Christmas will take place at Alton Towers Resort on selected dates from Friday 25th November to Monday 2nd January.
One of the highlights of its returning Lightopia illuminations is an animated projection fired onto a cloud of mist in the sprawling lake which genuinely stopped us in our tracks and for anyone missing a loved one, have a tissue at the ready as the story will genuinely move you. The wider installation has a vibrant Alice in Wonderland feel to it, with colours popping, fireflies flitting, music pulling you along the walk.
For a special treat for the whole family you can, as we did, enjoy the Santa Sleepover experience which really is all about the children. For £120 per person, that buys you overnight accommodation with breakfast and evening meal, a lovely little trip to Santa’s Grotto where the children receive a special gift, entry to the theme park, Lightopia and Christmas Market as well as a day’s waterpark access at Splash Landings.