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Alton Towers Guest Rejects Return Offer After Reported Hour-Long Skyride Halt

The resort says the halt was a routine pause with all riders off by 4:33pm, with care boxes on board.

Overview

  • Léla-Jane Jack says four adults and four children were stranded in a Skyride gondola on 27 October for about an hour to 90 minutes.
  • She reports pre-existing conditions in the group worsened during the stop, including vomiting and a significant anxiety attack.
  • The guest criticizes a lack of clear updates, saying the emergency line could not provide an estimated fix or details of any fault.
  • Alton Towers says the gondolas paused during routine operation, safety was not compromised, and all guests disembarked by 4:33pm.
  • The resort notes care boxes in cabins and says affected visitors were offered refreshments and complimentary return tickets, which this guest declined as the park considers alternatives.