Toxicator
| Toxicator | |
|---|---|
| Alton Towers | |
| Area | Forbidden Valley |
| Status | Under construction |
| Opening date | 15th March 2025 |
| Replaced | Ripsaw |
| Ride statistics | |
| Attraction type | Flat ride |
| Manufacturer | HUSS Park Attractions |
| Model | Top Spin |
| Height | 78 ft (24 m) |
| Capacity | 500 riders per hour |
| Riders per vehicle | 40 |
| Rows | 2 |
| Riders per row | 20 |
Toxicator is a top spin style ride which is to open on the 15th March 2025 at Alton Towers, UK.[1] It is the first top spin to be built in the UK since Ripsaw in 1997, and the first Suspended top spin in the country.[2]
History
[edit]In February 2024, Alton Towers submitted a planning application for a new 60 ft (18 m) tall ride in the Forbidden Valley, dubbed 'Project Ocean', on the site previously occupied by Funk ‘n’ Fly (originally occupied by Ripsaw).[3] Planning permission was approved in April 2024,[4] and construction began in May 2024.[5]
Ride experience
[edit]The ride is located above a pathway connecting Galactica to the rest of Forbidden Valley. It contains green-lit fountains which interact with the ride system.[6] The gondola has a maximum height of 78ft, due to a 16ft elevated platform.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Lewis (2025-02-21). "Toxicator to open on 15th March at Alton Towers Resort". TowersTimes. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
- ^ Kara, Maryam (2025-02-24). "Experience Alton Towers' thrilling new Toxicator ride in the Forbidden Valley". The Standard. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
- ^ Parker, Hayley; Ashdown, Kerry (2024-02-15). "Alton Towers unveils secretive plans for new towering 60ft attraction". Stoke on Trent Live. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
- ^ "Project Ocean Plans Approved New Flat Ride Coming Soon | Theme Park Guide". themeparkguide.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
- ^ "Project Ocean Construction Works Begins | Theme Park Guide". themeparkguide.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-06-05.
- ^ "Project Ocean: Construction Continues On New Permanent Flat Ride At Alton Towers, A Top Spin Is Expected! | Theme Park Tourist". Theme Park Tourist. 2024-05-15. Archived from the original on 2024-05-30. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
