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The Shot Tower was built in 1826 for Walters, Parker & Co. and used for making lead shot for guns. During the Festival it was used as a lighthouse and the optic for the light was made by Chance Brothers Ltd., who had made the glass for the original Crystal Palace. It was also used as a radio telescope, transmitting signals to the moon. The tower was demolished in 1962 and replaced by a tree.

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Details
Collection:
Image type:	Photograph
Artist:
Ref:	00708
Identifier:	SP12/56/FES 7
Date:	1951