Paddling Pool, Alton Towers
The Paddling Pool was sited at the western end of the Boating Lake.
The gardens at Alton Towers re-opened to the public after World War II in 1952. During the 1960s, under the management of Denis and ...
Pagoda Fountain, Alton Towers
The Pagoda Fountain was originally envisaged as a six storey structure with gas-lit Chinese lamps hanging from the various layers of roof. The final construction, a design of Robert Abraham modelled on ...
Paratower, Drayton Manor Park, near Tamworth
This postcard view shows the former Paratower (a parachute tower) at Drayton Manor Park and Zoo which was in service from around 1982 to 1997.
In later years the site became known as Drayton Manor ...
Pirate Ship, Drayton Manor Park, near Tamworth
This postcard view shows the former Pirate Ship at Drayton Manor Park and Zoo which was in service from around 1982 to 2003.
In later years the site became known as Drayton Manor Resort, one of the ...
Poets' Corner, Alton Towers
Alton Towers was the home of the Talbot family, Earls of Shrewsbury. It was built between about 1810 and 1852.
Ribbon Border, Alton Towers
A postcard view of the Ribbon Border and gardens at Alton Towers, with the Towers in the distance. The gardens were created by the 15th Earl of Shrewsbury between about 1810 and 1827.
Roller Skating Rink, Drayton Manor Park, near Tamworth
This postcard view shows visitors using the roller skating rink at Drayton Manor Park and Zoo. In the background there is a part view of a car park.
In later years the site became known as Drayton ...
Roman Catholic Chapel of St. John, Alton
South west view of the Roman Catholic Chapel, attached to the Hospital of St. John in Alton. The Hospital was begun in 1840 by A.W.N. Pugin around three sides of a quadrangle, facing Alton Castle. The ...
Rotunda and Conservatory, Alton Towers
The Small Temple or Rotunda, with the conservatory in the background. The gardens were created by the 15th Earl of Shrewsbury between about 1810 and 1827.
Screw Fountain, The Gardens, Alton Towers
This stone-carved fountain is also known as the 'Corkscrew Fountain', the 'Siren Fountain' and the 'Candlestick Fountain'. It stands in a pool surrounded by aquatic plants, and is one of many ornamental ...
Sea Lions, Alton Towers
The sea lions were a popular attraction at Alton Towers between 1967 and 1990. Their pool was at the northern end of the Boating Lake but was filled in during 1994.
The gardens at Alton Towers re-opened ...
Shot Tower, Alton Towers
The Shot Tower stands on the north-east corner of the curtain wall, built in 1842 and designed by A.W.N. Pugin. The road through the archway leads to the Grand Entrance to Alton Towers.
This postcard ...
Snake Train, Drayton Manor Park, near Tamworth
This postcard view shows the former Snake Train (a land train) at Drayton Manor Park and Zoo which was in service from around 1950 to 1995.
In later years the site became known as Drayton Manor Resort, ...
Station Lodge, Alton Towers
This was the main entrance to Alton Towers for visitors arriving by train. Originally called The Gate House, it became known as Station Lodge and was designed by A.W.N. Pugin in about 1849.
Swiss Cottage, Alton Towers
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 ...
Swiss Cottage, Alton Towers
A postcard view of 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. ...
Swiss Cottage, Alton Towers
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 ...
T Room, Alton Towers
A postcard view of the Long Gallery or ”T” Room looking south to the Drawing Room and House Conservatory when it was used as a refreshment room. Following the 1924 sale many of the state rooms including ...