Clacton's 150th Anniversary Wheel officially launches
The attraction was built as part of this year's celebrations
Clacton's Anniversary Wheel officially launches today (8 May).
The tourist attraction was built at Clacton Pavilion as parts of the 150th year celebrations.
Billy Peak, owner of the landmark, said:
"The 150 Anniversary Wheel is now up and running at Clacton Pavilion and marks a momentous milestone for our business and Clacton as a town. We’re proud and pleased at the reactions to date – it is impressive as a sight and provides unrivalled views of the sea and landscape.
"We’ve already had so many advanced bookings for our ‘Afternoon Tea and Ride the Wheel’ experience, it bodes very well for the start of the season and here’s to a safe and wonderful summer for all. Celebrate with us – ‘you’re on top of the world!’"
The idea for the wheel came from Billy in September last year and by late November planning had been agreed.
It's created 10 new jobs and it's hoped it will attract more visitors to the seaside town.