Thrills… and CHILLS!

Each issue, we investigate the most ghostly places in Britain. Here we take a look at the famous theme park Alton Towers in Staffordshire

Fun seekers flood through the gates of Alton Towers to enjoy the rides and attractions at the UK’s best-known theme park. But unbeknown to many visitors, Alton Towers also sees plenty of action of a far spookier kind. The theme park is named after the grand Georgian mansion that stands in its grounds. Built on land owned by the earls of Shrewsbury since the 1400s, the stately home was developed from a hunting lodge by the 15th Earl, Charles Talbot, in the early 19th century. According to one spinechilling legend, Charles was travelling through woods near Alton Towers one night when his carriage was stopped by an old beggar woman who asked him for money. When Charles refused, she pointed to an oak tree and screamed that every time one…

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Take a Break Fate & Fortune (Digital) - 1 Issue, November 2023

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