Alton Towers Almanac: Gallery: Last additions

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Last additions

Jun 11, 2008

Jun 04, 2008

Workers connect part of the brake run track.May 16, 2008

Alton Towers' first roller coaster, Corkscrew, being constructed in 1979.May 16, 2008

This giant inflatable whale appeared during the event, with kids able to go inside and see a show.May 08, 2008

Apr 27, 2008

Apr 18, 2008

Apr 15, 2008

Apr 06, 2008

19th March 2008The logo for Marauder's Mayhem.Mar 19, 2008

19th March 2008The logo for Heave Ho.Mar 19, 2008

18th March 2008Plans for new entrance signs at the main and trade entrances, reflecting the resort's various attractions.Mar 18, 2008

Mar 16, 2008

Heave Ho only arrived on-site on the morning of park opening, so wasn't ready in time.Mar 16, 2008

The target opening date for the ride is Thursday 20th.Mar 16, 2008

Mar 16, 2008

Mar 07, 2008

Feb 21, 2008

The skull and crossbones fly on each corner of the courtyard buildings.Feb 16, 2008

A wider look at the sunken ship theming showing the prow of the ship that will poke out of the water.Feb 16, 2008

This mast of a ship will form part of the sunken ship theming as most of it will be below the water level. Note the target and the skeleton on the crows nest.Feb 16, 2008

A close up of the galleon shows how much detail has gone into the theming making it look so impressive.Feb 16, 2008

Another pirate entertains guests around the construction site.Feb 16, 2008

When full, the water level will submerge almost a third of the galleon below the waterline.Feb 16, 2008

The station building will mimic the style of the current courtyard buildings to fit into the area.Feb 16, 2008

A closer look at the connecting bridge and galleon.Feb 16, 2008

An overview of the back of the station, connecting bridge and galleon.Feb 16, 2008

A set of targets in barrels hang from a frame and pulley winch system.Feb 16, 2008

A close look at the back of the galleon.Feb 16, 2008

The trough meanders around the galleon, still only partialy complete. A new access bridge has been constructed to link the galleon to the station building.Feb 16, 2008

The galleon peeking over the shrubbery separating the lakes, notice the Jolly Roger's flying on the courtyard turrets.Feb 16, 2008

An overview of the site from the top of the TowersFeb 16, 2008

A view of the construction site from the bottom of Towers Street showing the full length of the impressive galleon.Feb 16, 2008

A number of pirate characters are entertaining guests on the park.Feb 16, 2008

9th February 2008A clear look at the brand new roof.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Looking towards the entrance for people heading to Cred Street/Ug Land. In the background you can see part of the roof that was unaffected by the fire.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Charred bits of wood lie on the ground next to the Sky Ride.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Looking at the other side of the station.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Above the exit for gondolas coming from Towers Street, you can see the new roof section.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008The park are hoping to have the ride up and running for the start of the 2008 season.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Approaching the building from the other side.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Scaffolding stills surrounds the station.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Bits and pieces from the new roof are lying around the building.Feb 12, 2008

9th February 2008Looking towards the station from the Towers Street approach.Feb 12, 2008

On the lake, you can see a piece of (presumably interactive) theming with a target on.Feb 12, 2008

Another look at the Battle Galleons station building.Feb 12, 2008

This ride should prove to be very entertaining... and very wet!Feb 12, 2008

This looks to be a platform from which observers can soak guests on the ride.Feb 12, 2008

It is a lot bigger than the Splash Kart Challenge station which preceded it.Feb 12, 2008

The station building is covered in scaffolding.Feb 12, 2008

A closer look at the back of the galleon.Feb 12, 2008

Lots of work has been done since we last saw the site! To the left of the galleon, you can see the trench which the boats will travel along.Feb 12, 2008