Early Morning In Southend II by Fred255

Photography • Architecture • posted on Sep 20, 2009

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The present iron pier was first opened in 1889 but only extended as far as what is now known as the Old Pier Head. The first extension was built to accommodate the increased number of steamboats visiting the Pier. This was opened in 1898 and is known as the New Pier Head. An upper deck was added and opened in 1908 and further extensions to this area were completed in 1927. The final addition to the length was opened in 1929. The Prince George Extension, as it is called, brought the length to 2360 yards (2158 metres) or 1.34 miles, the Longest Pleasure Pier in the World. Thank you for looking, as always any comments or suggestions welcome 8~) ** BEST VIEWED FULLSIZE **