We Will Restore Pier's Grandeur ; Grand Pier Rebuilders Appointed

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GRAND Pier owners Kerry and Michelle Michael have appointed the main contractors to rebuild the pavilion. John Sisk & Son will now start work as soon as possible to restore the historic tourist attraction that was burnt down in a devastating fire on July 28 last year. Sisk is a national building contractor with projects throughout the UK and a regional base in Avonmouth. Paul Wilson, the managing director of Sisk, said: "It is clear how devastating the fire has been, not just for the pier but for the people of Weston who must have thought this was the end for their biggest tourist attraction. "Sisk will restore the excitement and grandeur of the historic pier, but with 21st century facilities for its visitors. "We will use our building expertise on what is a major engineering challenge to rebuild the Grand Pier for the important tourist trade in summer 2010." If work runs on schedule, the owners plan to reopen the pier in June 2010. Mr Michael said: "Almost one year on from the fire we're pleased to have appointed a contractor to rebuild the pavilion.

"Although the deadlines we have set are very tight I'm hopeful we can get the work complete on time ready for people to enjoy the new Pier and all its attractions next summer. The Pier is a unique structure and building anything a quarter of a mile out to sea is a challenge for any contractor so we've had to be meticulous in our selection. "I'm now looking forward to working with the Sisk team and making sure we deliver the world's greatest pier on time and on budget. "The aim is to be open at the end of June, but if we have good weather this winter there is a chance we could complete earlier.

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