This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1823: Brighton Pier

Brighton, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Bridgemeister ID:376 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1823
Name:Brighton Pier
Location:Brighton, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom
Principals:Sir Samuel Brown
References:AAJ, BEM, BOB, HBE, MOS, SBR
Use:Footbridge
Status:Destroyed, 1896
Main Cables:Chain (iron)
Suspended Spans:4
Main Spans:4 x 77.7 meters (255 feet)

Notes:

  • SBR: Severely damaged 1833, 1836. Destroyed by storm 1896.

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Image Sets:

Print, collection of David Denenberg Print, collection of David Denenberg Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle


Jochem Hollestelle contributed to the information and/or images for this bridge.

Do you have any information or photos about this bridge that you would like to share? Please email david.denenberg@bridgemeister.com.

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