Belfast Wheel, Ferris wheel at City Hall grounds, Belfast, Northern Ireland
The Belfast Wheel was a 60-meter tall observation wheel located on the City Hall grounds in central Belfast. Enclosed capsules rotated slowly to provide views across the city skyline and out toward Belfast Lough.
The wheel opened in November 2007 as a joint venture between Belfast City Council and the Department for Social Development. The structure closed to the public in April 2010 after operating for nearly three years.
The wheel's location near City Hall sparked discussions about relocating the Titanic Memorial before the 2012 commemorative events.
The attraction was open daily for visitors throughout the year in all weather conditions. Clear days offered the best visibility for enjoying unobstructed views across the city and surrounding areas.
A security incident occurred on June 23, 2009, when an individual climbed the structure, leading to immediate response from local authorities.
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