Birnbeck Pier17 hrs agoWhat to expect from a restored Birnbeck PierThe restoration of the historic pier in Weston-super-Mare is due to finish in the summer of 2027.17 hrs ago30 Sept 2026Milestone reached in Birnbeck Pier restorationCouncil leaders say the famous pier in Weston-super-Mare will reopen next summer.30 Sept 202630 Sept 2026Restoration work on historic pier 'astonishing'The remaining deck spans are being installed over the coming months.30 Sept 202627 Sept 2026Cardboard tower sculpture toppled after wind hitsThe six-storey-high art installation was subject to "monumental jumping and squashing" after it fell.27 Sept 202622 Jun 2026Birnbeck Pier connected to mainland for the first timeThe historic pier is undergoing a major £20m restoration, and is set to reopen next summer.22 Jun 202613 Jun 2026'World Cup flag warning' and 'Police called to Hinkley dispute'A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.13 Jun 20269 Jun 2026New section of historic pier lifted into placeWork to restore the Grade-II* listed Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare is under way.9 Jun 20261 Jun 2026Local students work on historic pier restorationYoung people from Weston-super-Mare play their part in the project to restore the historic pier.1 Jun 202619 Mar 2026Historic pier gets £19m to complete restorationThe Grade II-listed pier has been closed for more than 30 years due to safety concerns.19 Mar 2026...
