The owners of Britannia Pier in Great Yarmouth are "delighted" to "breathe new life" into the structure after a £1.8m revamp.

Crowds gathered in the sunshine on Saturday afternoon as the borough mayor, Carl Annison, cut the ribbon to mark the completion of major work.

The improvements include a plush new indoor entertainment centre, which is hoped will turn the seasonal hotspot into a year-round venue.

A carpeted, sheltered walkway from the entrance has also been created and will lead visitors to the new building from the front.

Bar manager Nicola Bennett (left), co-owner Cherise Abbott (centre) and pier manager Keegan Snell (right) (Image: Bruno Brown) Cherise Abbott, co-owner, said: "We are pleased with the turnout and a lot of the kind words spoken about the project.

"The improvements we have made to the pier can keep it open all year round, which we hope could have a positive knock-on effect for the town.

"We have put a lot of effort into organising this free event, so we hope people have enjoyed themselves."

Mr Annison said it was........

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