Hastings in East Sussex, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Speedboats and Steamers
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, March 31, 2026
1. Speedboats and Steamers Marker
More sedate, but safer, were paddle steamer trips. They proved so popular that the Pier landing stages were expanded twice to allow four steamers to dock at once.
(Marker Number 7.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1947.
Location. 50° 51.067′ N, 0° 34.396′ E. Marker is in Hastings, England, in East Sussex. It can be reached from White Rock. On the Hastings Pier. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1-10 White Rock, Hastings, England TN34 1JU, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Bands in the Ballroom (a few steps from this marker); Oriental Pavilion - Opening Day (within shouting distance of this marker); Pier Performers (within shouting distance of this marker); Fire! (within shouting distance of this marker); The Pier at War (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Toll Booths (approx. 0.2 kilometers
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 3, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photo 1. submitted on May 31, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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