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Alton Towers Resort, in Alton, Staffordshire, scored 5.7/10. The theme park and resort in Staffordshire soared to the top thanks to its extensive spooky theming, with eight Halloween-specific attractions available - including their new Daz Games escape room - compared to just three at Drayton Manor. However, Alton Towers was let down by its price and, subsequently, its value for money, as it’s the second-most expensive park in the ranking as tickets retail for £73 online. (PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

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