Southend

Up Westcliffe

Southend-on-Sea has the longest pier in the world............about 1.3 miles out into the Thames Estuary.

I  visited on July 22, 2002 with Judy & Abby after a fire and in Sept 2013 when it had been repaired

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The view back to shore
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The end had a fire which caused extensive damage

 
Cafe at end of rebuilt pier ... and the RNLI shop
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You can walk or take the train.....speed 3mph (either way) Train in 2002 on left 3023 on right.

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In 2002 We had met with Mum and Shirley for a fish and chip supper before visiting the pier.

Views from end of Pier

   

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