And finally… Bath to get its own version of the London Eye
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A new attraction has been unveiled in Bath that will offer visitors and residents unrivalled aerial views across the UNESCO World Heritage city.
Designed by architect Nicholas Stubbs, AquEye is a revolving glass observation pod suspended between two slim, carbon fibre masts that rises from a horizontal position to a height of 65m, offering 360 degree views over the city’s Georgian rooftops.
Built on Pulteney Weir Island, just below Bath’s famous 18th century Pulteney Bridge, AquEye’s contemporary glass capsule will accommodate up to 25 passengers who will embark from Parade Gardens’ riverside lawn.
The capsule will swing out over the river and in just 20 seconds will lift passengers up above the roof tops to AquEye’s full height of 65m, revealing stunning views over the Georgian city, including Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, the Bath Rugby stadium and the seven hills surrounding the city. The full AquEye experience will take 20 minutes and could be experienced by over 250,000 guests a year.
Subject to planning permission, AquEye will begin operation in spring / summer 2017.
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