Hastings Pier and White Rock Trust

"A sublime quality is induced by the crashing waves in the semi dark spaces under the Pier created by the large number of columns and trusses".

 "The Pier is the most dramatic part of the coastline of the town and its form can be seen from almost everywhere along the shore & higher grounds. It was also the social and cultural centre to many people. The Pier represents a host of memories and personal histories. Consequently the Pier is a symbol:an icon for the town. The key to conserving the Pier lies in retaining its significance. Its place as a major social space for the town needs to be restored. A sense of place and identity can be sustained by people's participation, where old memories are revived and new ones created every day.

The ideal is to ensure that the Pier forms a part of every visitor's and resident's 'leisure' route. Activities that will draw visitors need to be introduced, but not compete against similar entertainments already available at the Old Town, or even White Rock Gardens".

Hastings Pier Structural & Heritage Value Appraisal, 2007