Thursday 4th May 2023
Over the past few days trucks containing sections of the Nemesis track and supports have continued to arrive at the resort. Supports have always been unwrapped as they weren't given a custom paint job but the sections of track delivered up and until today have been wrapped to help contain the secret that they are custom painted.
Today, two more sections of track have been delivered to the park unwrapped and ready to be installed over the next few days and weeks.
Last night we reported that strange noises could be heard coming from the site during our rollercoaster restaurant visit during the evening.
From riding Galactica and the Monorail a few times we've spotted more supports installed in and around the last inversion area. With another section of track poking out of the tunnel. It must have been one hefty job to install rollercoaster track in the tunnel!
With the path through from Nemesis Sub Terra to The Blade entrance closed again, the new entrance for The Blade is being used again with new signage installed.
Spray-painted signs have also appeared overnight warning us to #SeekTheTruth with some strange symbols which appeared on the Phanlax website last night.
This will be our last mega update for Nemesis for a few weeks but we really can't wait to see this project progress!
Today, two more sections of track have been delivered to the park unwrapped and ready to be installed over the next few days and weeks.
Last night we reported that strange noises could be heard coming from the site during our rollercoaster restaurant visit during the evening.
From riding Galactica and the Monorail a few times we've spotted more supports installed in and around the last inversion area. With another section of track poking out of the tunnel. It must have been one hefty job to install rollercoaster track in the tunnel!
With the path through from Nemesis Sub Terra to The Blade entrance closed again, the new entrance for The Blade is being used again with new signage installed.
Spray-painted signs have also appeared overnight warning us to #SeekTheTruth with some strange symbols which appeared on the Phanlax website last night.
This will be our last mega update for Nemesis for a few weeks but we really can't wait to see this project progress!
Monday 1st May 2023
Trucks continue to arrive at Alton Towers with more sections of Nemesis track and supports. Being delivered by the Phalanx the trucks are being stored in the car park by Air. Closely guarded these trucks are shrouded by fences so no one can disturb the Nemesis experiments going on by Phalanx.
Since our last look at the first section of the track being installed more sections have been installed going into the tunnel. And work on the final inversion has started, supports have been installed and bits of track for the inversion can be spotted on the truck and placed around the area ready to be installed during closed hours. Due to the location of these bits of track, everything is being done outside of theme park hours due to site access and track being lifted over the monorail and close to other ride areas.
Around the rest of the site, work continues on building new foundations for supports. Parts of the break run can also be seen on the floor of the break run, we expect these will be replaced with new parts closer to the ride testing etc.
It's amazing to see old and new Nemesis tracks bolted together. We cant wait to see what the park does to blend in the new and old track. The custom-painted sections of the track look amazing in person and the photos just don't do it justice.
From the viewing platform, not much can currently be seen but it won't be long until larger sections of the ride are reinstalled.
Maybe we will see Nemesis Sub Terra return very soon too! With the rides pre-show seen testing throughout the day and staff going in and out of the building.
Since our last look at the first section of the track being installed more sections have been installed going into the tunnel. And work on the final inversion has started, supports have been installed and bits of track for the inversion can be spotted on the truck and placed around the area ready to be installed during closed hours. Due to the location of these bits of track, everything is being done outside of theme park hours due to site access and track being lifted over the monorail and close to other ride areas.
Around the rest of the site, work continues on building new foundations for supports. Parts of the break run can also be seen on the floor of the break run, we expect these will be replaced with new parts closer to the ride testing etc.
It's amazing to see old and new Nemesis tracks bolted together. We cant wait to see what the park does to blend in the new and old track. The custom-painted sections of the track look amazing in person and the photos just don't do it justice.
From the viewing platform, not much can currently be seen but it won't be long until larger sections of the ride are reinstalled.
Maybe we will see Nemesis Sub Terra return very soon too! With the rides pre-show seen testing throughout the day and staff going in and out of the building.
Thursday 27th April 2023
The first sections of the track for Nemesis have been installed! The final turnaround of the ride has been installed with new jet-black supports and a custom paint job on the track.
Since the announcement the other day guests have been left wondering if this detail will go all around the track. And it would appear it does!
We wonder if the old white sections of the Nemesis track will receive a repaint before the ride reopens next year.
Since the announcement the other day guests have been left wondering if this detail will go all around the track. And it would appear it does!
We wonder if the old white sections of the Nemesis track will receive a repaint before the ride reopens next year.
Thursday 27th April 2023
Return Of An Icon - Nemesis Moves Closer As First Pieces Of New Track Arrive On Site
Alton Towers Resort’s iconic Nemesis rollercoaster takes a step closer to reopening with arrival of the new track
The Resort announces that part of the revamp will include the track changing colour from white to black, with red veins snaking along its length
Fans can now watch the new developments from the ride’s viewing platform
The eagerly-anticipated return of Alton Towers Resort’s iconic Nemesis rollercoaster has taken a step closer with the arrival of the first new pieces of track.
The legendary attraction - which takes riders on a heart-pounding journey with a g-force of 3.5 and top speed of 50mph - welcomed fans on a final ride round its exhilarating twists and turns last November before temporarily ceasing operations to undergo an exciting revamp.
Part of the transformation will see the entire 250-tonne, 716-metre-long track replaced ahead of thrillseekers being welcomed back in 2024.
Fans of Nemesis - Europe’s first inverted rollercoaster - can watch the transformation take place on a specially constructed viewing platform, overlooking the site. Up to 30 people at a time can get a glimpse of what’s to come, ahead of the legendary rollercoaster returning next year.
Nemesis closed on 6th November 2022 and guests got to see The Phalanx, the secret organisation tasked with keeping the Nemesis beast under control since its discovery in 1994, take control and close the ride. Since then, fans of the ride have been told how this organisation is carrying out investigations into the beast's behaviour ahead of reopening in 2024.
As a result The Phalanx were among the first to witness that the new track has changed colour. Previously white - it is now black, with what appears to be red veins snaking along its length.
Bianca Sammut, Divisional Director at Alton Towers Resort, said:
“As Europe’s first ever inverted rollercoaster, Nemesis rightly holds legendary status among thrillseekers.
“At Alton Towers Resort we’re committed to providing visitors with stand-out attractions that are unmatched by anyone else.
“Reaching this latest milestone in the transformation of Nemesis is a proud moment for everyone involved in the project.
“And for all thrillseekers out there it means the day we can take the wraps off our thrilliant revamp is edging ever closer.
“Stay alert for more developments…”
The Phalanx reports all is well amongst the Nemesis beast, encouraging those intrigued by the investigation to come and see for themselves at the new viewing platform - however, recently seen leaked footage implies all is not what it seems…
To find out more, sign up here: Phalanx Public Announcement | Alton Towers Resort
Alton Towers Resort’s iconic Nemesis rollercoaster takes a step closer to reopening with arrival of the new track
The Resort announces that part of the revamp will include the track changing colour from white to black, with red veins snaking along its length
Fans can now watch the new developments from the ride’s viewing platform
The eagerly-anticipated return of Alton Towers Resort’s iconic Nemesis rollercoaster has taken a step closer with the arrival of the first new pieces of track.
The legendary attraction - which takes riders on a heart-pounding journey with a g-force of 3.5 and top speed of 50mph - welcomed fans on a final ride round its exhilarating twists and turns last November before temporarily ceasing operations to undergo an exciting revamp.
Part of the transformation will see the entire 250-tonne, 716-metre-long track replaced ahead of thrillseekers being welcomed back in 2024.
Fans of Nemesis - Europe’s first inverted rollercoaster - can watch the transformation take place on a specially constructed viewing platform, overlooking the site. Up to 30 people at a time can get a glimpse of what’s to come, ahead of the legendary rollercoaster returning next year.
Nemesis closed on 6th November 2022 and guests got to see The Phalanx, the secret organisation tasked with keeping the Nemesis beast under control since its discovery in 1994, take control and close the ride. Since then, fans of the ride have been told how this organisation is carrying out investigations into the beast's behaviour ahead of reopening in 2024.
As a result The Phalanx were among the first to witness that the new track has changed colour. Previously white - it is now black, with what appears to be red veins snaking along its length.
Bianca Sammut, Divisional Director at Alton Towers Resort, said:
“As Europe’s first ever inverted rollercoaster, Nemesis rightly holds legendary status among thrillseekers.
“At Alton Towers Resort we’re committed to providing visitors with stand-out attractions that are unmatched by anyone else.
“Reaching this latest milestone in the transformation of Nemesis is a proud moment for everyone involved in the project.
“And for all thrillseekers out there it means the day we can take the wraps off our thrilliant revamp is edging ever closer.
“Stay alert for more developments…”
The Phalanx reports all is well amongst the Nemesis beast, encouraging those intrigued by the investigation to come and see for themselves at the new viewing platform - however, recently seen leaked footage implies all is not what it seems…
To find out more, sign up here: Phalanx Public Announcement | Alton Towers Resort
Wednesday 26th April 2023
The Nemesis Observation Platform is officially open!
The Phalanx has opened up a viewing platform for the reconstruction of Nemesis.
With new track and supports starting to be delivered to the park from last night it won't be long until the iconic ride structure returns.
The Phalanx has opened up a viewing platform for the reconstruction of Nemesis.
With new track and supports starting to be delivered to the park from last night it won't be long until the iconic ride structure returns.
