We visited during February half term, nothing was open apart from the small cafe and shop as it wasn't the right time of the year. I guess there would be far more activity during the warmer months. It was nice to stroll down and see the plaques etc however that's all there was. A bit steep at £1.80 each although it is going towards the restoration which it is in need of.

Beautiful views from all sides of the pier, nice to see the memory plagues. Can see Old Harry, the Balard Down, Isle of White, Pervil Point . The pier is clean and tidy and well kept - only £2/ person to keep it in good order. Nice cafe and a modest museum and shop. Has toilets and these are free, something not easy to find in Swanage. Well worth the visit!

On a very windy morning, we struggled up to the far end of the pier. I very much enjoyed reading the many memorial plaques let into the wooden floor of the pier, and on the benches. The views back to the town are wonderful. There are some interesting information boards, including one about wrecks to which divers can descend. I shall imagine myself walking up the pier often.

Best £2.00 I have spent for ages. Spent the afternoon on the pier sketching and watching the world go by. Boats coming and going with divers and the beautiful tall ship which I believe was SV Tenacious. Ended up in the cafe with coffee and cake.