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Wembely Park Tower under construction
Wembley Park Tower under construction. Also known as Watkins Tower, It was to be the centre piece of a pleasure park and based upon the Eiffel tower, 358 meters tall. The project ran out of funds after the first level had been complete (47 meters) and it was demolisehd in 1907. Date: C. 1900s
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Wembley Park Tower under Construction: A Grand Folly of the 1900s This photograph captures the unfinished Wembley Park Tower, also known as Watkins Tower, during its construction in the early 1900s. The tower, inspired by the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, was intended to be the centerpiece of a grand pleasure park in London. Standing at an impressive height of 358 meters, it was set to become one of the tallest structures in the world at the time. The vision for this architectural marvel began in 1894 when Frederick William Watkins, a local businessman, proposed the construction of a pleasure garden in Wembley, complete with a towering observation tower. The design, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, was met with great enthusiasm, and work on the foundation began in 1900. However, the project soon ran into financial difficulties, and by 1903, only the first level, standing at 47 meters, had been completed. Despite the setbacks, the tower continued to capture the imagination of the public, who flocked to the site to witness the progress. Unfortunately, the lack of funds forced the project to be abandoned, and the tower was demolished in 1907. The unrealized dream of a towering observation tower in Wembley Park remains an intriguing chapter in London's architectural history. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the grand visions and folly that marked the early 20th century.
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