100 Years of The Pier

Posted October 18th, 2009.

Brighton Pier marks  its 110th birthday this month with its central role to the city being marked by an presentation attended by the mighty and the great of the city!Scott Marshall, Director of Culture & Enterprise for Brighton & Hove City Council will hold an talk  on the past, present and future of the role of heritage, culture and tourism within the city of Hove and Brighton, within which Brighton Pier represents an significantpart.In addition, Jeremy Brinkworth from Visit England will be the guest announcerand will offerthoughts into the more open role of tourism within the area and the critical part towns such as Brighton and Hove provideto the national and local economy.Anne Martin, General Manager of Brighton Pier comments:“As a Grade 2* listed building, Brighton Pier is an integral part of Brighton’s heritage and through ongoing private investment we have developed and maintained its status as one of the leading attractions in theBrighton and Hove.This event is designed to celebrate and acknowledge all that is great about Brighton as well as 110 years of the Pier. We want to continue to engage with the diverse range of businesses, groups, communities and individuals that ensure our city is one of the UK’s premier tourist destinations.”  Brighton Short Breaks hasa choicef top rangeflats and apartments within walking distance of the pier for visitors to the town to get the most fromthis favourite landmark!self catering brighton