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Southport Pier

Southport Pier

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Location: North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Marine Lake, Southport – Southport Pier loop from Southport

7.63km

01:56

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Southport Pier – Southport Pier loop from Birkdale

8.46km

02:08

20m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Southport Pier – Southport Pier loop from Southport

15.9km

04:01

30m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jim Martin

September 7, 2024

"Southport Pier opened in August 1860, it is the oldest iron pier in the country. Its length of 1,108 m (3,635 ft) makes it the second-longest in Great Britain, after Southend Pier. Although at one time spanning 1,340 m (4,380 ft), a succession of storms and fires during the late 19th and early 20th centuries reduced its length to that of the present day.

The pier has been host to famous entertainers, including Charlie Chaplin in the early 20th century. It was visited by steamliners in its heyday, but silting of the channel meant that by the 1920s very few steamers were able to reach the pier, and the service ceased in 1929. The pier fell into disrepair throughout the late 20th century, and by 1990 it was operating at a significant annual loss with rising maintenance costs. The local council sought to have the pier demolished, but were defeated in their attempt by a single vote.

The pier was significantly restored during 2000–2002, and opened to the public in May 2002. The Southport Pier Tramway ran from Southport Promenade to the pier head at various times in the pier's history with various rolling stock, most recently until June 2015.

The pier is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building, first listed on 18 August 1975."

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Location: North West England, England, United Kingdom

Southport Pier

1. Marine Lake, Southport – Southport Pier loop from Southport

2. Southport Pier – Southport Pier loop from Birkdale

3. Southport Pier – Southport Pier loop from Southport

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