closure of its oldest ride. The Blade - which was originally known as the pirate ship - will ...

The venue said it had made changes after Hannah Cheetham was publicly removed from a thrill ride when visiting with sister Becky last month. Alton Towers apologised for that and other behaviour ...

The shop, ride and all areas have since re-opened as normal, Alton Towers said. This is the second time this month the alarm has been triggered after park guests were also seen evacuating the ride ...