Both piers have been transformed and rebuilt over the years. This photo gallery includes the fires, bandstands being re-positioned, steamboats at the end of the piers and the beauty contests held there.
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17. Southsea piers
A rare view of the stage of the Concert Pavilion from the balcony. Picture: Robert James postcard collection. Photo: The News archive
18. Southsea piers
South Parade Pier in 1929. When Southsea was a top holiday location. Photo: The News archive
19. Southsea piers
Men all over South Parade Pier 1908. Not much health and safety going on! Photo: The News archive
20. Southsea piers
South Parade Pier, Southsea, with packed beaches in the background in the 1930's Photo: The News archive