Penarth, The Pier c.1955
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P24157
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Penarth's post-war attempts to re-establish itself as a first-class resort were to be dealt a serious blow in May 1947. The huge Canadian vessel 'Port Royal Park', driven broadside into the pier during a gale, inflicted structural damage so severe that demolition was considered. That scenario was dismissed, but costs to underpin the pier were to total £28,000, and further revenue was lost by the absence of steamer custom during the period of repair.
An extract from Around Penarth Photographic Memories.
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