The original 1905 pier extended over 2,600 feet into the sea, once allowing steamers to dock and transport passengers to London and Ipswich.
During the Second World War, the pier was purposefully sectioned and damaged to prevent its use by enemy forces during a potential invasion.
The current modern pavilion building was officially opened in 2017 following a major multi-million pound redevelopment project.
Felixstowe is home to the busiest container port in the United Kingdom, and the pier offers views of massive cargo ships entering the harbor.
The pier's structure incorporates a substantial indoor amusement facility that functions year-round regardless of coastal weather conditions.
Felixstowe Pier is a historic seaside attraction located on the Suffolk coast, serving as a hub for leisure and entertainment. The current structure is a modern replacement for the original 1905 pier, which was significantly shortened and altered over the decades. It features an indoor amusement arcade and a panoramic cafe overlooking the North Sea. The pier deck provides direct access to the pebble beach and the town’s expansive promenade. The site is a focal point for the resort town's coastal activities and is managed to maintain its functional role as a pier-based entertainment venue. It sits at the terminus of the Undercliff Road West, linking the town’s commercial area with the shoreline.
From the beach level looking up at the pier facade, or from the end of the walkway looking out toward the North Sea shipping lanes.
Visit during low tide to explore the expansive sand and pebble shoreline adjacent to the pier structures.
Walk the promenade northwards toward the Martello Tower for a longer coastal excursion.
Check the local port schedule online to time your visit with the arrival of large container vessels.
Do not expect a long, traditional Victorian-style wooden walking pier, as the modern structure focuses on the indoor pavilion and arcade.
