For years the outdoor ‘lido’ built into the
sea wall in 1929 fell into disrepair, a dumping place for shopping trolleys and
assorted detritus. But in 2015 it was restored to its former glory and is now a
well used resource for swimmers, boarders and kayakers alike.
The skate park on the seafront was also a backdrop in the successful TV series Broadchurch. The walk along the prom also boasts a working band stand dating from 1887. Next to the Marine Lake is the Salthouse Field with a miniature light railway running around the perimeter and a nearby mini-golf centre.
Our favourite watering hole is Scarlet’s just opposite the pier head. Great views, great mains and wonderful sweets.
The pier head and its buildings have also been fully restored – the pier being a grade 1 listed building. For years it was dominated by a derelict gothic type mansion – now luxury flats. Also built into the pier is a new cafe with a below stairs viewing gallery under the pier structure.
The reception building also has a small historical
exhibition housed upstairs.
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