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 3 Collections and/or Records:
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.
Frankie Roberto Collection
Photographs, programmes, plans, trade and advertising material, tickets, badges and other items of ephemera for British theme parks and attractions, including Alton Towers, Pleasure Land, Thorpe Park and Legoland.
Various, c1920 - 2006
A range of items from British theme parks and attractions such as zoos and museums including badges, pins and booklets.
Filtered By
- Subject: Log flume X
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- Archival Object 2
- Collection 1
- Subject
- Fairground art 1
- Pleasure gardens 1
- Roller coasters 2
- Zoos 2