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Alton Towers Resort crowds in October 2026

In October 2026 we expect 6 quiet, 2 moderate, 9 busy day(s) at Alton Towers Resort.

Published hours this month: opening from 10:00, closing up to 21:00 depending on the day.

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The quietest days in October

  • Thursday 15 OctoberQuiet
  • Monday 19 OctoberQuiet
  • Tuesday 20 OctoberQuiet
  • Wednesday 21 OctoberQuiet
  • Thursday 22 OctoberQuiet

Days to avoid in October

  • Saturday 24 OctoberBusy

    Why: school holidays (United Kingdom) +53 %

  • Sunday 25 OctoberBusy

    Why: school holidays (United Kingdom) +53 %

  • Monday 26 OctoberBusy

    Why: school holidays (United Kingdom) +53 %

  • Tuesday 27 OctoberBusy

    Why: school holidays (United Kingdom) +53 %

  • Saturday 31 OctoberBusy

    Why: school holidays (United Kingdom) +53 %

School and bank holidays

School holidays and bank holidays in the visitors' home countries that fall in October:

  • 24 Oct → 31 Octschool holidays (United Kingdom)

By day of the week

In October, the quietest day of the week is Thursday on average, the busiest Saturday.

  • Monday+8% vs an average day
  • Tuesday+8% vs an average day
  • Wednesday+8% vs an average day
  • Thursday−7% vs an average day
  • Friday+3% vs an average day
  • Saturday+27% vs an average day
  • Sunday+17% vs an average day

Frequently asked questions

Is Alton Towers Resort busy in October?
In October 2026 we expect 6 quiet, 2 moderate, 9 busy day(s) at Alton Towers Resort. In October, the quietest day of the week is Thursday on average, the busiest Saturday.
What is the best day to visit Alton Towers Resort in October?
The quietest days expected at Alton Towers Resort in October: Thursday 15 October (quiet, −37% vs an average day) ; Monday 19 October (quiet, −15% vs an average day) ; Tuesday 20 October (quiet, −15% vs an average day) ; Wednesday 21 October (quiet, −15% vs an average day).
Which days should I avoid at Alton Towers Resort in October?
The busiest days expected at Alton Towers Resort in October: Saturday 24 October (busy, +33% vs an average day) ; Sunday 25 October (busy, +32% vs an average day) ; Monday 26 October (busy, +31% vs an average day) ; Tuesday 27 October (busy, +31% vs an average day).
What are Alton Towers Resort's opening hours in October?
Published hours this month: opening from 10:00, closing up to 21:00 depending on the day.