Beyond Brighton
Bournemouth Pier
Iron pier of 1880
Photo Credit
Image courtesy of © Bryn Holmes · CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Bournemouth Pier
Bournemouth Pier began as a little wooden jetty in 1855; a wooden pier followed in 1861 and was replaced in 1880 by an iron one. Walk to the end for Key West and the view back over the beaches and the cliffs.
Why it's on our list
- Since 1880
- Views of the bay
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Bournemouth Pier before you go.