The Ball brothers are marking 15 years of ownership of one of Britain’s most famous piers - that at Clacton.
The country’s largest pier, it was taken over by Billy and Elliot Ball on March 16, 2009, since when it has been gradually improved with major refurbishment and fresh attractions.
The pier was first built in 1871 and is nearly 500ft long. The improvements made by the Ball brothers brought the pier the title Pier of the Year in 2020.
The Clacton Pier Company now has a big wheel and other major rides installed. The brothers bought the pier from the Harrison family while both Billy and Elliot were in their 20s.
