Out to sea
“PIERS”, wrote John Betjeman, “provide a walk on the sea without the disadvantage of seasickness, and are havens of fresh air and freedom.” Britain boasts quite a collection. For over a century they have offered a venue for promenaders and pleasure-seekers. In 1900 more than 100 existed, but only 55 remain.
This article appeared in the Britain section of the print edition under the headline “Out to sea”
From the August 12th 2000 edition
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