Hundreds of visitors flocked to the seafront to enjoy its latest tourist attraction.

The Brighton Wheel started turning and was declared open for business.

Those lucky enough to take a ride on the 45-metre high attraction were treated to clear skies and stunning views and the city basked in unusually warm weather for the time of year.

Construction of the wheel began in Dalton’s Bastion on the seafront in late September and many people were astonished at how quickly the structure went up.

It has opened in time for the autumn half-term break and developers Paramount Entertainments said that the wheel had passed every condition Brighton and Hove City Council required.

The attraction underwent rigorous safety tests to ensure that anyone riding on the £6 million observation wheel can do so with peace of mind.

The wheel has a five-year deal with the council to stay on the seafront and 30 full and part-time jobs have been created.

For more information about the wheel, go to www.brightonwheel.com.