This week thousands of thrilled seeking excited tourists from all over came to experience some stunning views from Weston’s latest attraction.
Visitors and residents took to the sky in the 30-pod looming structure that stands at 40-meters which towers over Weston seafront, to take in some panoramic views of the town, the South West, the Bristol Channel and across to Wales.
The 30 pods are capable to taking up to six adults and two children. The VIP pod can take up to four people and a bottle of champagne is also included.
North Somerset Council leader Nigel Ashton told the Mercury and the Midweek how fantastic the wheel would be to the town.
“I am proud that the town is playing host to such a wonderful attraction that would reap awards to the resort”.
Councilor Ashton along with executive member Felicity Baker and the Weston Mercury team were the first to ride on the town’s latest attraction.
Councilor Ashton said, “The wheel is an absolutely terrific and wonderful addition to Weston and North Somerset”.
He also added, “Everyone will want to go on the wheel and I am absolutely thrilled and delighted it has come to Weston”.
“I believe the wheel is a fantastic attraction in a brilliant location and I’m sure the people of Weston and from all over will love it”.
“I believe the wheel is a fantastic attraction in a brilliant location and I’m sure the people of Weston and from all over will love it”.
But Councillor Ashton says that the World Tourist Attractions contacted the council following the Grand Pier fire from last year and saw a good opportunity for the town.
The ride itself lasts up to 30 minutes.
Ticket prices are £5 for adults, £3 for children aged three to twelve, £1 to children aged 1 to three and £4 to for the over 60’s.
Tickets are available from Weston Tourist Information Centre, the Winter Gardens and the Playhouse.
Family tickets for up to four people, including at least one child, are available at £12 along with private VIP Pods are also on offer.
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