In 2014, CNN Travel recognized Clevedon Pier as one of the world’s most beautiful piers. This stunning structure is the only pier in the UK to have won the prestigious ‘Pier of the Year’ award three times. Now, The Telegraph …
Named one of the world’s most beautiful piers by CNN Travel in 2014 and a three-time winner of the prestigious ‘Pier of the Year’ award, Clevedon Pier stands proudly on the Severn Estuary in Somerset. This Victorian …
Birnbeck Pier, a cherished landmark with a rich history, has taken a monumental step toward restoration. For the first time in decades, a new section has been successfully lifted into place, reconnecting the pier to the …
After decades of separation, the iconic Birnbeck Pier has finally been reconnected to the mainland, marking a significant milestone in its restoration. New photographs reveal a crucial section being carefully lifted and …
When picturing an authentic British pier, many immediately think of Blackpool or Brighton. Yet nestled in North Somerset by the Bristol Channel is Weston-super-Mare—a coastal resort home to the spectacular Grand Pier, an …
When picturing an authentic British pier, destinations like Blackpool or Brighton often come to mind. However, one of the UK’s most remarkable piers is nestled in the South West—Weston-super-Mare’s Grand Pier along the …
Maria Polansky, an expat from Canada who has lived in the UK for seven years, has discovered her favourite beach destination: Weston-super-Mare in Somerset. Amid ongoing debates about the best UK beaches—whether in …
Nestled in the peaceful seaside town of Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, lies Britain’s shortest pier – a small but remarkable gem that has captured the hearts of holidaymakers for over a century. Though modest in size, this …
Nestled in the tranquil town of Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, lies Britain’s shortest pier, a modest yet remarkable landmark with a rich history and enduring charm. Despite its size, this pier stands as a proud testament to early …
Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Birnbeck Pier has a rich history spanning over 160 years, and after decades of decline, hopes are high for its full restoration by 2027. Opened in 1867, the pier quickly became a major draw for …
In 1867, Weston-super-Mare celebrated the grand opening of its first pier, Birnbeck Pier, which would become an iconic Victorian landmark and a magnet for thousands of holidaymakers during the Edwardian era. As the only pier …
For the first twenty years of my life, I called Clevedon home—a picturesque Somerset town brimming with history and character. Its most iconic landmark is the magnificent Victorian pier, a Grade I-listed structure stretching …
For the first twenty years of my life, I called Clevedon home—a picturesque Somerset town renowned for its striking Victorian pier, a unique seawater infinity pool, and one of the world’s oldest cinemas. More than just a …
For the first 20 years of my life, I called Clevedon, a picturesque town in Somerset, my home. This quaint seaside town charms visitors with its glorious Victorian pier, a seawater infinity pool, and the Curzon—one of the …
An unusual sight has captured the attention of residents and visitors at Weston-super-Mare: a colossal barge resembling an upside-down oil rig has arrived beside Birnbeck Pier. On March 18, this remarkable structure made its …