That's all, folks....

event:   West Pier & i360 review date:   Monday, 12 May 2003 words by:   Sam Milford photos by:   Richard de Pesando & Sam Milford [ intro | page 1 ]

review

The curtains close on the the West Pier's final performance. With a last pyrotechnic sigh, smouldering wet ash filled the air and what little was left of the pier fell into the swirling sea. That's all, folks.

Once again Richard was at the scene, braving the hellish weather to get some shots for the site. And between gusts of wind and heavy rain he managed very well. On my return from London I stepped off the train and could immediately smell the burning... I made it down to the beach to grab a few photos of the final flickering flames...

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about West Pier & i360

Love it or loathe it, the West Pier is still here. Just. Brightoners (and Hove-ers) have long got used to seeing the crumbling wreck disintegrating into the choppy waters. Over the last couple of years the demise of the Grade I listed building has been more spectacular than usual... Click for more info and complete listings for West Pier & i360