Popular English beach town launches new ride in time for summer
A HUGE new ride has made an appearance in a popular UK coastal resort.
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The wheel stretches 26 metres tall
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It was financed by the people who run the local funfair
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The Observation Wheel, which has been financed by the people who run the local
According to the
One local, named Robert, said: "We always come down to Weymouth. We used to do a lot of diving in the sea here.
"So we thought we'd come back and visit some of the regular haunts for our anniversary."
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Some locals also mentioned how the town used to be quite run down, but that the new wheel has brought more confidence to locals about improving the appeal of the town to visitors.
Another local added: "The Observation Wheel has only been up a few weeks and I don't mind it.
"It adds something and brings people in."
The wheel is located at Weymouth Central Beach's end, which is also home to a number of fairground attractions and seaside activities.
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The wheel costs £11 to go on, and riders will see amazing views across the coast.
Other locals mentioned how the wheel will help local businesses as it will bring people down in the
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Inside the UK seaside town home to the country's longest beach and its biggest ice creams
Mayor of Weymouth, Councillor Jon Orrell, said: "The observation wheel is one of the tallest attractions on the beach offering fantastic views of
"We are pleased to see this new attraction opening on the beach for the very first time, which complements the other seasonal rides.
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"It will offer something for all ages for residents and visitors alike."
Weymouth has also been described as a supersized UK seaside town that's home to the c
Plus, from beaches to dinosaurs – Haven's Weymouth Bay resort has lots to see.
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The Mayor of Weymouth has said it boasts amazing views of Weymouth's iconic Jurassic coastline.
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