Rita Alton Towers – UK’s Launch Coaster Explained, Speed, Stats & Facts!

🚀 Rita at Alton Towers – The ‘Queen of Speed’ Launch Coaster! Dive into one of Alton Towers Resort’s most iconic rides — Rita! Located in the Dark Forest, Rita rockets riders from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 2.5 seconds, delivering an intense launch and heart-pounding ride packed with speed and G-force. In this video, we cover: 🔥 The history behind Rita — originally known as Rita: Queen of Speed when it opened in 2005. 🎢 Ride stats you’ll want to know — top speed, launch force, track length, G-force and more. 🪄 The ride’s theme and story — escaping the Dark Forest and its retheming over time. 📊 What makes Rita special — a launched coaster with pure acceleration and adrenaline. Whether you’re a roller coaster fan, planning your next trip to Alton Towers, or just curious how Rita stacks up against the rest of the park’s lineup, this video gives you everything you need to know. Credit to Coaster Focus 🔔 Subscribe to Theme Park Adventures With Hayden & Simon for more ride deep-dives, UK theme park vlogs, and family adventure content! 💬 Comment below: Have you ridden Rita? What did you think of the launch? #Rita #AltonTowers #DarkForest #RollerCoasterReview #QueenOfSpeed #ThemeParkVlog #RideFacts #UKThemeParks #LaunchedCoaster