After a brief introduction to the facilities available, passengers enter one of the 30 fully enclosed, climate controlled capsules and are gently lifted to a height of almost 40 metres revealing spectacular sea views and the stunning North Somerset Countryside. Your journey will last approximately 13 minutes and each wheel has the option of a commentary pointing out local landmarks. A VIP capsule with DVD, glass floor and champagne on ice is also available
Travel; tourism; holidays; vacations; seaside; coast; The Weston Wheel; Weston Super Mare; Somerset; England; UK; big wheel; Ferris wheel; observation wheel; capsules; entertainment; landmarks; sightseeing; October; no people;
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After a brief introduction to the facilities available, passengers enter one of the 30 fully enclosed, climate controlled capsules and are gently lifted to a height of almost 40 metres revealing spectacular sea views and the stunning North Somerset Countryside. Your journey will last approximately 13 minutes and each wheel has the option of a commentary pointing out local landmarks
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The entrance to the rebuilt Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare undergoing final preparations for it's imminent reopening. North Somerset, England, United Kingdom.
October; North Somerset; Nightfall; Sea Front; Pink Sky; Pier; Holiday Destination; Great Britain; Grand Pier; GB; Landmark; Holiday Resort; Seafront; UK; Twilight; Town; Weston-super-Mare; West Country; United Kingdom; Somerset; Seaside Resort; Seaside; Tourist Attraction; Southwest; South West; European; Coast; Coastal; British Isles; Britain; British; Entrance; Europe; English; Dusk; England
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The entrance to the rebuilt Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare undergoing final preparations for it's imminent reopening. North Somerset, England, United Kingdom.
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, England, UK, reconstruction of the Grand pier, beach, sand, sands, shore, coast, Somerset coast, holiday, vacation, break, rest, relaxation, sea, seaside, British holiday, final stages of construction, June,
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On 28 July 2008, the pavilion at the end of the Grand Pier was completely destroyed by a fire. Eleven fire engines and 80 fire-fighters were unable to contain the blaze which is believed to have started in the north-east tower of the Pavilion. A competition was held to design a new pavilion,and the project awarded to the winning architect Angus Meek Architects of Bristol. Construction work began on the pier and new pavilion in 2009, and is scheduled to re-open in July 2010 following a £39 million re-building programme.
Weston super mare, Grand Pier, Somerset, Seaside, Sand, Beach, Kiss me quick, people, tourists, holiday-makers, visitors, day-trippers, deck chairs, blue sky, IPSV4976
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, England, UK, reconstructed Grand pier, beach, sand, sands, coast, Somerset coast, tourism, travel, holiday, vacation, break, rest, relaxation, sea, seaside, construction in final stages, June,
Description
On 28 July 2008, the pavilion at the end of the Grand Pier was completely destroyed by a fire. Eleven fire engines and 80 fire-fighters were unable to contain the blaze which is believed to have started in the north-east tower of the Pavilion. A competition was held to design a new pavilion,and the project awarded to the winning architect Angus Meek Architects of Bristol. Construction work began on the pier and new pavilion in 2009, and is scheduled to re-open in July 2010 following a £39 million re-building programme.
Knightstone Island historically housed a theatre, swimming pool and sauna. After years of disrepair and dereliction, the area has been redeveloped by Redrow Homes. During 2006/2007, luxury apartments and commercial outlets have been built on the site. Consideration has been taken due to the listed building status of much of the site. Boat trips from here include the Waverley and Balmoral and trips to Steep Holm and Flat Holm islands as well as short trips around Weston Bay.
Knightstone Island historically housed a theatre, swimming pool and sauna. After years of disrepair and dereliction, the area has been redeveloped by Redrow Homes. During 2006/2007, luxury apartments and commercial outlets have been built on the site. Consideration has been taken due to the listed building status of much of the site. Boat trips from here include the Waverley and Balmoral and trips to Steep Holm and Flat Holm islands as well as short trips around Weston Bay
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Attractions; August; Britain; British; Building; Buildings; England; English; English Heritage; Great Britain; Heritage Attractions; Lawns; Leisure; Midlands; Much Wenlock; Shropshire; U.K.; UK; United Kingdom; Wenlock Priory; abbey; arch; architecture; attraction; blue sky; church; churches; column; columns; exterior; exteriors; grass; grasses; grassy; green; heritage; historic; lawn; monastery; no people; peaceful; picturesque; place of worship; relaxed; ruin; sky; stone; summer; tourism; travel; visit; visitor attraction
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The remains of the south transept and library of Much Wenlock Priory, Shropshire. Once one of the finest monastic churches in the country, it was founded in the 12th century.
The town contains several arts venues. The Playhouse serves both tourists and the local population. The Winter Gardens on the seafront hosts shows, exhibitions and conferences.
Low tide at Weston Super Mare, Summer 2012, depicting the new grand pier and several fishing boats. View from Knighstone Causeway towards Marine Parade and Royal Parade.
Knightstone Island historically housed a theatre, swimming pool and sauna. After years of disrepair and dereliction, the area has been redeveloped by Redrow Homes. During 2006/2007, luxury apartments and commercial outlets have been built on the site. Consideration has been taken due to the listed building status of much of the site. Boat trips from here include the Waverley and Balmoral and trips to Steep Holm and Flat Holm islands as well as short trips around Weston Bay
The Grand Pier, one of the most popular tourist attractions in the town which previously housed funfair style attractions, a go-kart track, cafes, a fudge factory, and a host of arcade games, underwent a £34 million re-development after a fire in 2008 destroyed the main pavilion. After a harsh winter which delayed progress, the new pier pavilion reopened on 23 October 2010
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On 28 July 2008, the pavilion at the end of the Grand Pier was completely destroyed by a fire. Eleven fire engines and 80 fire-fighters were unable to contain the blaze which is believed to have started in the north-east tower of the Pavilion. A competition was held to design a new pavilion,and the project awarded to the winning architect Angus Meek Architects of Bristol. Construction work began on the pier and new pavilion in 2009, and is scheduled to re-open in July 2010 following a £39 million re-building programme
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