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Roberto, Frankie, Born c1985 (Theme Park Enthusiast)

 Person

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 Postcard, c1922 - 1999

 Item
Reference code: 178C117.8
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: c1922 - 1999

Frankie Roberto Collection

 Fonds
Reference code: NFA0155
Scope and Contents

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.

Dates: c1900 - 2006

Photographs, c1900 - 1999

 Series
Reference code: 178C117
Scope and Contents

Photographs and postcards of Alton Towers, Chessington World of Adverntures, Crystal Palace and Thorpe Park, showing sites, rides and other amusements.

Dates: c1900 - 1999

Filtered By

  • Subject: Pleasure gardens X

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Archival Object 2
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Subject
Animals 2
Fairground art 1
Log flume 1
Roller coasters 1
Zoos 2