Alton
Towers has a long and interesting history, which dates back to some time in the
8th century. It was back then when the first fortress was built on the Towers
site, held by Ceolred, King of Mercia. It is said that there was once a battle
between Coelred and King Ine of Wessex, which took place in Slain Hollow, just
beyond the Gardens which we see at the park today.
After
many years of the land passing between owners and uses, it fell into the hands
of the Talbot family, who originated from France. John Talbot, the first Earl of
Shrewsbury, fought alongside Henry V, and the family had a strong ties with the
rulers of the country.
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