Image shows colour plan created in 1869 depicting a proposed leading light for the Iron Pier in Douglas. The plan is signed by John Dixon, Engineer and Contractor, and dated 16th July 1869. The plan shows the intended position of the light at the end of the pier, close to an ornate refreshments/waiting room.

A new catalogue has landed! Created by our colleague Robyn, 'Records of the UK Board of Trade: Marine Maps and Plans of the Isle of Man 1858-1982' comprises 267 records relating to works around the Island's coastline. Explore the catalogue: tinyurl.com/nnx5m224 #ManxArchives #SeasideArchitecture

Black and white photograph showing the fountain in the 'sunken gardens' on Loch Promenade in Douglas, Isle of Man. There are people in summer clothes sitting on the wall around the fountain. In the background, lots of people can be seen walking along the promenade or leaning against the sea wall.

While the #IsleOfMan is experiencing a moderate version of the current heatwave, we're still looking longingly at this 1957 photograph of the fountain on Loch Promenade. Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend in the sun or shade! #ManxArchives #SummerVibes #SeasideArchitecture

Excited for tomorrow night's book launch! 📚🌊 Can't wait to join Kathryn Ferry at The Gallery, 70 Cowcross Street, London, as she launches "Twentieth Century Seaside Architecture.
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@seasideferry.bsky.social @c20society.bsky.social

Spent today lecturing about #seasidearchitecture in sunny #clevedon. Rounded off my trip with a walk along the prom past the #pier and this dinky shelter

Do you like the seaside? And are you in the #Clevedon / #northsomerset area?
If you do and you are, why not join me for a day school all about #seasidearchitecture?
It's on Sat 10 May - booking details here
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A lot of #seasidearchitecture during the 1920s was classical in style and simple Tuscan columns were a key feature, particularly of shelters like these at #Blackpool. With 3 levels, the North Shore Promenade dates from the beginning of the decade
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Our next seminar explores #seasidearchitecture from the 20th century. The post-war period is still under-appreciated so @seasideferry.bsky.social will share insights from her new book & we'll hear from @danthompson33.bsky.social on Margate's Arlington House plus @sealifeuk.bsky.social #Scarborough

Colour plan showing the waiting rooms proposed for the 'Iron Pier', Ramsey. The plan shows the north side elevation. It is a wooden structure with plain and stained glass windows, and iron railings on the perimeter of the roof denoting a promenading/outdoor seating area.

Colour plan showing ladies' and general waiting rooms, between which are toilets, a lamp room, a store/scullery, and a refreshment bar. The building is curved at each end.

Colour plan showing the rooftop space of the waiting rooms. Seating areas and a bandstand are shown.

Colour plan showing pier joists (cross section) and suggested stairway from the pier to the rooftop of the waiting rooms.

One of our wonderful volunteers is listing a large collection of Department of Transport plans (1841-1984), discovering many treasures in the process. Here are George Kay's 1886 designs for waiting rooms on Queen's Pier, Ramsey. #ManxArchives #SeasideArchitecture #IsleOfMan

Can't beat a lovely bit of #SeasideArchitecture on a Sunday morning...

This one in Essex is a particular favourite, which Geoff has captured for me a number of times in the past.

Fabulous, isn't she* ? 😍

*and Geoff's alright too, obvs ! 🙂

Multiview postcards are perfect for hotel history research- a glimpse of decor at a moment in time. Here we have #1980s browns & oranges at #Llandudno's Queensway Hotel
#HistoricHotel #SeasideHotel #SeasideHistory #SeasideArchitecture #seaside #coast #summerholidays #summer