The structure was officially opened by the Bailiff of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, Richard McMahon at a drinks reception attended by over 120 Rotarians and their guests.
The Bailiff paid tribute to the work completed by the Channel Islands club and the various local tradesmen and financial sponsors who worked so hard to replace this iconic structure which has become such a well-known Guernsey landmark.
For the first time in its history, the pavilion will now be accessible to all in the community following the levelling of the associated groundworks and by building replacement handrails to create easy access for all abilities.
The pavilion will be accessible to the whole community.
Rotarian Nigel Dorey was the appointed project manager who made sure that the construction was as closely aligned as possible to the original structure built in 1935 and built to honour and preserve its Japanese heritage and the local history of the park.
The opening ceremony was an ideal opportunity to celebrate the hard work of so many supporters who all had a part to play in the rebuilding.
The unveiling created a special moment to mark the occasion that will now allow the public to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this area in the park that remains such a special place for so many.
An interpretation board has been placed on site to provide detailed information on the history of the pavilion and its links to Lord de Saumarez as well as to acknowledge the sponsors, supporting contractors, The Rotary Foundation and the Rotary Club of Guernsey.
This new structure will provide a sustainable legacy in their community for many decades to come.
The project will not stop with the new pavilion as it is planned to plant peace trees in the area and to use this venue for future associated Rotary International peace and youth initiatives.
