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In March 2016, Felix J said:

Fresh doughnuts, amazing ice creams, lovely walk! The rebuilt construction is good view! Young Children are safe but needs to be looked after

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In March 2016, Nigel S said:

The fire destroyed the gaming hall at the start of the pier plus the structure below. The structure has been repaired and where the hall was is an open walking deck. The pier has history running through it and the blue and white colour scheme makes it stand out, particularly when the sun shines, which is quite often in Eastbourne. The pier makes for a good stroll and fresh sea air.

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In March 2016, Jean N said:

Chose a beautiful day to visit the pier, sunshine makes everything look great. Although very little open at this time of year still worth walking down to the end of the pier.

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In February 2016, Sandcking said:

Not much going on this time of year. Needs rebuilding to the old standard asap.
Would probably be more open during spring and summer.
No amusements but looked like a very nice tearoom but it wasn't open.

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In February 2016, ali1999london said:

Lovely walk on the pier- a few small businesses- a bit cold during the winter months (just wrap up warm) a must to do-

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In February 2016, Geoff M said:

Recently repaired after a fire it looks a little empty but I am sure new franchises will soon fill the space. There I a great cafe with a huge chandelier which offers excellent fare.

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In February 2016, Ben S said:

A stroll along the pier was very pleasant, whilst I'm sure it was quite the attraction in its day, it seems a little bare without the arcade and perhaps because it was out of season.

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In February 2016, Simon S said:

The iconic Eastbourne pier has been through a lot recently and is not the place it used to be. The fire destroyed a wonderful playground for all of us when we were growing up and is not going to be rebuilt it appears. Some of the businesses are being shut down especially sadly the fishing tackle shop which oversaw the fishing that generations have enjoyed. What will attract the holidaymaker and local alike in the future; not a lot! Very sad.

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In February 2016, Becka S said:

I was actually disappointed by the lack of traditional amusement arcades!

Great coffee shop on the left as you enter the pier though.

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In February 2016, Alison23lufbra said:

We had a lovely walk down the pier last week, even tho it was feb and most little shops not open, it was still lovely and beautifully well kept!

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In February 2016, darren said:

Now under new ownership lots of work being done to improve the experience for visitors.
Hopefully cafe at end of pier will be re opened as used to be a nice place to visit.
Hopefully the summer will bring lots of visitors.

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In February 2016, Spencerscott2014 said:

Nice pier with a few restaurants on and a nice walk way around it. Was closed but is now open to the public. Probably a lot better in the summer.

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In February 2016, terry_sherwood said:

After a big breakfast, had a stroll along the Pier, and a great structure, with souvenir shop’s and coffee bars. As you walk to the end this is a great place to take pictures of Eastbourne. There’s fishing available at the end, and you can hire fishing rods for the day, non-members £3.

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In February 2016, Gconway28 said:

Went to eastbourne for our anniversary and took many walks down the pier. Considering the recent fire it still looks amazing! We went to the chip shop and sweet shop. Still room for improvement but I guess the refurbishment is still undergo.

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In February 2016, church H said:

We had tea and scones on the peir it was very nicely done but the 45m wait for tea let it down. The peir was in good condition, lovely.

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In February 2016, G07 said:

The pier was badly damaged a couple of years ago. It has been very well restored with still some work to be done. There is a nice chippy at the entrance. Hopefully they will utilise the restored part of the pier again for something.

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In February 2016, 2_Romantics said:

Nothing much going on with the replacement of the main amusement hall, not so good for taking families with young children. What on earth have Lions got to do with the pier?

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In February 2016, katie e said:

So enjoyed my saunter down to the end of the pier even though it was closed off for safety reasons. It was so blowy, great for getting rid of the cobwebs. Fantastic renovation great addition to the promenade.

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In February 2016, PhilipC4444 said:

just a walk round on a blustery February day nice just to do something simple on a mid week day off.
watch were you park was my only observation as we did see parking people on the prowl checking tickets.
we used the Trinity multi storey carpark approx 10 minute walk away.

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In February 2016, Mike M said:

Mixed views thus far and I fear this is not going to be one for traditionalists. New owners whilst clearly investing in renovations and development are reportedly no loner going to allow fishing and not renewing a number of other licenses. I was unable to discover what the mid to long term plans are but they do not seem to include a traditional pier, for better or worse.

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In February 2016, tsbandt said:

Always a great pier, just a pity that the fire caused so much damage and the repair is taking so long.

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In February 2016, clivecSurrey said:

The land end of the pier has been reconstructed but it seems that they have not replaced many of the kiosks.
That said, it was great for a bracing January walk in the sleet along the pier.

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In February 2016, 9erica73 said:

I have known the pier since childhood and always loved visiting it. The fire was a real tragedy and I hope it will be restored to its former glory and that the end of the pier theatre will be regenerated. It is good to see fishermen and families using the pier.

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In February 2016, PARIS522 said:

Since the fire and coming into new ownership, the pier has started to regain its appearance. A great pier with exceptional views of the town and good places to eat and drink.

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In February 2016, Rick R said:

As someone who worked on the renovation of the pier after the fire, I'm amazed and stupified by the amount of congratulatory posts saying well done to the Council for renovating the pier! The pier is (and always will be) privately owned and all renovation and reconstruction was carried out by a specialist private company. Those guys in the orange boiler suits who put their lives on the line in adverse weather conditions are the ones who should be congratulated for their work - not the council!!!

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