Gravesend town pier
Gravesend town pier, Cast iron passenger pier in Gravesham, England
The Gravesend Town Pier extends 39 meters into the River Thames, featuring a passenger terminal and architectural elements from the 19th century.
William Tierney Clark designed this pier in 1834, establishing it as the first cast iron pier structure constructed in the world.
The pier served over three million passengers between 1835 and 1842, representing a major transportation hub for Thames River travel.
Thames Clippers operates scheduled river bus services from the pier to central London during summer months, from July through September.
The Grade II listed building maintains its original cast iron structure while incorporating modern amenities including a restaurant and ferry terminal.
Location: Gravesham
Inception: July 29, 1834
Length: 39 m
Website: https://gravesham.gov.uk/news/article/68/thames-clippers-confirmed-the-new-owners-of-the-town-pier
GPS coordinates: 51.44540,0.36970
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:48
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