Development of West Pier
The following photos show the major structural developments of West Pier from its opening in 1866 until 1920. After this the pier was essentially unchanged.
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The opening of West Pier in 1866 from the Illustrated London News. Originally the pier had only six rather small ornamental houses, two toll houses and glass screens at the pier end to protect visitors from the elements.
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West Pier circa 1900. By this time a central bandstand had been added and weather screens the full length of the pier. Steamer landing stages and a large pavilion at the end of the pier had also been constructed.
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West Pier circa 1920. In 1916 a large concert hall was erected in the central part of the pier. After this the pier was essentially unchanged.
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