BEN Parkin has left Wivenhoe Town and joined Thurlow Nunn League neighbours FC Clacton.
After agreeing a one-year contract, he admitted it was time for a fresh start and a new challenge with the Seasiders.
Wivenhoe were relegated to division one last season and that was a key factor in Parkin’s decision to quit the Dragons.
“It was definitely a wrench to leave,” said the 22-year-old, who made 120 appearances and scored 20 goals for the Maple Tree Cars Stadium side.
“However, when we got relegated I knew the time was right to move on.
“It was time for a fresh start and a new challenge."
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