Birnbeck Pier's first new replacement section lifted into place (original) (raw)

The first new section of a historic pier that is undergoing a £20m restoration has been lifted into place.

A new steel bridge span was craned into place on Birnbeck Pier on Sunday to replace a deteriorated section that connected the structure to Weston-super-Mare in Somerset.

The Grade II*-listed pier has been closed for more than 30 years due to safety concerns, but work to create a new cultural space, restore the historic clock tower and turnstiles, repair the 1888 boathouse and renovate the pavilion buildings began in February.

Paul Nutter, from contractor Mackley, said the restored pier would still feature elements that were "sympathetic to the original heritage of the structure".