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England's Last Pleasure Pier Stands Proud
13 Jun
Summary
- Saltburn boasts England's last remaining pleasure pier in Yorkshire.
- The town features the UK's oldest operating water-balanced funicular railway.
- Founded by Quakers, Saltburn banned pubs for over a century.
Saltburn-by-the-Sea, located in North Yorkshire, offers a quintessential Victorian seaside experience. Founded in the 1860s by Quaker Henry Pease, the town was designed to provide city dwellers with a retreat to enjoy the benefits of sea air.
This charming resort distinguishes itself by preserving its historical character. Saltburn is home to the UK's oldest operating water-balanced funicular railway, the Saltburn Cliff Tramway, which opened in 1884. It also boasts the last remaining pleasure pier in Yorkshire and England, extending 681 feet into the North Sea.
Historically, Saltburn's Quaker founders led to a ban on commercial pubs for over a century, with the first standalone pub only opening in 1982. The town's grid layout, featuring 'Jewel Streets' named after gemstones, ensures unobstructed sea views for many residents.
The expansive sand-and-shingle beach, framed by rugged cliffs, is a popular surfing spot. The nearby Hunt Cliff, rising 365 feet, is a significant seabird nesting site and part of the Cleveland Way National Trail. Despite its name, the 2023 film 'Saltburn' was not filmed in the town.
