Eastbourne Pier
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It would have been easy to allow Eastbourne Pier to decay after the fire that damaged it so badly a couple years back but the council took the brave step of investing in its restoration. I love the pier for its famous evening mumuration of starlings. There are still places to eat, buy souvenirs and have fun. And there's nothing better than a brisk stroll out to the far end where fishermen gather and the tackle shop plies its trade. At the moment the restoration work denies access to much if the town end but, when it's done, I look forward to what will be one our our best remaining piers.
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Although damaged by fire in the summer of 2014, this Eugenius Birch pier is being restored and much of the original Victorian fabric remains undamaged. This is how a pier should be - ornate, dripping with fancy iron-work, quirky, melancholy and pretty.
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Disappointing compared to Brighton Pier.
There is some work going on, but it would seem it needs
a complete refurbishment, if it is to be a major attraction
There is some work going on, but it would seem it needs
a complete refurbishment, if it is to be a major attraction
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I love piers and was so sad when Eastbourne pier went up in flames. Happily the renovation work is well underway and it looks as though the pier's former glory will be reinstated. You must walk to the end of the pier on a visit to Eastbourne, come rain or shine. Chips on the pier make a fine lunch but beware of the seagulls.
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Everyone but everyone enjoys a walk on the pier. This is not the longest in the world but worth a stroll to the end.The centre of the pier is boarded off following an obvious serious fire. Viewing windows allow you to see the extent of the damage and work in progress.
Fishing tackle and bait is available at the end of the pier.Go on blow the cobwebs off !
Fishing tackle and bait is available at the end of the pier.Go on blow the cobwebs off !
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went for a walk on the pier it is at the moment being renovated after a fire so not a lot going on but nice views out to sea on a clear day. shops that were open seem to be very expensive they need to cut prices if they want to sell goods
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The fire damage Repair well underway and it appears in a few more months will be a great place to visit again The Victorian Tea Rooms are a must
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We took a bracing walk on the pier, they are still working on it after the fire, but it's worth a look for the view. You can have something to eat and drink in the café or browse the gift shops, if it was better weather the view would be spectacular, a good old fashioned thing to do.
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The victorian pier is the epitome of an English seaside attraction, and the one at Eastbourne is a fine example, but is in desperate need of a full refurbishment. Great to walk to the end to appreciate the views, but sadly let down by peeling paint, a lack of maintenance and missing sections of the decorative lights at night.
It has a couple of cafes, although the Victorian Tea Room is an overpriced disappointment, and the chippy at the entrance is substandard. If in need of good quality fish and chips then take a stroll along to Qualisea in Terminus Road or one of a couple in Carlisle Road.
Sadly the fire in July 2014 destroyed the Blue Room arcade on the pier, and hopefully it's demolition and the plan to rebuild it will see something new and exciting take it's place.
It has a couple of cafes, although the Victorian Tea Room is an overpriced disappointment, and the chippy at the entrance is substandard. If in need of good quality fish and chips then take a stroll along to Qualisea in Terminus Road or one of a couple in Carlisle Road.
Sadly the fire in July 2014 destroyed the Blue Room arcade on the pier, and hopefully it's demolition and the plan to rebuild it will see something new and exciting take it's place.
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Beautiful views when it's open and it acts as a picture postcard moment.
Be lovely to see it restored and back to her glory days.
Be lovely to see it restored and back to her glory days.
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This is a lovely old-fashioned pier to stroll along on a sunny day, have fish and chips or an ice cream, explore the lovely little shops, cafes and boutiques and just soak up that view. Even though the restoration of the burnt-out section is under way, there are viewing platforms to see the work and walkways on each side to reach all the attractions out to see. A must visit.
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still getting back on their feet and very early in the session. Was surprised to get a cuppa tea in the coffee shop!
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I would say good, rather than average, however the shops on and around the pier failed to capture my attention (except the mid-pier Victorian tea room), and architecturally, she could do with less concrete, otherwise no complaints.
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good to see the the work being done to save this grand lady after the fire.
The shops and stalls should be open for the new season
The shops and stalls should be open for the new season
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Loved the old fashioned atmosphere and impressed with the way they are getting on with the restoration following last year's fire. Wish the shops opened earlier.
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The pier is quite nice and big with shops inside of a good choice as well the pier is quite big and you can good views of the seas as well.
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Eastbourne pier is a great sight as you near it along the promenade.
Free to walk along to the end -the middle part is being repaired after severe fire damage but you are still able to walk to either side of this.
Great views on a clear day with fishing aloud at the bottom for a small fee.
Tea room at the end and no sign of any amusements , which makes a welcome change.
Well worth a stroll along.
Free to walk along to the end -the middle part is being repaired after severe fire damage but you are still able to walk to either side of this.
Great views on a clear day with fishing aloud at the bottom for a small fee.
Tea room at the end and no sign of any amusements , which makes a welcome change.
Well worth a stroll along.
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It was interesting looking thro the peepholes at the progress of the work. The Victorian restaurant serves very good tea with leaves rather than tea bags.
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Lovely Victorian pier which sadly, was extensively damaged by fire last year. It's currently undergoing restoration, but is being kept open as far as possible. The high fences around the work-areas have holes cut out so people can peep through to watch the progress - nice touch! I love the freshness of the blue and white colour scheme, and the lion head details on the lamps! Wonderful, uninterrupted views up and down the coast.
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Provides a good view of the shore although most shops were closed when we visited late in the day. Careful of where you step as some of the flooring is in need of repair.
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What a shame, the pier Fire last year has really devastated what was a lovely old Landmark. But it is in the process of being restored now and hopefully it will be back to its former glory soon.
It was interesting to be able to view some of this process through windows in the barriers. Lots of dangerous work going on and quite amazing to see it .
It was interesting to be able to view some of this process through windows in the barriers. Lots of dangerous work going on and quite amazing to see it .
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unfortunately due to a fire last year pier is not fully open . lovely views of the coastline from here and interesting prints to look at all around the pier . we look forward to returning when work completed
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A great shame, because it really is a wonderful structure which could be quite magnificent. Unfortunately it has, in part, become the sort of building which lends itself to the cheap side of sea side life. Nevertheless, there are hopeful signs of improvement. At the time of our visit there was quite a lot of building work going on.
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Despite a devastating fire during JULY 2014 I am pleased to report that the pier is open for business and the workmen are making good progress to restore this iconic building to former glory.
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