Date announced for Brighton i360 reopening

The Brighton i360 is due to reopen after being closed for more than two months.

The viewing tower will open its doors again on 8 March after suddenly closing in December, following a series of financial problems.

Sarah Willingham, the founder and CEO of hospitality group Nightcap Limited, later signed a 115-year deal with Brighton & Hove City Council to run the site.

The former Dragon's Den businesswoman said: "The tower is now commissioned and ready to operate and we want to start getting her up and running as soon as we can."

The phased launch will begin at 11:30 GMT, with adult tickets for locals costing £5.

Ms Willingham said: "It's so sad to hear how few locals have actually been up in the pod and we want to change that.

"It's here, it's iconic and we should all take the opportunity to enjoy it."

The phased reopening will start with the tower, bar, gift shop and a new beachfront cafe.

The hospitality group said it would soon be refurbishing the spaces and opening a new rooftop and beach bar.

A company spokesperson added: "Bear with us as we progress.

"There's a limit to what we can achieve in such a short period of time but, as the summer arrives, we will see the improvements set in week by week."

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