History of Alton Towers - Wikipedia
In the late 11th century, Alton Castle was built following the Norman Conquest above the Churnet Valley, in the village of Alton, Staffordshire. It is about 1 mi (1.6 km) from the present-day Alton Towers.
Alton Castle - Wikipedia
Alton Castle is a Gothic-revival castle, on a hill above the Churnet Valley, in the village of Alton, Staffordshire, England. The site has been fortified in wood since Saxon times, with a stone castle dating from the 12th century.
Alton Towers Heritage
Discover and uncover the mysteries, myths and legends of the Alton Towers estate over the last 200 years. From house and family members to the evolution of the iconic leisure park, discover everything you need to know about our heritage; dating as far back as 1810!
About Us & Who We Are - Alton Towers Resort
Alton Towers Resort has been a world-renowned haven of fun and adventure for almost 200 years! Despite what you may think, the castle-like structure in the heart of the theme park isn't fake and isn't a castle - It's 100% authentic and was once the stately home of a wealthy family.
The History of The Towers - TowersTimes - Alton Towers Resort …
Alton Towers dates back as far as the 8 th century when the Towers site became a fortress held by Ceolred, King of Mercia. The Earls of Shrewsbury occupied the castle from 1412 when the Lady Ankarat de Verdun married Sir John Talbot – the …
History of the Towers - Alton Towers Almanac
The history of Alton Towers is long and varied. Built in an area called Bunbury Hill, it started its life as an iron age fort before 1000BC, until about 700AD when it became a fortress for the Saxon King Ceolred of Mercia.
A. W. N. Pugin and the Transformation of Alton Towers - The …
The north front of Alton Towers as it is today, forming the romantic backdrop to a popular theme park. The Entrance Hall and Great Dining Room or Banqueting Room, rebuilt and greatly altered by Pugin, are in the tall gabled block currently (2012) with scaffolding.
Alton Towers - Wikipedia
Alton Towers Resort (UK: / ˈ ɒ l t ən / ⓘ OL-tən) (often shortened to Alton Towers) is a theme park and resort complex in Staffordshire, England, near the village of Alton. [4] The park is operated by Merlin Entertainments Group and incorporates a theme park, water park, mini golf and hotel complex.
The history of Alton Towers’ ruins - RideRater
2021年5月30日 · Possibly more iconic than any of its rollercoasters, the ruins at Alton Towers remain a centrepiece for the Staffordshire theme park. The current towers were completed by Augustus Pugin, a pioneer of Gothic Revival architecture who also designed the interior of the Palace of Westminster, including its famous clock tower which houses Big Ben.
Alton Towers Conservatory - Conservatory Heritage Society
In the 11th century, a castle was built in the nearby village of Alton, about a mile from today’s Alton Towers. The castle remained on the hill until the English Civil War. It was later rebuilt to be a family hunting lodge for the Talbot family.