West Pier Brighton
West Pier Brighton is part of the city's identity and has many stories to tell. Even now its rusted remains provide an iconic view from the beach where locals & tourists flock to enjoy the scenic landmark especially towards sunset. At the right time of year the starling murmurations act as a hypontic scene to become lost in
The West Pier was opened in 1866 when seafront strolls were very much the fashion. Visitors were given the opportunity to stroll out over the sea and take in a performance at the theatre or music hall. The pier later fell into a state of disrepair and Read More…
funding attempts to restore it were unsuccessful. Sadly, the fire of 2003 destroyed the West Pier apart from its metal frame and a single fortune-tellers hut, ooooo make of that what you will!
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