Roberto, Frankie, Born c1985 (Theme Park Enthusiast)
Dates
- Existence: Born c1985
Biography
Frankie Roberto is a digital designer and technologist based in London and a theme park enthusiast and researcher.
As a child he regularly visited Chessington World of Adventures, Alton Towers and Thorpe Park, fascinated by both the rides and the theming and design of the parks.
Of particular interest is the rich history of Alton Towers, depicting its transformation from pleasure gardens to a modern leisure resort.
Frankie continues to visit theme parks with his daughter.
Found in 43 Collections and/or Records:
Advertising Leaflets and Booklets for Various Attractions, 2006
Leaflets for various attractions including the American Adventure Theme Park and the Magical Kingdom of Camelot Theme Park.
Alton Towers Fabric Badges, c1920 - 1999
Fabric badges, one square with a blue trim, white background and image of an elephant in front of Alton Towers, yellow and blue type on a red banner, second one circular with a black trim, image of the log flume on a white background with brown type.
Alton Towers Guide, c1920 - 1999
Black and blue type on white background and blue and black illustrations of the site around the edges on the front cover, inside black and white photographs and text, 10p.p.
Alton Towers Guide, c1920 - 1999
Black type and colour illustration of cote of arms in the centre on the front cover, inside colour photographs, text and site maps, 16p.p.
Alton Towers Guide, c1920 - 1999
Colour photograph of a lake with a building in a park on the background and a yellow roller coaster ride on the front cover, inside colour illustration of site plan, colour photographs and text, 6p.p.
Alton Towers Guide, c1920 - 1999
Colour photograph of a lake with a building in a park on the background and a yellow roller coaster ride on the front cover, inside colour illustration of site plan, colour photographs and text, 6p.p.
Alton Towers Information Booklets, c1920 - 1999
Two information booklets on Alton Towers, one titled A Brief History, with a colour photograph of the park buildings, the second titled Student Information Pack with orange and white type.
Alton Towers, Nemesis Inferno Souvenir Wallet, c1994 - 2006
Colour photograph of Frankie Roberto on the ride Nemesis Inferno at Alton Towers in a commemorative cardboard photo holder.
Alton Towers Official Guide, c1920 - 1999
White type on yellow background and grey, black and white illustration of a lion and a shield on the front cover, inside history of Alton Towers, black and white photographs and text and site map, 12p.p.
Alton Towers Official Guide, c1920 - 1999
White type on yellow background and grey, black and white illustration of a lion and a shield on the front cover, inside history of Alton Towers, black and white photographs and text and site map, 12p.p.
Alton Towers Official Guide, 1929
Abel Heywood & Son's Guide Books. Black and white type on off white and red background and a black and white photograph of a lake with a building and park behind on the front cover, inside black and white photographs and text, 22p.p.
Alton Towers Photographic Souvenir, c1924 - 1999
Hand tinted photographs of Alton Towers in a cardboard case.
Alton Towers Photographic Souvenir, c1924 - 1999
Black and white photographs of Alton Towers in a cardboard case.
Alton Towers Photographic Souvenir, c1924 - 1999
Postcard with six hand coloured images of Alton Towers.
Alton Towers Postcard, c1923
Modern postcard with colour illustration of Alton Towers from circa 1923 with a white background and black type. Printed by Beric Tempest & Co. Ltd.
Alton Towers Postcard, 1983
Postcard with a colour photograph of the Corkscrew ride at Alton Towers. Published by John Hinde.
Alton Towers Postcard, c1922 - 1999
Black and white postcard with images of Alton Towers, including a revolving section in the middle which reveals different attractions of the pleasure gardens, with white type and a white edge.
Alton Towers Souvenir Guide, 1989
White type on blue background with colour photograph of Alton Tower mascot dog, Henry in the centre on front cover, inside introduction, colour photographs, text and site plan, 18p.p.
Alton Towers Souvenir Guide, c1920 - 1999
White and black type on red background, grey and black illustration of lion and shield on top section and black and white illustration of lake and building in a park on bottom section on the front cover, inside black and white photographs and text and site plan, 16p.p.
Alton Towers Souvenir Guide, c1920 - 1999
White and black type on green background, grey and black illustration of lion and shield on top section and black and white illustration of lake and building in a park on bottom section on the front cover, inside black and white photographs and text and site plan, 16p.p.
Additional filters:
- Type
- Archival Object 42
- Collection 1
- Subject
- Amusement rides 17
- Animals 6
- Fairground art 1
- Log flume 3
- Pleasure gardens 3