When was Ryde Pier built?
1814
Ryde Pier is a fascinating historic structure, and the second-longest seaside pier in the country. The original structure opened in 1814 and was extended in 1824 and by 1842 it had reached its current length of half a mile.
When was Chennai railway station built?
1873
Chennai Central railway station
| Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station Chennai Central | |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1873 |
| Rebuilt | 1959 (first) 1998 (second) |
| Electrified | 1931 |
| Previous names | Madras Central (1873–1996) Chennai Central (1996–2019) |
What is the ending of Ryde Pier?
Ryde Pier is an early 19th century pier serving the town of Ryde, on the Isle of Wight, off the south coast of England. It is the world’s oldest seaside pleasure pier. Ryde Pier Head railway station is at the sea end of the pier, and Ryde Esplanade railway station at the land end, both served by Island Line trains.
What’s the longest pier in the world?
The world’s longest pier period is the disembarkation pier for cruise passengers at the Mexican city of Progreso – it stretches 6,500 metres (4 miles) into the Gulf of Mexico.
When is Ryde Pier Head train station open?
Ryde Pier Head ticket office opening hours Closed Monday – 05:15 to 22:45 Tuesday – 05:15 to 22:45 Wednesday – 05:15 to 22:45 Thursday – 05:15 to 22:45 Friday – 05:15 to 22:45 Saturday – 06:15 to 22:45 Sunday – 07:15 to 22:45
When did they start building the Southend Pier railway?
In 1851, a narrow gauge horse tramway was introduced to convey goods and visitors to the pier head. Construction of the current pier commenced in 1887, and the plans included provision for an electric railway. Construction of the line commenced in 1888, with electrification being carried out by Colonel R. E. B. Crompton.
Is there a train from Pier Head to shore?
At peak times a two train service is operated, providing a 15-minute interval service. Trains operate between stations known as Shore and Pier Head with no intermediate stops. Although once electrified, train service is currently provided by two diesel trains, running on 3 ft ( 914 mm) narrow gauge track.
Is there a minibus from Ryde Pier Head?
In the event that SWR services are replaced by road transport, a minibus service will operate between Ryde Esplanade and Ryde Pier Head . The transport will depart from the station front at Ryde Esplanade and the station car park at Ryde Pier Head. Is car hire available at or near Ryde Pier Head station?