HASTINGS · EAST SUSSEX · EST. 1872
Sea air.
Big skies.
Hastings Pier.
An extraordinary landmark. A proper seaside town.
Your independent guide to the pier and the coast around it.
A LANDMARK WITH A STORY
There’s nowhere
quite like it.
A sweep of timber above the English Channel. A skyline that belongs to Hastings. Since 1872, this pier has been part of the town’s story — a place of music, reinvention and remarkable coastal views.
Get to know the award-winning architecture, find the best viewpoints from the promenade, and make a day of Hastings and St Leonards. Start with the latest access information before heading for the deck.
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MAKE IT YOUR KIND OF DAY
A little sea. A lot to discover.
Plan your visit
Postcode, travel, parking and the latest information on access to the pier.
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What’s on around the pier
Pier event updates and trusted listings for live music, theatre and days out nearby.
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Eat, drink, watch the sea
A practical guide to food near the pier, from White Rock to St Leonards.
Explore →1872
The pier first opens
2016
Reopens after reconstruction
2017
RIBA Stirling Prize winner
THROUGH THE LENS
The coast, in full colour.
A photographic collection of the pier and its setting. These archive images celebrate the landmark; they do not show today’s opening status.
Is Hastings Pier open? +
Visit 1066 Country currently lists the pier as closed, with the opening date to be confirmed. Check the tourism board’s listing before travelling. Information checked 7 November 2026.
What is Hastings Pier’s postcode? +
Use TN34 1JY for Hastings Pier on White Rock. Some nearby visitor listings use TN34 1JU for the surrounding White Rock frontage. Use the pier’s map pin to find the entrance.
Are there restaurants on Hastings Pier? +
We have not verified a currently operating restaurant on the pier. See our food and drink guide for independently operated places nearby.
Where can I take photos of Hastings Pier? +
The promenade gives you views towards the pier from both sides. Our photo guide suggests viewpoints and explains which images are historical. Follow local access signs and keep to safe, accessible public areas.