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Weston's New Pier

Chris Ledgard traces the story of the rebuilding of Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier. He meets the owners, architects and builders, and finds out what the future holds.

In July 2008, fire destroyed the famous pavilion on Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier. But, while other piers crumble, this one is being re-built. Some experts say the new pavilion will make it the best seaside pier in the world.

Chris Ledgard meets the owners, architects and builders to relive the day of the fire, investigate the building project, and find out what the future holds for one of Britain's best-known seaside resorts.

30 minutes

Last on

Fri 9 Oct 2009 11:00

Broadcast

  • Fri 9 Oct 2009 11:00