Sorry, this activity is now closed for applications.
Get your Summer off to an exhilarating start with VICTA at Alton Towers!
With over 40 rides and attractions to choose from you’ll be spoiled for choice for rides sure to get your adrenaline pumping!
Are you ready to take on the world’s first 14 loop rollercoaster The Smiler or brave the UK’s first new wooden coaster built in over 20 years, Wicker Man? The thrill seeker in you will love Nemesis Reborn, Rita, Galactica, Oblivion and more!
It will be the perfect fun day out for sharing experiences with other vision impaired young people your own age, supported around the park by VICTA staff and volunteers.
If you are successful in gaining a place on this activity, a Merlin Ride Access Pass will be required for the day. If you already have your own pass we will need you to bring this with you. If you don’t have a Merlin Ride Access Pass already, VICTA will apply for a temporary pass on your behalf. To enable us to apply, relevant documentation must be uploaded to this application form, e.g. Certificate of Vision Impairment, a face ID photo as well as any supporting documentation such as DLA, PiP and Blue Badge. Please note, that while we will apply for the Ride Access Pass on your behalf, the application is processed by Nimbus Disability and VICTA is not in control of the outcome.
If you are in possession of a Nimbus Access Card but do not possess a Merlin Ride Access Pass, please provide your Nimbus ID number on this form.
Why apply?
- A great opportunity to meet other people your age with a vision impairment
- Grow in confidence
- Challenge yourself to try something different with like-minded people
- Increase your mobility
- Gain all of this while having a fun trip in a supportive, encouraging environment
Who can apply?
Applicants must be:
- Registered or registerable blind or partially sighted
- At least 14 years old on the date of the activity
- Aged 17 or under on the date of the activity
- Physically, socially and emotionally able to take part independently in a group setting with peers of a similar age
- Able to communicate their needs independently
- Able to maintain their own personal hygiene
- Able to take medication independently (if applicable)
