Pierhead Collection

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 1
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

Pier Head, Liverpool Date: 1903

Tiburon, Marin County, California, USA, showing the docks, the railway pierhead and a hilltop fire. Date: circa 1910

Pierhead and river, Liverpool (colour photo)
3094937 Pierhead and river, Liverpool (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierhead and river, Liverpool)

R Waygood And Company (colour litho)
3650508 R Waygood And Company (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: R Waygood And Company)

Christmas Street Lights on Church Street, Liverpool, England. December 1969 Picture taken 19th December 1969. ****IMPORTANT

Angus DD8 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Angus DD8 4

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 3
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

Trawler, Bridlington harbour entrance - 2
Trawler Ocean Reward returns to Bridlington harbour after a fishing trip in the North Sea Date: circa 1987

One of Britains Sea Gateways, c1948. Creator: Unknown
One of Britains Sea Gateways, c1948. From " Newnes Pictorial Knowledge Volume 3". [George Newnes Limited, London]

Leaving the Landing Stage at Liverpool, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Landing Stage at Liverpool, 1936
The Landing Stage at Liverpool, at which the largest vessels can berth at all states of the tide, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

Liverpool Landing Stage is one of the most interesting river fronts in Great Britain, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Fleetway House, London]

A Study from Life on Princes Landing Stage, Liverpool - Destroyed by Fire July 28, 1874. Passengers waiting on the quay which was later burnt down

Glass negative War ships just off pier head and lighthouse

Bournemouth
7th February 1928: The pierhead at Bournemouth from the beach. (Photo by Console/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"Pierhead: A Gateway to the Sea" From the bustling Bridlington harbour entrance, where trawlers set sail in search of their daily catch, to the iconic Pier Head in Liverpool, where history and culture converge on the banks of River Mersey. From St Mawes in Cornwall, a picturesque coastal village with its charming pierhead offering stunning views of the sea, to Tiburon in Marin County, California - a slice of paradise nestled along the shores of San Francisco Bay. The vibrant colors captured in a photograph showcasing Liverpool's Pierhead and river reflect the lively spirit that flows through this historic city. R Waygood And Company's color litho adds an artistic touch to this maritime scene. The Angus DD8 4 Map highlights another hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Trawlers at Bridlington harbor entrance paint a vivid picture of hardworking fishermen braving rough seas for their livelihoods. One can almost feel the salty breeze as these vessels navigate through treacherous waters. A snapshot from 1948 showcases one of Britain's sea gateways shrouded in mystery by an unknown creator. In contrast, images from 1936 depict both leaving and arriving at Liverpool's Landing Stage - a hub for travelers embarking on new adventures or returning home after long journeys. Pierheads hold stories untold; they are symbols of connection between land and water, past and present. They invite us to explore beyond our comfort zones and embrace new horizons. Whether it is witnessing trawlers embark on daring voyages or simply gazing out into endless blue waters – pierheads remind us that there is always more waiting just beyond our reach.