Southport view from the Pier Pavilion

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A Victorian view from Southport pavilion showing the Victoria Baths, Victorian Hotel and Neville Street.

Comments	Southport Pier is the oldest remaining iron pier in the country and officially opened on August 2, 1860, with much ceremony and excitement. James Brunlees was engaged to design the pier and in 1862 waiting and refreshment rooms were added for boat passengers. It was upgraded to a cable-operated tramway in 1865 and another extension in 1868 which increased the length to 4380 feet. Storm damage and fires reduced the length to the present 3633 feet and made Southport Pier the second longest in Britain.
Location	Southport
Photograph Date	1890-1900
Photograph ID	NS_P23_6