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Hastings Pier
Hastings Pier
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Andrew
St. Albans, UK6,558 contributions
Aug 2022
We has a nice walk along Hastings pier and it was good to see it slowly coming back to life. During the summer there was some fantastic free open-air concerts and the tribute Friday concerts are just £5 entry (we did not attend, but wish we had done as music we could hear from the beach was excellent and there seemed to be great party going on in the beer garden). The concerts are held by the huge open air beer garden at the end of the pier.
The pier was built in 1872 and in its heyday hosted acts such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Genesis, Tom Jones and Pink Floyd. Following major storm damage in 1990 the pier was forced to close in 2008 (despite various efforts to keep it going). Most of the pier was then destroyed in an arson attack in 2010. Following local fund raising effort the pier re-opened in 2016 and went on to win the 2017 Stirling Prize for architecture; unfortunately the charity running the pier when bust in 2017. The pier was sold in 2018 and re-opened in 2019 – it has then slowly gone from strength to strength.
The pier was built in 1872 and in its heyday hosted acts such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Genesis, Tom Jones and Pink Floyd. Following major storm damage in 1990 the pier was forced to close in 2008 (despite various efforts to keep it going). Most of the pier was then destroyed in an arson attack in 2010. Following local fund raising effort the pier re-opened in 2016 and went on to win the 2017 Stirling Prize for architecture; unfortunately the charity running the pier when bust in 2017. The pier was sold in 2018 and re-opened in 2019 – it has then slowly gone from strength to strength.
Written January 16, 2023
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Nicholas R
1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Friends
Coldplay tribute band that went ahead despite it pouring down with rain. Ticket booked for a disabled person in wheelchair which would be unsafe to take on wet pier. Asked for refund via facebook and they deleted my comment and no other way to make contact.
Written September 23, 2022
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Laura P
1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Family
Security man was awful with my young son having a juice on the pier while he was smoking on the job!!! Disgusting!!!
Written September 10, 2022
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Sarah P
3 contributions
Aug 2022
We walked on the pier around 7.30pm and the majority of places on the pier was shut, apart from the pizza place and a beer garden. I remembered when it was vibrant and full of things to do which unfortunately no longer seems to be the case.
Written August 19, 2022
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Andrew M
1 contribution
Aug 2022
Ridiculously loud music from the pier which dominates the whole seafront and ruins a day at the beach for the majority who have not come to the seaside to be deafened
This is a regular occurrence and will drive tourists away in their droves
What a shame as, apart from the music, this is a lovely pier and a beautiful spot
What are the council thinking allowing this to go on
This is a regular occurrence and will drive tourists away in their droves
What a shame as, apart from the music, this is a lovely pier and a beautiful spot
What are the council thinking allowing this to go on
Written August 14, 2022
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xfactor74
Hastings, UK136 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Took my 13 year old son here today,expecting to be able to get an ice cream or chips or both,as it was 32 degrees outside,how wrong I was, only things available were donuts or coffee or hot dogs,but being gluten intolerant,donuts are out..but the chippy and the ice cream place were both shut on a hot day and summer holidays..ridiculous..went to McDonald's instead,which wasn't our plan..won't revisit anytime soon....annoyed
Written August 12, 2022
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Bertlyn Springer
2 contributions
Aug 2022
Was Amazing to see Soul 2 Soul live on the pier last weekend. carnival in town and fish bar Cod father beautiful fish and chips. Youngsters earning they money for the summer . Yes hasting I'll be back to enjoy the pier.
Written August 11, 2022
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lenkoran
Diss, UK110 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
As a disabled guy who struggles to get very far without seating, I found the pier very difficult. Zero benches. Very poor for those who cannot get very far without intermittent seating. I won’t be back soon if ever. Sorry guys.
Written August 9, 2022
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NotJeffery1991
Portsmouth, UK44 contributions
Jul 2022
Its nothing like the old pier it hasn't got any charisma and really just empty wood in the sea! Shame as the pier before it burnt down was always vibe!
Written July 22, 2022
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Purple_Crocodile
Ninfield, UK9 contributions
Aug 2021
Hastings Pier otherwise known locally as "The Plank" is an embarrassment to the town!!!! Okay.....we're lucky to still have a pier after having it burnt down TWICE! But honestly, you'd think that the mega rich owner could have made it like it was before but put in alarms and sprinkler systems in to protect it from happening again!!!!
But hey-ho we've still got the wonderful Eastbourne pier to visit nearby!!!!!
But hey-ho we've still got the wonderful Eastbourne pier to visit nearby!!!!!
Written July 18, 2022
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skinnymin1961
East Sussex, UK15 contributions
Can you still purchase plaques to put on the pier ?
sheepygold
london5,291 contributions
Last comment on plaques I can see was 11 months ago to say they were looking for a new plaque provider so I would try and make contact with them through their Facebook page.
MarciaBrown
Hastings, UK160 contributions
Why has the pier’s FB page blocked me from commenting? I want to ask them a question!
MarciaBrown
Hastings, UK160 contributions
Other people seem to be able to comment?
MarciaBrown
Hastings, UK160 contributions
Why is the pier closed?
JuneBug1939
Weston super Mare, UK4,453 contributions
I read that Hastings Pier is closed for three months for maintenance works. Sadly, the usual staff are now out of work for the duration. Doesn't seem very fair!
HeyitsJade
Hastings, UK20 contributions
What’s the WiFi password? I’ve tried the one it says on the website and it don’t work
Beety
Hastings, UK40 contributions
The it used to be sunshine
HeyitsJade
Hastings, UK20 contributions
What’s the WiFi password? I’ve tried the one it says on the website and it don’t work
NusaybahI
London, UK
What is the parking situation?
Hert4d
London, UK36 contributions
Hi, there is parking near the White Rock Theatre and in St Margaret's road (take turn in at White Rock Theatre and turn left at junction), some is free and some is parking on a meter machine at reasonable prices and just a short walk from the pier.
Can you take dogs on the pier
Yes! Well-behaved dogs on leads with responsible owners are welcome to promenade the Pier decking.
However, dogs are not permitted at events, in buildings, food areas or on the Upper Deck (with the exception of assistance dogs).
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Suggest an editHastings Pier - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)
Frequently Asked Questions about Hastings Pier
- Hastings Pier is open:
- Sun - Thu 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Fri - Sat 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Hotels near Hastings Pier:
- (0.07 mi) The White Rock Hotel
- (0.12 mi) Rubys Rooms
- (0.12 mi) Beachfront apartment, eclectic interiors. Romantic hideaway in Hastings.
- (0.29 mi) Number 46
- (0.11 mi) Pier 61
- Restaurants near Hastings Pier:
- (0.02 mi) The Pavilion
- (0.08 mi) Bay Spice
- (0.09 mi) BadgerIncuk
- (0.07 mi) The White Rock Hotel & Terrace Cafe-Bar
- (0.12 mi) Lamarina Mediterranean Restaurant