Our Visit to Alton Towers 2010

We just LOVE Alton Towers, we visit the theme park every year! We always plan to go for a day out to Alton Towers in the Spring but never seem to make it as we're busy looking after the guests staying at our B&B The Malthouse in Alton.


This year is no exception we only managed to visit the theme park a few days ago but as usual we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!


The weather was sunny
The fish & chips next to Nemesis were yummy
The gardens were beautiful
The donuts near The Flume were scrummy
and best of all the rides were FANTASTIC - no queues! 13 was GREAT!


Here I am (on the left) with my Dad & Mum in front of the impressive Alton Towers themselves. I would like to have introduced you to my husband but someone had to take the photo!

MALT TIP: There's plenty of walking so wear comfy shoes!

DON'T FORGET: Scarefest runs from 16 - 31 October 2010 at Alton Towers. Only the brave should visit!!! See http://www.altontowers.com/ for further details.

If your planning a trip to Alton Towers and need bed and breakfast in Alton telephone 01538 703273 to check availability at The Malthouse.

Alton Towers Scarefest 2011

The fantastic Halloween Scarefest starts this Saturday 16 October 2011 at Alton Towers Theme Park in Staffordshire. The Scarefest celebrations run for two weeks until the end of October.





Freakish frights and delights will thrill the brave! The theme park will be open until 9pm each evening - why not try the rides in the dark if you dare!







There is a variety of entertainment to suite all ages so come along and join in the fun. See the Alton Towers website http://www.altontowers.com/ for full details and ticket offers.


If your planning to make the most of your visit to Alton Towers local accommodation is a must. Why not stay with us at The Malthouse in Alton? To check availability at our bed and breakfast telephone 01538 703273.

Alton Towers Ticket Offer

Planning to visit Alton Towers next week? If you want to save money why not go on Tuesday 12 October! You can purchase theme park tickets in advance online for just £22 per person!



To get this amazing offer all you have to do is go to www.altontowers.com/special-offers/discount-tickets/ and buy your tickets!


If you have a long journey and need accommodation close to the theme park why not telephone 01538 703273 to check availability at our B&B - The Malthouse in Alton.

Scarefest 2010 at Alton Towers Starts Soon!

Only 10 days to go before the Halloween Scarefest celebrations start at Alton Towers Theme Park! Scarefest 2010 kicks off at Alton Towers on Saturday 16 October. There are lots of spooky things going on at the Theme Park from 16 to 31 October 2010. There are thrills and frights to suit everyone. Check out www.altontowers.com/m-scarefest/content.aspx to see if you dare to visit during Scarefest!



Need accommodation close to Alton Towers?



Why not telephone us at The Malthouse B&B to check availability.


Telephone 01538 703273

We're in the village of Alton - just one mile from the Theme Park.

Malt Tip: Don't forget to bring plenty of warm clothes (including hats, scarves & gloves) it can be chilly at night particularly if your scared to death!

Alton Towers have offers on tickets for Scarefest so check out their website http://www.altontowers.com/ to save money!

Take a Walk to Toothill Rock

If your staying with us at The Malthouse B&B why not take a walk? The village of Alton where we're located is really beautiful - there are lots of short strolls or longer walks!

We took a short walk last week to a favorite spot of ours Toothill Rock. There's a public footpath just down the road from us that leads up to Toothill Rock. Once your at the top the views are magnificent. In the valley below you can see the River Churnet and straight ahead on the other side of the valley the Tower at Alton Towers.

Here is a view of Alton Castle, this can be seen if you look to your right.

It only takes 10 to 15 minutes to get from our bed & breakfast to the top of Toothill Rock. It's mainly uphill on the way there but surprisingly not too steep. The good news is that it's mainly downhill on the way back!

Malt Tips:

a) If you don't like heights or have small children with you Toothill Rock might not be the place to go. It's a long way down!

b) Don't forget your trainers or walking boots. The path to Toothill Rock is easy to follow but can be pretty lumpy and bumpy. Heels are not an option!