Swiss Cottage, Alton Towers

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Date:1910 - 1920 (c.)

Description:The Swiss Cottage or Harper's Cottage at Alton Towers. Designed by Thomas Fradgley, it was occupied by an old retainer playing a harp for the entertainment of the Earl's visitors. The gardens were created by the 15th Earl of Shrewsbury between about 1810 and 1827.

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Source: Mr Jake Whitehouse

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