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Walsall's iconic 'Three Men in a Boat' automaton restored and proudly on display at Saddlers Shopping Centre

The iconic refurbished 'Three Men in a Boat' automaton was unveiled on a memorable afternoon for Walsall.

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By Dan Stacey
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Since its installation in 1990 to commemorate Jerome K Jerome, a Caldmore-born author who published The Three Men in a Boat in 1889, the legendary Three Men in a Boat automaton has been a popular meeting point in the Saddlers Shopping Centre in Walsall town centre.

The iconic clock was also a landmark for those visiting the town, and featured the titular three men sitting in a boat.

The Jerome K. Jerome Three Men in a Boat animatronic is back at the Saddlers Centre, Walsall after years of absence. Deputy leader of Walsall Council Adrian Andrew and mayor Louise Harrison have their straw boaters at the ready to celebrate.
The Jerome K. Jerome Three Men in a Boat animatronic is back at the Saddlers Centre, Walsall after years of absence. Deputy leader of Walsall Council Adrian Andrew and mayor Louise Harrison have their straw boaters at the ready to celebrate. Photo: Tim Thursfield