Mechanical Memories Magazine

Issue: 2011-June - Issue 56

Two new books released on the history of the
Spanish City Amusement Park at Whitley Bay!
The Spanish City:
The Heart and Soul of Whitley Bay in Words and Pictures
compiled and edited by Keith Armstrong
To generations of Tynesiders the mention of The Spanish City conjures up
romantic memories of heady days spent (or misspent!) on the amusements and
its other great attractions on the seafront at Whitley Bay. The iconic white dome
is still considered with great affection and for many represents the first sign of
home as their plane circles in to land at Newcastle Airport.
To celebrate 100 years of The Spanish City, The Northern Voices Community
Projects funded by North Tyneside Council have brought out The Spanish City -
the Heart and Soul of Whitley Bay in Words and Pictures , a book beautifully
produced by Keith Armstrong and Peter Dixon with historical background ,
photos past and present, memories and a wealth of contributions from local
writers .
ISBN Number: 1871536294
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 36
Publication Date: 2011
Publisher: North Tyneside Council
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Our Price: £5.00
The Dome of Memories
by Mick Sharp
The story of the Spanish City Fairground and its famous entertainment complex.
The history of Whitley Bay 's Spanish City is retold in a collection of nostalgic
anecdotes and unseen photographs spanning the past century. The book,
which was published by North Tyneside Council , also features popular
fairground rides , financial records and architectural plans.
The book is based on the major exhibition which accompanied the May 2010
centenary event. Much extended , with more information and never-before-seen
photographs and plans , the book is the most comprehensive record of the
history of the world-famous Dome and Spanish City Fairground .
Chapters of interest to amusement park and roller coaster enthusiasts, include:
'The funfair takes shape'; 'The rides'; 'Riehl's Reel' (a chapter on the legendary
Virginia Reel ride); and 'The Corkscrew' (a chapter on the famous 1980s roller
coaster, including colour images of its construction).
ISBN Number: 99780955251627
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 104
Publication Date: 2011
Publisher: North Tyneside Council
Our Price : £12.99
To buy these books, please send a cheque,
to include £2 .99 postage and packing , payable to 'Joyland Books', to:
Joyland Books, Southcombe Farm,
Southcombe, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX? 5QH
If you wish to order more than one item please add 99p for each additional item
@joylandbooks.com
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