CROWDS turned out in force despite inclement weather for the official opening of Clacton’s giant new attraction. The official ribbon cutting for the opening of the 150 Anniversary Wheel at Clacton Pavilion took place on Sunday. It marks the start of Clacton’s 150th anniversary celebrations. Billy Peak, owner of Clacton Pavilion, said he was overjoyed at the opening of the observation wheel, which towers above Clacton’s seafront.
Scarlett Russell and Elodie Soper on the Anniversary Wheel at Clacton Pavilion “It has been great to see so many people out and about and the response to the wheel has been fantastic,” he said.
Clacton Pavilion s 30-metre-high observation wheel is expected to be completed in the coming week. Billy Peak, owner of Clacton Pavilion, said the new tourist attraction marks the resort s historic milestone and will create 10 new jobs in the town. He said: “The build is moving along quick now and we should all be up and running by the middle of next week. 150 Years of Clacton was always going to be a very special summer and we’re so pleased that we’re able to continue with all the surprises and celebrations we had planned. Come along and see us here at Clacton Pavilion once we open to grab your glass of Prosecco and strawberries and ride the amazing anniversary wheel celebrating 150 years of our great seaside town.”