Brighton Bathing Boxes, Historic beach huts in Brighton, Victoria
Brighton Bathing Boxes are approximately 82 wooden huts lined up at Dendy Street Beach, painted in bright colors and various patterns. They sit side by side along the Port Phillip Bay coastline, creating a distinctive row of seaside structures.
These huts were built in the 1860s to serve as changing rooms for beachgoers during a time when modesty rules were very strict. Many of the original structures still stand in the same location today, having survived well over a century.
Each box reflects its owner's taste through colors and decorations while keeping the traditional weatherboard and iron roof style. Visitors walking past see how locals have added personal touches that turn each structure into a small expression of creativity.
These are private structures with no electricity or running water, so they need regular maintenance to stay in good condition. The best time to visit is during good weather when the colors are bright and the beach is busy with activity.
Today these huts are highly sought after and change hands for substantial sums, despite being small and simple structures. This dramatic rise in value shows how much these old beach cabins have become symbols of local history and identity.
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