Coming Events
Initial survey of the pier
An inspection of the pier to determine its structural arrangement and general condition. This was a high-level inspection, providing general observations and preliminary recommendations. This assessment was performed to help HPHA plan the next steps in the preservation of the pier.
Pier entrance facelift
Enhance the entrance to the pier and to make it more welcoming by painting, repairing, installing new roof edging and planting lots of flowers.
Services survey of the pier
A survey to examine the existing services to the Hythe Pier and to conduct a feasibility study into the renovation of the pier buildings, land and shore side.
Buildings survey
Inspection of the condition of the buildings at the pier head (seaward side), the ticket office, and workshop buildings (landward side), as part of a Feasibility Assessment.
Carriage 4 Restoration
The first of the 4 carriages to be restored
Tractor 1 restoration
The first train tractor unit restoration project.
Asbestos survey
Inspection of the pier, pier buildings and workshop to report on the presence of asbestos, so that it can be removed by later projects. No asbestos was found in publically accessible areas.
Structural survey of the pier
A structural survey and follow up report was commissioned. The purpose of the survey was to determine the Pier’s general condition and to make recommendations for the remediation of, and designate repair timeframes for, various structural defects.
Temporary protection of the "ballroom"
Protection of the pier-head south side building installing a new roof and repairing the walls and floor.
Pier structure - temporary support
Scaffolding ladders have been installed to support a small section of the pier head structure that is badly affected by corrosion