April 27, 2020

A special NHS appreciation party is being planned to thank staff for all they are doing to save lives.

Clacton Pier is looking to stage the event once the attraction has reopened and restrictions have been lifted by the Government.

The Pier will be contacting its regular suppliers and entertainers and will also be putting on a firework extravaganza to ensure it is a memorable occasion.

Director Billy Ball said that every year the pier arranges a weekend for the emergency services and armed forces.

“We have always felt it is important to give something back to those who do so much for the community by looking after us throughout the year,” he said.

“We are now planning a special appreciation party for the NHS to recognise the truly heroic and selfless efforts that have put in to battle Coronavirus and to save so many lives.

“They have put their own lives at risk to do this and the nation cannot thank them enough for what they are doing.

“The pier wants to give them something to look forward to once the time is right for us to start to return to a more normal life – and we think everyone would agreed they deserve that, and more.”

Mr Ball added that a date for the party and details of the event will be announced as soon as it is possible to do so.

It will include free wristbands to be used on the rides and it is aimed to have musicians, magicians and other entertainment on offer.

“We want NHS staff to come along, relax and have a great fun time with their loved ones,” said Mr Ball.

“Until then we all need to do our bit to help the NHS by staying at home and following the Government guidelines.”

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