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
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