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Leicester SU goes to Alton Towers!

Duration: 1 days

Get ready for a full-throttle day at Alton Towers, the UK’s biggest and wildest theme park. It’s basically a rite of passage. This place is basically a playground for thrill-seekers, ride collectors, and anyone who loves screaming for fun. It’s the perfect escape from lectures, deadlines, and pretending to read your course notes.

Grab your mates, brace yourself for an adrenaline overload, and get ready for a day that’s guaranteed to go down as a uni core memory. 🎢🔥

Itinerary

08:00 – We kick things off with an easy coach pick-up from Leicester. No stress, no planning, just show up, hop on, and let our Trip Leaders do the organising while you focus on the important stuff (like which ride you’re mentally preparing for first)

When we arrive at Alton Towers, the day is officially yours. Go full-send on the big coasters, wander through the themed worlds, check out the gardens if you need a moment to recover your soul, or grab snacks between adrenaline spikes. Whether you’re chasing thrills or just vibing with friends, there’s tons to explore.

17:00 – After a huge day of laughs, drops, loops, and probably a few shaky post-ride legs, we’ll meet back at the coach and cruise back to Leicester. Tired and Happy!

The Smiler – The world’s first 14-loop roller coaster.
Wicker Man – One of the most atmospheric rides in the park.
Nemesis Reborn – If you love speed, this is your ride.
Oblivion – It lasts seconds, but the fear lives forever.
Skyride – Not a coaster, but perfect for giving your legs a break and getting unreal views of the park.

What's included?

Return Transport via Private Coach

All your travel between Leicester and Alton Towers is sorted. Your return seats are booked on a private coach, so no stress over tickets or crowded platforms. Just hop on, put your playlist on, and relax as the scenery rolls past your window. Comfortable and easy, the perfect start and end to your Alton Towers adventure.

Trained UniLife Leader

A UniLife Trip Leader is with you from start to finish. They handle the details, share insider tips, and make sure everything runs smoothly. Whether it’s answering questions, pointing out hidden gems, or keeping the group on track, they make your Leicester adventure easy, fun, and unforgettable.

Entrance to Alton Towers

No extra fees, no fuss, no “wait… do I need to buy a ticket?” moments. Your entry is covered, so you can walk straight in and head for the rides like the absolute legend you are.

Photography Competition & Prizes

Join our Alton Towers photography competition and show off your best shots. The winner will have their trip ticket refunded, making your adventure even more rewarding.

Not Included

Meals
Tickets to any attractions not specified in the trip inclusions
Personal Travel Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

All our trips are fully risk-assessed and our suppliers adhere to our health and safety standards. Please note that, unless an aspect of the trip is explicitly mentioned in the ‘What’s Included’ section of your trip page, it does not fall under our health and safety policy and therefore participants partake in any additional activities at their own risk.

We ask participants to be mindful of their own safety and to inform their trip leader of anything that they feel could be a potential hazard or concern.

You will have free time on your trip to spend and explore how you wish! We may include recommendations on the trip page or in the itinerary, but these are merely suggestions and you are under no obligation to follow them.

If you are out and about, we strongly encourage you to explore with other members of your group and keep the trip leader up-to-date with your plans.

Day trip tickets are non-refundable but can be sold to another participant.

We recommend bringing comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for the weather conditions. Don’t forget your camera, sunscreen, and any personal items you may need during the day.

Yes, we will provide you with the meeting point and departure time well in advance of the trip via email.

Yes, our friendly and knowledgeable UniLife trip leader will accompany you throughout the trip to provide information about the destinations and answer any questions you may have.

Rain or shine, we still travel in the UK. Please check the weather forecast before you go and wear appropriate clothing such as a waterproof jacket and good footwear for rainy days.

If you can no longer attend the trip, it may be possible to sell your ticket to another participant.

You can do this by contacting support@unilifeuk.com with your name, the trip you are travelling on, and full name, e-mail and phone number of the person taking your ticket.

UniLife is a student travel company and is aimed at students, however, we welcome anyone on our trips. We believe the more, the merrier.

UniLife Trip Leaders, staff or suppliers may take photos of you/the group for promotional purposes. By booking onto the trip, you consent to your likeness being used in these images or videos.

If you DO NOT want to be included in these photos or videos, you can opt out at any time by emailing us at support@unilifeuk.com with your name, booked trip and ‘opt out’ in the subject line.

Entry into attractions is not included in your ticket unless otherwise stated.

Alton Towers

Leicester SU goes to Alton Towers!

22nd March 2026

Trip information

Alton Towers

22nd March 2026

30+ people

Leicester SU goes to Alton Towers!

Itinerary