September 2, 2019

Calling all Armed Forces families! A free weekend of fun is being lined-up for you by Clacton Pier later this month.

It is the Pier’s way of thanking the Forces and veterans for all that they do – and have done - for their country.

It follows-on from a similar event which was staged for the Emergency Services earlier this summer.

These weekends have been staged for a number of years now and have continued to grow in popularity.

A valid Forces ID card, or proof of service for veterans, needs to be produced at the ticket office and then each family will be given up to four free saver wristbands worth up to £60.

Live music and children’s entertainment have also been arranged for September 21 and 22 and military vehicles will be on display.

Nigel Brown, Clacton Pier’s Communications Manager, said the free weekend is open to Forces families across the country, as well as veterans, and not just those living in Tendring.

“We gave out more than 700 wristbands to Emergency Services families in June worth over £10,000 and we are hoping for a similar response from the Armed Forces,” he said.

“It is a chance for them to get together with the rest of the family and enjoy a relaxing fun day on the Pier and make the most of the facilities that we have on offer.

“This is our way of recognising everything that our Forces do for us and it is about giving something back to them as a thank you.”

Free live music will be provided by Steve Ritchie on Saturday and Tracey Moorehouse on Sunday, while James Magic will be putting on four performances both days.

The Pier will remain open to other customers throughout the weekend.

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