England midfielder Jude Bellingham spent a recent day off visiting Alton Towers theme park in Staffordshire, enjoying some downtime amid a busy summer. The 23-year-old footballer was accompanied by his girlfriend, American model Ashlyn Castro, 28, as they explored the attraction’s popular rollercoasters, including the 180-foot-tall Oblivion, Nemesis Reborn, and The Smiler.
Bellingham’s visit came shortly after he played a pivotal role in England’s best World Cup campaign in six decades, where the team secured third place in the tournament held in the United States last month. The midfielder finished the competition as the top scorer for club side Real Madrid, netting seven goals under manager Thomas Tuchel before the World Cup concluded.
Footage from the day showed Bellingham dressed casually in a white tank top and brown flared trousers, while Castro wore a white T-shirt and blue jeans, carrying a cream over-the-shoulder handbag. Their appearance drew considerable attention within the park, with staff attempting to maintain a respectful distance between the couple and other visitors.
Bellingham and Castro, who have been in a relationship since 2024, have been taking advantage of the midfielder’s break before he resumes pre-season training with Real Madrid. The Spanish club, now managed by former Chelsea and Manchester United coach José Mourinho, is preparing for the upcoming season following Bellingham’s transfer from Borussia Dortmund in 2023.
Prior to his Alton Towers visit, the couple reportedly traveled to Hawaii for a holiday. Upon returning to the United Kingdom, Bellingham was seen attending a pre-season friendly match between his boyhood club Birmingham City and Barcelona. The England international wore a Birmingham City shirt during the match and received an ovation from supporters, harkening back to his early career before his departure to Dortmund in 2020.
The appearance at Alton Towers marks a rare public outing for Bellingham during a summer marked by club transition, international success, and personal milestones.