William Vaughan, 16, says in the current adaptations Judy "doesn't really get hit at all".
The nursery in Washwood Heath initially hoped to fill one coach to Weston-super-Mare.
Business owners believe people are spending fewer evenings and less cash in Skegness this summer.
Alfie Lugsden, who started an appeal to buy the item, says he wants it to go on public display.
Rather than fighting the forces of nature - and the law - one family has chosen a different path.
Borough council leader Carl Smith says the seaside town is "in it to win it".
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised to give new powers to seaside towns.
Girvan used to be a popular destination for tourists, but locals hope it can flourish again.
Free fireworks displays and choreographed to music to take place at Bournemouth Pier and Poole Quay.
