Monument record MWX2799 - Southbourne Pier
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Summary
Southbourne Pier was built for the Southbourne Pier Company in 1888. It was badly damaged by two storms in 1900-1 and was demolished in 1909.
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Full Description
Southbourne Pier was built in 1888, to the design of Archibald Smith. It was 300 ft long. It opened in August 1888 and there were regular sailing between Bournemouth and Southbourne.
The pier, promenade and sea-wall were almost completely destroyed by two storms in December 1900 and January 1901. The pier was demolished in 1909.
<1> Cresswell, J, 2003, Items in collection of the Bournemouth Natural Science Society. (Index). SWX8161.
Southbourne Pier, built 1888; destroyed by storms 1900/01; demolished 1907. Remains were reported to still be in place in 1936. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SWX8161 Index: Cresswell, J. 2003. Items in collection of the Bournemouth Natural Science Society..
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SZ 148 909 (30m by 90m) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ19SW |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1449
Record last edited
Feb 28 2013 4:51PM
