Brighton Wheel, Ferris wheel on Brighton seafront, England
The steel structure rises 45 meters above the Brighton seafront, featuring enclosed passenger cabins that rotate with views of the coastline and city.
The wheel opened in October 2011 after being transported from Germany, where it served as an attraction during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.
This observation wheel represented a modern addition to Brighton's entertainment offerings, joining the established attractions along the English Channel coast.
The wheel operated for 12 minutes per rotation and could accommodate up to 284 passengers across multiple gondolas at maximum capacity.
Located at coordinates 50.8191°N and 0.1344°W, the wheel required £6 million in private funding and created 30 employment positions upon opening.
Location: Brighton
Inception: October 21, 2011
Official opening: October 24, 2011
Website: http://brightonwheel.com
GPS coordinates: 50.81907,-0.13262
Latest update: May 10, 2025 19:18
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