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Birnbeck Pier DP218547
Filename: DP218547.jpg
Size: 8192 x 5461 (5.4MB)
Date: 9th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Ste
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Staff Photographer
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Birnbeck Pier DP218547
Birnbeck Pier, Birnbeck Island, Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. General view of the derelict pier shrouded in mist at low tide, from the east, 2018
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Media ID 23749316
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Coast Coastal Derelict Pier Seaside
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Steven Baker captures the haunting beauty of Birnbeck Pier, located on Birnbeck Island in Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. The image showcases a general view of this once majestic pier, now left to decay and shrouded in mist at low tide. As the fog rolls in from the east, it adds an ethereal quality to the scene, enhancing its mysterious allure. The derelict state of Birnbeck Pier is evident through every detail captured by Baker's lens. Its weathered structure stands as a testament to time and neglect, yet still retains hints of its former grandeur. This photograph transports viewers to a forgotten era when bustling crowds would have strolled along its wooden planks, enjoying panoramic views of the coast. The coastal setting further enhances the melancholic atmosphere portrayed in this image. The crashing waves against jagged rocks serve as a stark contrast to the deteriorating pier standing silently amidst nature's elements. It is a poignant reminder that even man-made structures are subject to nature's relentless power. Baker's masterful composition skillfully highlights both the desolation and enduring charm found within this decaying seaside relic. Through his lens, we can almost hear echoes from days gone by and imagine what stories this pier could tell if only it could speak. In preserving moments like these through photography, Historic England allows us glimpses into our past while also prompting reflection on our responsibility towards architectural heritage preservation for future generations to cherish and learn from.
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