Blackpool Tower at 125: Witness the birth of this iconic northern structure

As we approach the 125th anniversary of Blackpool Tower opening this fascinating set of images capture the structure being built
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Blackpool Tower

The foundation stone of the grand project had been laid on September 25, 1891 by the resort’s MP Sir Matthew White-Ridley. There followed a three year construction project as the now famous red tower gradually rose above the resort.

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