'From transforming Alton Towers into a landmark theme park to his innovative vision for Camel Creek Resort, John’s creativity and determination were truly extraordinary'
Mr Broome, who transformed the Staffordshire theme park into one of the UK's biggest tourist attractions, was born in 1943 and went on to have a far-reaching impact on the tourism industry, our sister site, Stoke-on-Trent Live reports.
"From transforming Alton Towers into a landmark theme park to his innovative vision for Camel Creek Resort, John’s creativity and determination were truly extraordinary.
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