This story has been created for April Fool’s Day and is for entertainment purposes only. The Grand Pier has announced the launch of a brand-new Seagull Adoption Programme, giving visitors the opportunity to sponsor one of the town’s cheekiest snack-stealers. For a one-off fee of £25, participants will receive an official adoption certificate, a photograph […]
The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare is working with Brain Tumour Research during March, Brain Tumour Awareness Month, inspired by a boy lost to an aggressive brain tumour, aged just 17. Kari Hunter, food and beverage supervisor for the Grand Pier, lost her nephew Ethan Treharne in 2021, after he had been diagnosed with a glioblastoma two years earlier. His symptoms […]
Elevate Your Event 400 Metres Out to Sea: The Grand Pier Redefines “Anything But Ordinary” WESTON-SUPER-MARE, UK – Ditch the windowless boardroom and the predictable hotel ballroom. The Grand Pier, Somerset’s most iconic landmark, is officially opening its 2026 bookings, offering a dramatic event backdrop that sits a quarter of a mile out over the Bristol […]
For the third consecutive year, on 24 November 2025, The Grand Pier’s resident Christmas menace, the Grinch, swapped his holiday-hating ways to become a certified spreader of seasonal joy! The Grand Pier team packed up their sleigh, or perhaps just a very big van, and headed straight for the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The mischievous […]
Weston-super-Mare has officially reclaimed its position as a must-visit British seaside spot, being named a Trending Destination for 2026 by coach operator FlixBus. Once known for its Victorian holiday heritage, the Somerset town is enjoying a new wave of popularity as travellers rediscover the charm of traditional British beach breaks. At the centre of Weston-super-Mare’s […]
Following an overwhelmingly pawsitive response to its one-month trial, The Grand Pier is thrilled to announce that dogs are now officially and permanently welcome on site. Since opening its doors to our four-legged friends in early June, The Grand Pier has seen an impressive 25,000 paws grace its boardwalk, showing an incredible turnout of happy […]
Dani the Donkey, the much-loved mascot of The Grand Pier, has paid a special visit to young patients at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, bringing big smiles and most importantly, plenty of cuddles to brighten their day. Joined by members of The Grand Pier team, Dani the Donkey visited several wards, spending time with children […]
The Grand Pier has just announced a major expansion of its hugely popular My Grand Pier Card starting from today. Now available to an additional 72,800 households, the card scheme is growing to cover 178,900 homes in total, offering more locals free access to The Grand Pier, as well as many exclusive offers and discounts […]
This story was created for humour purposes only. We can confirm we will not be running donkey surfing classes at The Grand Pier any time soon. The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare has just announced the launch of a brand-new, unique attraction this spring – Donkey Surfing! This daring new activity is the perfect blend of nostalgia and […]
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day as The Grand Pier proudly introduces the Heart of Weston, a stunning new permanent sculpture that encourages couples and families to spread the love. Located on the iconic Grand Pier in Weston super Mare, this magnificent heart-shaped structure invites visitors of all ages to share a special, […]
On the 26th of November, The Grand Pier team once again brought the magic of Christmas to young patients at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children for a second consecutive year. The mischievous Mr. Grinch stepped away from the Pier’s Grotto to make a special visit to multiple wards, spreading lots of cheer to children spending […]
Art students from Worle Community School Academy (WCSA) in Weston-super-Mare have showcased their exceptional talent in an inspiring exhibition hosted at The Grand Pier. The WCSA 2024 Alumni Exhibition features a stunning collection of prints created by the students and is on display in Tiffany’s Restaurant on the pier from 4th December until Boxing Day. […]